ICT Infrastructure Engineer

ZipRecruiter; Leeds; Hybrid; GBP 32,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking an ICT Infrastructure Engineer to join their dynamic team in Leeds. This role is pivotal in supporting the organization's digital transformation and ensuring robust ICT services. As part of a forward-thinking authority, you will design and manage Office 365 and Azure platforms while enhancing network security and connectivity. With a commitment to inclusivity and flexible working practices, this position offers a competitive salary and a comprehensive benefits package. If you're passionate about technology and eager to make a difference, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Benefits

28 days annual leave plus bank holidays

Generous employer contribution pension scheme

Fully funded travel in West Yorkshire

Flexible working practices

Health and Wellbeing initiatives

Qualifications

• Experience with Office 365, Azure, and network technologies is essential.
• Proven track record in a senior engineering role is required.

Responsibilities

• Design and support Office 365 and Azure platforms.
• Implement security measures and support network connectivity.
• Act as a senior escalation point for incidents.

Skills

Office 365

Azure

SharePoint

InTune

LAN technologies

WAN technologies

WLAN technologies

Cisco

Meraki

Incident management

Education

Degree in IT or related field

Professional certifications (e.g., Microsoft Certified)

Tools

Microsoft Azure

Office 365

Cisco equipment

Meraki equipment

Job description

Job Description

ICT Infrastructure Engineer
Grade J – Salary £31,799
Leeds City Centre (currently working remotely)
Fixed Term Contract (12 months)
Full Time – 37 hours per week (part time / job share considered)

Closing date – 13th March 2022

We are looking to appoint an ICT Infrastructure Engineer to join our ICT Services section.

At the West Yorkshire Combined Authority, we bring together local councils and businesses through the Leeds City Region Enterprise Partnership (LEP), that ensures that our work meets the needs of employers and so that everyone in our region can benefit from economic prosperity supported by a modern, accessible transport network, housing and digital connections.

It is an exciting time to be joining the Combined Authority, following the announcement of a £1.8bn devolution deal that has been secured for West Yorkshire. Devolution will enable us to drive up living standards for local communities while tackling the climate emergency and help deliver our commitment to become a net zero carbon city region by 2038.

The role

Technology within the Combined Authority has never been more business critical and following a successful digital transformation programme, the organisation’s approach to ICT is now more modern, dynamic and forward thinking. We have plans to continue this exciting change so that we become a truly Digital First organisation by the use of flexible, innovative solutions which will benefit our partners and staff. This role will help bring about that change.

Reporting into the ICT Technical Services Manager, your key responsibilities will include:

• Design, build and support the Office 365 and Microsoft Azure platforms.
• Support internal networks, firewalls, and connectivity.
• Implement security and end point protection in line with NCSC guidelines.
• Be a senior escalation point for all Incidents and Problems via a structured ICT Service Desk function.

For further information about the role, please contact our Technical Services Manager at [e-mail]

About you

We are really interested in speaking to applicants who have experience in the following areas:

• Office 365, SharePoint, InTune and Azure platform management.
• LAN, WAN, WLAN and connectivity technologies preferably using Cisco and Meraki.
• Working as a senior engineer in a similar sized organisation with a proven track record of technical abilities.

Our offer

Alongside a competitive salary, we offer an excellent benefits package including:

• 28 days annual leave plus bank holidays
• Generous employer contribution pension scheme
• Fully funded travel in West Yorkshire on bus and rail with the Mcard
• Flexible working practices with Health and Wellbeing initiatives to ensure you achieve the best work/life balance and career goals.

The Combined Authority is currently in consultation with employees and Trade Unions to review the Terms and Conditions of Employment and Staff Benefits.

The detail of the proposals for change will be discussed with the successful candidate at the point of offer.

To apply

To apply for this role, upload your CV and covering letter on our website, by 11:55pm on Sunday 13th March 2022

Further Information

The Combined Authority’s aim is to attract people from diverse backgrounds to build on our inclusive culture and represent the communities we serve. We welcome applications from everyone regardless of sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, or belief.

Applicants with a disability are guaranteed an interview, subject to the minimum criteria being met.

We are committed to inclusivity and will consider requests for flexible working including part time and job share arrangements.

Candidates will be notified of invitation to interview by e-mail and interviews will be carried out either by phone or video interview.

Please note that whilst it is our policy to recruit at SP1 for all appointments, which is the salary stated above, each role includes career salary progression, with incremental increases applicable in most cases, on an annual basis. The annual pay award for the financial year 2021/22 is still pending and will be applied to the salary structure as appropriate once confirmed.

Due to the high volumes of applications, we are unable to respond to every applicant. If you have not heard from us within four weeks of the closing date, please assume that your application has been unsuccessful on this occasion.

Candidate information will be retained by the Combined Authority for six months unless you make a request for this to be deleted.