Senior Infrastructure Engineer – Security Platforms

TN United Kingdom; Windsor; Hybrid; GBP 60,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Senior Infrastructure Engineer specializing in Security Platforms. This role involves designing and managing secure infrastructure solutions on Azure and AWS, ensuring the highest standards of cloud security. The ideal candidate will collaborate with cross-functional teams and stay ahead of security trends. With a competitive salary and flexible benefits, this is an exciting opportunity to join a dynamic team committed to innovation and excellence in cloud infrastructure. If you are passionate about security and technology, this role is perfect for you.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Employee Energy Allowance

Pension scheme

Healthcare plan

25 days holiday

Flexible benefits

Technology vouchers

Electric car lease scheme

Travel insurance

Qualifications

• 5+ years of IT infrastructure engineering experience focusing on Microsoft security.
• Expertise in Azure and AWS cloud platforms.

Responsibilities

• Design and manage secure infrastructure solutions on Azure and AWS.
• Conduct security assessments and audits.

Skills

Cloud Security Best Practices

Azure Services

AWS Services

Infrastructure as Code

CI/CD Processes

Security Tools Knowledge

Problem-Solving

Team Collaboration

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Computer Science

Tools

Microsoft Defender

Microsoft Sentinel

Ansible

Docker

Kubernetes

Job description

Senior Infrastructure Engineer – Security Platforms, Windsor

Client: Centrica

Location: Windsor, United Kingdom

Job Reference: d3c672d688ed

Job Views: 5

Posted: 05.05.2025

Expiry Date: 19.06.2025

Job Description

We are seeking a highly skilled Senior Infrastructure Engineer specializing in Enterprise Security with a focus on Azure and AWS services to join our Infrastructure Engineering team at Centrica. The ideal candidate will design, implement, and manage secure infrastructure solutions on these cloud platforms, with a deep understanding of cloud security best practices and infrastructure as code.

Location

Home-based with occasional travel to Windsor

Key Responsibilities

• Design, implement, and manage secure infrastructure solutions on Azure and AWS.
• Develop and enforce security policies, procedures, and standards.
• Conduct security assessments and audits, recommending remediation strategies.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to integrate security into all infrastructure aspects.
• Monitor and respond to security incidents, conducting root cause analysis and corrective actions.
• Stay updated with the latest security trends, threats, and technologies.
• Provide expertise in security investigations and incident management.

Technical Skills

• Expertise in managing Defender for Endpoint and XDR policies.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Defender platforms (Defender for Identity, Cloud, and Cloud Apps).
• Experience with Microsoft Sentinel for SIEM and Linux Log collectors.
• Expertise in cloud engineering and automation.
• Strong CI/CD processes and tools skills.
• Proficiency in using Infrastructure as Code.
• Familiarity with Microsoft Purview products (Compliance Manager, DLP, Information Protection).
• Knowledge of security tools and technologies (firewalls, IDS/IPS, encryption solutions).

Nice to Have Skills

• Experience with automation tools like Ansible, Puppet, and PowerShell DSC.
• Knowledge of containerization and orchestration technologies (Docker, Kubernetes).
• Familiarity with Microsoft 365 services.
• Relevant certifications (e.g., Microsoft Certified: Azure Solutions Architect) are highly desirable.

Soft Skills

• Excellent problem-solving abilities.
• Team-oriented mindset.

Senior Responsibilities

• Mentor and support team members.
• Contribute to cross-team initiatives, peer reviews, and communities of practice.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, IT, or related field.
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in IT infrastructure engineering, focusing on Microsoft security tools and services.

Why Join Us?

• Competitive salary and bonus potential.
• Employee Energy Allowance at 15% of the government price cap.
• Pension scheme and healthcare plan.
• 25 days holiday plus public holidays, with the option to buy up to 5 additional days.
• Flexible benefits including technology vouchers, an electric car lease scheme, and travel insurance.

Join Centrica and help shape the future of our secure cloud infrastructure. Apply now to be part of a dynamic and innovative team!