Infrastructure Manager

Nigel Frank International; Tamworth; On-site; GBP 49,500 - 60,500; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is on the lookout for an Infrastructure Manager to lead their IT team and oversee critical infrastructure projects. This exciting role involves managing daily IT operations, ensuring system performance, and developing disaster recovery plans. You'll engage with various departments to deliver innovative IT solutions and mentor your team for professional growth. If you're passionate about technology and ready to make a significant impact in a dynamic environment, this is the perfect opportunity for you!

Qualifications

• Experience in managing IT operations and infrastructure projects.
• Strong knowledge of network administration and security best practices.

Responsibilities

• Lead a team and manage critical IT systems for over 300 users.
• Oversee daily IT operations and ensure system performance.

Skills

Leadership

Problem-solving

Project Management

Communication

Network Administration

Disaster Recovery Planning

Budget Management

Team Development

Technology Trends Awareness

Tools

Cisco

Fortinet

Rukus

Windows Server

Azure AD

Office 365

Exchange Online

SolarWinds

Hyper-V

VMware

Microsoft Azure

AWS

Veeam

ServiceNow

PowerShell

Bash

Python

SIEM tools (Splunk)

Job description

Infrastructure Manager

Salary: Up to £55,000

Location: 5 Days Onsite in Tamworth

Nigel Frank is seeking an experienced Infrastructure Manager to support 300+ users globally for our client. In this role, you'll lead a team, manage critical IT systems, and oversee large-scale infrastructure projects that directly impact the success of the business.

Key Responsibilities:

• Leadership & Collaboration: Lead a team, engage with departments to deliver IT solutions, and support the business’s strategic goals.
• Operations Management: Oversee daily IT operations, manage server hardware, software, and network infrastructure, and ensure system performance through regular testing and troubleshooting.
• WAN & Security: Manage WAN infrastructure for reliable connectivity and implement robust security measures.
• Disaster Recovery: Develop and maintain disaster recovery plans and ensure business continuity.
• Project Management: Lead infrastructure projects, align plans with organisational roadmaps, and ensure timely delivery within budget.
• Budget & Vendor Management: Manage the IT budget, track expenditure, and maintain vendor relationships.
• Team Development: Mentor and develop the IT team, ensuring professional growth and high levels of customer satisfaction.
• Technology Advancement: Stay updated on technology trends and implement improvements to optimise IT services.
• Networking: Proficient in network administration, including Cisco, Fortinet, and Rukus, with strong knowledge of VLANs, VPNs, firewalls, and QoS.
• Microsoft Technologies: Expertise in Windows Server, Azure AD, Office 365, and Exchange Online.
• Hardware & Infrastructure: Experience with server infrastructure, RAID, SAN/NAS storage systems, and system monitoring tools like SolarWinds.
• Virtualization & Cloud: Experience with Hyper-V, VMware, and cloud platforms such as Microsoft Azure and AWS.
• Backup & Recovery: Knowledge of Veeam, disaster recovery setups, and business continuity tools.
• Security & Compliance: Strong understanding of IT security best practices, ISO 27001, GDPR, and SIEM tools like Splunk.
• Scripting & Automation: Familiarity with automation tools (PowerShell, Bash, Python) and ITSM platforms like ServiceNow.

Soft Skills:

• Excellent communication, problem-solving, and project management skills.
• Ability to inspire and lead teams, fostering a culture of innovation and continuous improvement.

This is a full-time, hands-on role that will require flexibility and commitment. APPLY NOW whilst the role is still available!

Seniority level

Entry level

Employment type

Full-time

Job function

Information Technology

Industries

Technology, Information and Media