ICT Infrastructure and Systems Manager

Adria Solutions Ltd; East Midlands; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading IT services company in the East Midlands is seeking an experienced ICT Infrastructure and Systems Manager to oversee core IT infrastructure and business systems. The role involves leading a skilled team to ensure the security and performance of a complex ICT environment supporting over 1,500 users. Ideal candidates should have proven infrastructure management experience and strong knowledge of Microsoft services. This position offers a chance to make a meaningful impact across various sites and platforms.

Benefits

Work across multiple sites

Collaborative ICT leadership team

Qualifications

• Proven experience in an infrastructure or systems management role.
• Strong knowledge of Microsoft 365 and Azure.
• Experience implementing and supporting wide area networks.

Responsibilities

• Managing IT infrastructure and cloud services.
• Ensuring system availability, performance, and security.
• Overseeing IT security, incident response, and compliance.

Skills

Infrastructure management

Microsoft 365

Azure

Active Directory

Networking

Incident response

Leadership skills

Education

Industry certifications or working toward one

Tools

Microsoft Defender

Job description

Overview

My client is looking for an experienced and technically skilled ICT Infrastructure and Systems Manager to take ownership of their core IT infrastructure and business systems. This is a fantastic opportunity to lead the strategic development, maintenance, and security of a wide-ranging and complex ICT environment across over 60 sites and supporting more than 1,500 users.

This role suits a confident IT infrastructure leader who thrives in a dynamic, multi-site setting and enjoys managing both people and technology to deliver robust, secure and high-performing IT systems.

Key responsibilities

• Leading the management and development of IT infrastructure, cloud services, and business-critical systems
• Ensuring system availability, performance, and security across all platforms and networks
• Administering Microsoft 365 tenants, Entra ID, Azure, and Defender XDR
• Managing vendor and third-party relationships for IT and SaaS solutions
• Overseeing IT security, incident response, and compliance with GDPR, ISO27001, and other standards
• Providing 3rd line support for infrastructure and systems-related issues
• Leading and developing a skilled team of systems and infrastructure professionals

What we re looking for

• Proven experience in an infrastructure or systems management role
• Strong knowledge of Microsoft 365, Azure, Active Directory, DNS, and networking
• Experience implementing and supporting wide area networks and cloud infrastructure
• Familiarity with industry security standards and compliance frameworks
• Strong documentation, communication, and leadership skills

Desirable qualifications and experience

• Industry certifications or working toward one
• Experience with Microsoft Defender, vulnerability scanning, and disaster recovery planning
• Understanding of ITIL and service management methodologies

Why consider this role

• Join a forward-thinking, values-led organisation with a strong public service mission
• Lead meaningful technology initiatives that support learning, culture and community services
• Work across a broad range of sites and platforms, offering variety and challenge
• Be part of a collaborative and supportive ICT leadership team

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