Infrastructure Engineer

Reed Technology; Bridgwater; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 56,000; Full time

Job summary

A technology solutions provider is seeking an experienced IT Infrastructure Engineer. This role requires a strong background in Microsoft environments and the ability to manage IT projects effectively. Responsibilities include implementing secure infrastructure, collaborating with stakeholders, and supporting compliance with security standards. The position offers a salary between £45,000 - £55,400.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 5 years relevant infrastructure experience in an IT Engineer role.
• Strong experience with Microsoft environments and implementing security best practices.
• Knowledge of network security principles, IAM, and compliance frameworks like ISO 27001.

Responsibilities

• Implement secure, resilient infrastructure components from low-level designs.
• Collaborate with architects and project managers for platform readiness.
• Manage installation and decommissioning risks effectively.

Skills

Microsoft technologies

IT security best practices

Virtualisation technologies

Public cloud platforms

Excellent communication

Job description

Overview

Infrastructure Engineer

• Annual Salary: £45,000 - £55,400
• Location: Bristol - parking available
• Job Type: Full-time

We are seeking an IT Infrastructure Engineer to join our IT Defence Portfolio team. This role involves leading the technical deployment of IT projects and programmes, focusing on the installation and decommissioning of products and services across hybrid and on-premises environments. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in Microsoft technologies, including Windows Server and Microsoft Azure, and will be responsible for delivering multiple IT platforms. This is a hands-on, delivery-oriented role that requires excellent technical skills, attention to detail, and the ability to work effectively in complex, multi-platform environments.

Day-to-day of the role

• Implement secure, resilient, and supportable infrastructure components from established low-level designs, aligning with architectural standards and project timelines.
• Collaborate with solution architects, programme and project managers, and cyber security engineers to ensure platforms are built to specification and ready for operational handover.
• Manage risks associated with installation or decommissioning, communicating with project managers and other stakeholders, and adopting measures to reduce risks.
• Plan, estimate, and schedule installation/decommissioning work, minimizing disruption and seeking necessary approvals for changes.
• Maintain high levels of IT security by implementing security baselines and configuration hardening in collaboration with cyber security engineers.
• Support test planning, design test scripts & cases, and monitor test progress, documenting outcomes in accordance with agreed standards.
• Provide specialist advice, guidance, and assistance on installation planning and execution.
• Ensure all installation work is documented and configuration management records are updated.

Required Skills & Qualifications

• Minimum of 5 years relevant infrastructure experience in an IT Engineer role.
• Strong experience with Microsoft environments and implementing security best practices.
• Knowledge of network security principles, IAM, and compliance frameworks like ISO 27001.
• Proficiency in virtualisation technologies, public cloud platforms, and hybrid environments.
• Excellent communication skills, able to act as a bridge between technical and non-technical stakeholders.

If you are interested in this position please apply online or for more information please contact me