Infrastructure and Security Engineer

Fortnum & Mason; London; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

A prestigious retailer in London seeks an Infrastructure and Security Engineer to enhance their security measures and infrastructure performance. The ideal candidate will manage technical solutions across cloud and on-premises systems, ensuring robust security and compliance while leading innovative projects. This role offers the chance to influence security architecture and collaborate with diverse teams, contributing to the organization's digital transformation efforts.

Benefits

Up to 40% store and restaurant discounts

25 days holiday plus your birthday off

Subsidized staff restaurant with quality ingredients

Opportunities for personal and professional growth

Qualifications

• Experience with Microsoft Windows Server, Active Directory, Microsoft 365, and Azure.
• Familiarity with Cisco firewalls, switches, and routing protocols.
• Understanding of vulnerability assessments and compliance frameworks.

Responsibilities

• Lead technical initiatives to improve infrastructure and security.
• Conduct vulnerability assessments and ensure PCI DSS compliance.
• Manage security tools like SIEM and endpoint protection.

Skills

Microsoft infrastructure expertise

Networking

Database management

Scripting

Cloud Security

Security operations and compliance

Vendor management

Education

Microsoft certifications (e.g., MCSA, AZ-104)

Cisco certifications (CCNA/CCNP/CCIE)

Azure Security certifications (e.g., AZ-500)

Job description

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London, United Kingdom

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Other

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Yes

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Posted:

22.06.2025

Expiry Date:

06.08.2025

Job Description:

Role Profile

Reports to: Head of Infrastructure, Network and Cyber Security

Key Relationships: Digital Transformation and Tech, Retail, Facilities, 3rd Party Partners

Location: Piccadilly, with occasional travel to all sites

Role Purpose

This role offers a strategic opportunity within the infrastructure and security domain, focusing on advanced technical solutions and long-term security strategies across cloud, on-premises servers, networking, storage, security, and backup systems.

You will provide 2nd and 3rd line support, ensuring a secure, scalable, resilient, and high-performance infrastructure supporting critical business operations. The role involves shaping security architecture, implementing cyber resilience frameworks, and enhancing cloud security, identity management, and compliance.

You will collaborate with internal teams and external partners to innovate, optimize security operations, and align infrastructure growth with business needs. The role includes mentoring, influencing architectural decisions, and working on projects that improve business continuity and risk mitigation.

Responsibilities

Operational Responsibilities:

• Lead technical initiatives to improve infrastructure and security.
• Maintain and optimize servers, hypervisors, virtual machines, Microsoft services (Intune, Entra, Office365, Azure, SQL Server, SCCM, File & Directory services).
• Ensure the health and security of Cisco Meraki networks.
• Conduct vulnerability assessments, maintain PCI DSS compliance, and improve security following NIST and ISO standards.
• Implement secure device imaging with Microsoft Intune & Autopilot for retail and corporate devices.
• Manage security tools such as SIEM, endpoint protection, and access controls, including automated threat detection and incident response.
• Create documentation, procedures, and diagrams for infrastructure management.
• Plan and test disaster recovery procedures.
• Collaborate with support and transformation teams to ensure security and performance.
• Produce clear documentation for teams and stakeholders.
• Embed infrastructure strategies into operational workflows.
• Act as a subject matter expert and lead cross-functional security initiatives.
• Manage third-party vendors to ensure compliance and security standards.
• Educate teams and promote a security-first culture.

Experience and Qualifications

• Microsoft infrastructure expertise: Windows Server, Active Directory, Microsoft 365, Azure.
• Networking: LAN/WAN/WIFI, TCP/IP, Cisco firewalls, switches, routing.
• Database management: SQL Server basics.
• Virtualization: VMware vSphere, ESXi, vCenter.
• Scripting: PowerShell.
• Hardware: Dell servers and storage.
• IAM: Microsoft Entra ID, RBAC, MFA.
• Cloud Security: Azure security tools, compliance frameworks.
• Threat and incident management: vulnerability assessment, threat protection.
• Patch and endpoint management.
• Backup and disaster recovery tools.
• Monitoring tools experience.
• Cisco certifications (CCNA/CCNP/CCIE).
• Microsoft certifications (e.g., MCSA, AZ-104).
• Azure Security certifications (e.g., AZ-500) a plus.
• Security standards knowledge (ISO 27001, NIST, GDPR).
• ITIL and ticketing systems familiarity.
• Hybrid Cloud & Zero Trust architecture experience.
• Automation tools: Terraform, Azure CLI.
• Security operations and compliance experience.
• Vendor management skills.

Competencies, Behaviours and Skills

• Self-motivated with good priority management.
• Customer-focused, aligning solutions with business needs.
• Clear communication and teamwork skills.
• Adaptable to new technologies and environments.
• Proactive problem solver.
• Detail-oriented and responsible.
• Resilient under pressure.
• Growth mindset and continuous learning.
• Leadership qualities and influence.
• Critical thinking and problem-solving.
• Effective communication tailored to audiences.
• Financial acumen and budget management.

We are committed to diversity and inclusion, fostering an environment of respect and opportunity for all employees.

Our team has received numerous awards for excellence in retail, technology, hospitality, and community engagement.

In return, we offer:

• Up to 40% store and restaurant discounts.
• 25 days holiday plus your birthday off.
• Subsidized staff restaurant with quality ingredients.
• Opportunities for personal and professional growth.