Lead Infrastructure Engineer - Secure, Scalable CNI Systems

NATIONAL GRID; England; Hybrid; GBP 55,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading energy company in the UK seeks a CNI Infrastructure Lead Engineer to enhance and maintain its technology infrastructure. This pivotal role involves overseeing core services, driving improvements, and mentoring engineers. Ideal candidates should have strong enterprise IT expertise, including Active Directory skills and experience with Windows and Linux environments. The position offers a competitive salary of £55,000 – £65,000 per annum and includes hybrid working options, enhancing work-life balance while contributing to crucial national infrastructure.

Benefits

Competitive contributory pension scheme

Performance-based bonus

Flexible benefits package

Access to digital GP service

Work + Family Space support

Qualifications

• Strong expertise in enterprise IT infrastructure.
• Deep understanding of Active Directory and identity management.
• Hands-on experience with Windows and Linux environments.

Responsibilities

• Lead the performance and maintenance of core infrastructure services.
• Provide technical leadership and mentorship to engineers.
• Define and maintain infrastructure standards and best practices.

Skills

Expertise in enterprise IT infrastructure

Active Directory Domain Services

Windows and Linux server environments

Virtualisation technologies (e.g., VMware VCF)

Networking (TCP/IP, DNS, LAN/WAN)

Automation and configuration tools

Scripting in PowerShell, Bash, or Python

Resilient solutions for backup and recovery

Troubleshooting abilities

Tools

Terraform

Ansible

Job description

A leading energy company in the UK seeks a CNI Infrastructure Lead Engineer to enhance and maintain its technology infrastructure. This pivotal role involves overseeing core services, driving improvements, and mentoring engineers. Ideal candidates should have strong enterprise IT expertise, including Active Directory skills and experience with Windows and Linux environments. The position offers a competitive salary of £55,000 – £65,000 per annum and includes hybrid working options, enhancing work-life balance while contributing to crucial national infrastructure.