IT Infrastructure Engineer Cloud Focus

Ground Control; Essex; Hybrid; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A UK-based technology-driven services company is seeking an experienced IT Infrastructure Engineer with a focus on cloud technologies, mainly Azure. This role involves designing, deploying, and managing cloud infrastructure while ensuring security and scalability. Candidates should have a strong background in IT infrastructure and collaboration across teams. The company offers a competitive salary, flexible working options, and a comprehensive benefits package, contributing to a dynamic and supportive work culture.

Benefits

23 days holiday, increasing with service

Yearly bonus scheme & share options

Robust pension scheme

Employee support and GP services

Free or subsidised gym memberships

Employee Recognition Scheme

Personal choice volunteering days

Qualifications

• 5 years experience in IT infrastructure engineering, ideally within an MSP environment.
• Hands-on experience with cloud technologies, particularly Microsoft Azure.
• Strong understanding of networking principles (VPN troubleshooting).

Responsibilities

• Design, deploy and manage cloud‑based infrastructure (Azure).
• Support the gradual migration of on‑premises services to the cloud.
• Monitor cloud infrastructure performance, availability and security.
• Collaborate with cross‑functional teams to meet business requirements.

Skills

IT infrastructure engineering

Microsoft Azure

Windows Server

Active Directory

DNS

Networking principles

Tools

Hyper-V

Virtual Machines

Backup solutions (Rubrik)

Job description

IT Infrastructure Engineer Cloud Focus

Location: Flexible within the UK (commutable to London/Billericay preferred)

Hours: Monday - Friday

Salary: Competitive Great Perks

About the Role

We are looking for an experienced IT Infrastructure Engineer with a cloud focus to join our dynamic fast‑paced IT team. You will play a key role in the design, deployment and management of our cloud infrastructure (primarily Azure), ensuring scalability, reliability and security. You’ll work closely with internal teams and external partners to support cloud migration projects, automate processes and drive innovation across our IT environment.

This role is ideal for someone who thrives in a constantly changing environment, enjoys variety in their work and has experience in both managed services and complex IT infrastructures.

Responsibilities

• Design, deploy and manage cloud‑based infrastructure (Azure) alongside hybrid environments.
• Support the gradual migration of on‑premises services to the cloud.
• Monitor cloud infrastructure performance, availability and security.
• Implement and maintain security measures in line with industry standards.
• Collaborate with cross‑functional teams to meet business requirements.
• Lead cloud‑related infrastructure projects from initiation to completion.
• Maintain up‑to‑date documentation for cloud systems and processes.
• Participate in on‑call rota for out‑of‑hours support.
• Identify opportunities for automation, AI and efficiency improvements.

What you will bring

• 5 years experience in IT infrastructure engineering, ideally within an MSP environment.
• Hands‑on experience with cloud technologies, particularly Microsoft Azure.
• Proficient in Windows Server, Active Directory, DNS, Failover Clustering.
• Experience with virtualization (Hyper‑V, VMs) and storage solutions.
• Strong understanding of networking principles (VPN troubleshooting).
• Experience with technical documentation, patching and firmware upgrades.

Added Bonus: Experience with enterprise backup solutions (e.g. Rubrik).

Career Development Focus

We’re committed to supporting your professional growth with clear career paths, training and tailored development programs, including our GC Leadership Academy job‑specific accreditations and higher education opportunities.

Exciting Growth Opportunities

Be part of a rapidly growing company with a dynamic team and expanding client base.

Collaborative Environment

Work in a supportive, engaging and innovative culture where your contributions are valued.

Competitive Package

Enjoy a competitive salary and benefits package along with flexible working options including:

• 23 days holiday (increasing with length of service), bank holidays
• Yearly bonus scheme & share options
• Robust pension scheme
• Medigold employee support, free flu jabs, online private GP service
• Free or subsidised national gym memberships
• Employee Recognition Scheme
• 2 personal choice volunteering days

Ground Control

Ground Control is a UK‑based grounds maintenance company powered by the latest technology. Since launching in 1973 Ground Control has grown rapidly and now provides full national coverage for our customers across the UK and Ireland.

We deliver a range of services including grounds maintenance, winter gritting, landscape construction, design, arboriculture and electric vehicle charging point installation to more than 50,000 commercial properties across the UK.

If you are looking to invest in your future with a business that puts people at the centre of everything, click the apply now button below to speak to a member of our team.

Equal Opportunities Statement

At Ground Control we are committed to fostering an inclusive and diverse workplace where everyone feels valued and empowered to thrive. We believe that diversity drives innovation and success and we welcome applications from individuals of all backgrounds, experiences and perspectives.

We are proud to be an equal opportunities employer and do not discriminate based on age, disability, gender identity, marital status, pregnancy, race, religion, sexual orientation or any other protected characteristic. We actively support and promote an inclusive culture ensuring fair and equitable treatment throughout the recruitment process and beyond.