Senior Infrastructure Systems Engineer - UK Somerset

ZipRecruiter; Weston-super-Mare; Hybrid; GBP 48,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Senior Infrastructure Systems Engineer to join their dynamic team in the public sector. This hybrid role offers the chance to work on cutting-edge cloud infrastructure and systems engineering projects. The ideal candidate will provide enterprise-level support on Azure AD, O365, and VMware, while also developing automation tools and managing server environments. With a focus on digital transformation, this company offers a collaborative environment where your expertise will make a significant impact. If you're looking to advance your IT career with a forward-thinking organization, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Benefits

Enhanced pension scheme

Health insurance

Life assurance

Exclusive discounts via 'Perks at Work'

25 days annual leave (option to buy more)

Qualifications

• Experience in enterprise-level infrastructure support and cloud services.
• Strong knowledge of Active Directory and Azure AD administration.

Responsibilities

• Support and manage Microsoft Azure and O365 environments.
• Administer Active Directory and Azure AD, including group policies.

Skills

Enterprise-level specialist

Azure Active Directory

Cloud services

AVD (Azure Virtual Desktop)

O365

VMware Virtualization

PowerShell scripting

General Networking

Education

Microsoft Certifications

ITIL certification

Tools

Windows Servers 2019/2022

Proxy Servers

SmoothWall

Microsoft Intune

Job description

Job Description

Senior Infrastructure Systems Engineer - Hybrid

UK, South West, Weston Super Mare, Somerset. DBS Check Required!

Skills:

Enterprise-level specialist, infrastructure support on Azure Active Directory, Cloud, AVD (Azure Virtual Desktop), Entra ID, O365, VMware Virtualization, as well as associated storage solutions such as EMC and SANs.

Technologies include:

• Windows Servers 2019/2022
• Proxy Servers, SmoothWall
• 3rd/4th Line Technical Support
• PowerShell, scripting, Intune, Microsoft Auto Patch, Azure Update Manager
• General Networking (Cisco, Palo Alto)

Salary and Benefits:

• £48,000 per annum + excellent benefits
• Hybrid working
• Enhanced pension scheme
• Health insurance
• Life assurance
• Exclusive discounts via 'Perks at Work'
• 25 days annual leave (option to buy more)

About the Company:

Leading IT solutions and services provider with over 20 years of experience, employing over 1,000 IT professionals across the UK. They serve clients in healthcare, local government, and other public sector organizations, focusing on digital transformation and innovative solutions.

The company is seeking a professional, client-facing Senior IT Infrastructure Systems Engineer to strengthen their team in the public sector space. This role offers a progressive opportunity in cloud infrastructure and systems engineering, ideal for candidates aiming to advance their IT careers.

Role Responsibilities:

As a key member of the Senior Infrastructure - Systems Team, you will provide enterprise-level support on:

• Active Directory and Azure AD
• Cloud services, including Azure Virtual Desktop and O365
• VMware and storage systems

Specific Duties:

• Support and manage Microsoft Azure and O365 environments
• Administer Active Directory and Azure AD, including group policies
• Manage enterprise domain and Azure AVD
• Develop PowerShell scripts and other automation tools
• Maintain general networking, ideally with Palo Alto and Cisco devices
• Handle server hardware, SAN switches, and storage provisioning (EMC)
• Manage Windows Server 2019/2022 environments
• Configure proxy servers (e.g., SmoothWall)
• Apply Microsoft Auto Patch and Azure Update Manager, systems hardening
• Administer Exchange 365 and Microsoft Intune
• Create and maintain technical documentation and designs
• Lead technical projects

Preferred Qualifications:

• Microsoft Certifications
• ITIL certification
• Experience with service management ticketing systems
• Ability to adapt in a fast-paced environment with changing priorities
• Willingness to work occasional out-of-hours shifts; overtime available
• Project management skills

Contact Experis IT for more information!