IT- Infrastructure Engineer

Gardiner & Theobald LLP; Greater London; Hybrid; GBP 42,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

Gardiner & Theobald LLP in London is seeking an IT Infrastructure Engineer to join the IT Infrastructure & Security team. The role is hands-on, covering endpoint management, Microsoft 365, identity, networking and infrastructure support, and acting as the first escalation point for the Service Desk.

You will administer core platforms, contribute to security practices, patching, Azure Virtual Desktop, and maintain runbooks and documentation while working normal office hours with on-call rotation.

Qualifications

• Must have proven infrastructure engineering experience in 2nd/3rd line roles.
• Strong Microsoft 365, Intune and Entra ID administration.
• Solid networking knowledge with VPNs, DNS, DHCP and VLANs and problem-solving skills.

Responsibilities

• Administer Microsoft 365, Intune and Entra ID including Teams and telephony.
• Manage patching and software deployment.
• Support Azure Virtual Desktop and network infrastructure.
• Troubleshoot connectivity, performance and VPN issues.
• Maintain documentation and runbooks.
• Collaborate with Service Desk on escalated incidents.

Skills

Microsoft 365 administration

Intune administration

Entra ID administration

Networking

Firewall administration

Windows Server/Desktop

PowerShell scripting

Security-minded

Communication skills

Tools

Cisco CCNA

Fortinet NSE4/FCP

VMware vSphere

Job description

IT- Infrastructure Engineer

Department: IT

Employment Type: Full Time

Location: G&T London

Description

Why G&T?

Gardiner & Theobald is an independent construction and property consultancy committed to providing world class service to our clients. Our dedicated team of over 1,300 people delivers Cost Management, Project Management and Specialist Consultancy services from a network of UK and US offices bound by a common purpose - to build a better tomorrow.

We define our success by the value we create for our clients, the fulfilling careers we build for our people and our contribution to the communities we work in. Our own long-term business performance aligns profit with purpose, taking social and environmental responsibility for our actions and the legacy we leave behind.

People are central to our mission. Rewarding individuals based on their unique abilities, talent and hard work, we believe in the quality of experiences and investing in a collaborative culture where all can thrive.

About the Role

We are recruiting an IT Infrastructure Engineer to join our IT Infrastructure & Security team.

This is a hands-on generalist role covering endpoint management, Microsoft 365, identity, networking and infrastructure support. You will administer a range of core infrastructure platforms and act as the first IT infrastructure escalation point for the Service Desk.

Key responsibilities

• Administering Microsoft 365, Intune and Entra ID, including Microsoft Teams and telephony
• Managing patching and software deployment
• Supporting Azure Virtual Desktop
• Supporting network switching, wireless and firewall infrastructure
• Diagnosing and resolving connectivity, performance and VPN issues
• Carrying out routine network and firewall changes
• Working closely with the Service Desk on escalated incidents, providing technical support and knowledge transfer
• Triaging infrastructure alerts and incidents
• Supporting Windows Server and Active Directory
• Maintaining technical documentation and operational runbooks

Shift pattern

Please note this role will operate on normal office hours (Mon-Fri 9am-5:30pm), and on call (evenings and weekends) 1 week in every 4.

About You

Essential Experience

• Proven experience in an infrastructure engineering or advanced 2nd/3rd line role
• Strong Microsoft 365, Intune and Entra ID administration experience
• Strong networking knowledge, including TCP/IP, DNS, DHCP, VLANs and VPNs, with the ability to troubleshoot complex connectivity issues
• Experience with enterprise switching and firewall platforms
• Experience supporting Windows desktop and server environments across on-premises and cloud-hosted infrastructure
• Practical PowerShell scripting experience
• A structured troubleshooting approach and the ability to see issues through to resolution
• A security-conscious approach to infrastructure administration
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills

Desirable experience

• Cisco CCNA and/or Fortinet NSE4/FCP certification
• VMware vSphere
• Experience with enterprise security tooling and security best practices

About Us

Forward thinking and future focused, we champion social mobility, ethical governance, equality and diversity, creating an inclusive environment where everyone’s unique talents and experiences are valued. Our ESG goals are at the forefront of our business plan, and we are proud to have created social value worth over £19m+ since 2021. Our initiatives include the G&T ESG Committee, dedicated to increasing opportunities and removing barriers for social mobility and equality within the firm, as well as our Next Gen programme which focuses on nurturing the next generation in the industry. Our commitment to realising a more sustainable future is witnessed not only through helping our clients meet their own next zero carbon aspirations but also by reaching our own, with an aim for our firm to be net zero by 2030.