Infrastructure Engineer

Berkeley Square IT; Cheltenham; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

An innovative firm is on the lookout for a dynamic leader to drive their IT and infrastructure evolution. This role involves designing and maintaining secure networks, managing IT security risks, and collaborating with teams to ensure robust IT infrastructure. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in both Windows and Linux environments, experience with virtualization and cloud technologies, and a proactive approach to IT management. Join this exciting journey to elevate cybersecurity innovation and make a significant impact in a rapidly expanding company.

Qualifications

• Experience in a similar infrastructure role with knowledge of Windows and Linux.
• Prior use of Virtualisation software on servers and networks.

Responsibilities

• Designing and maintaining on-premises networks for technical research.
• Overseeing IT security risks and proposing solutions.
• Managing the IT department's daily tasks and priorities.

Skills

IT Security Management

Windows Administration

Linux Administration

Infrastructure-as-Code

Automation/Orchestration

Technical Research

Tools

Docker

Python

O365

AWS

Intune

Job description

This is a fantastic opportunity to join my client's journey to elevate cybersecurity innovation in the UK. As they expand rapidly, they are seeking a dynamic leader to spearhead their IT and infrastructure evolution from startup to medium-sized excellence.

Roles and responsibilities:

1. Directly engaged in designing, establishing, and upkeeping multiple on-premises networks air-gapped and Internet-connected to facilitate technical research endeavors.
2. Taking a proactive stance by recognizing and overseeing IT security risks. Communicating potential areas of apprehension to the Operations Director and proposing actionable solutions.
3. Collaborating with the other teams in the business to ensure our IT infrastructure remains fit for purpose.
4. Overseeing the day-to-day tasking of the IT department to identify and remove any technical blockers, and adjust priorities according to business needs.

Requirements:

1. Experience in a similar infrastructure role with a good knowledge of Windows and Linux.
2. Prior use of Virtualisation software, including use on servers and on-premises networks.
3. Experience with Infrastructure-as-Code, and automation/orchestration, such as provisioning and configuring VMs and managing drift. Common infrastructure tools and languages e.g. Docker, Python.
4. Experience configuring cloud-based technologies e.g. O365 and AWS.
5. Experience implementing and configuring MDM, such as Intune.

My client is able to move quickly for the right candidate. Please apply now for instant consideration. Please direct any questions to George Horton at Berkeley Square Talent: [e-mail]