System Engineer - Higher Education

Gravitas Recruitment Group (Global) Ltd; England; On-site; GBP 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Gravitas Recruitment Group (Global) Ltd is seeking an experienced Azure Infrastructure Engineer to own critical Azure networking, security and platform services. This hands-on role focuses on designing, implementing and improving Azure services, with emphasis on networking, security and monitoring across IaaS and PaaS.

You will collaborate with Infrastructure and Cyber Security teams, lead technical projects from design to handover, and mentor colleagues while delivering secure, scalable Azure

Qualifications

• Hands-on role focused on designing, implementing and improving Azure services.
• Experience owning Azure networking and security across platforms.
• Strong focus on secure, scalable cloud environments with monitoring.
• Familiarity with on‑prem VMware and Windows PKI is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Design, implement and optimize Azure infrastructure solutions (IaaS and PaaS).
• Own Azure networking and security technologies (WAF, Application Gateway, NSGs, VPNs).
• Support and enhance Azure Virtual Desktop environments including FSLogix.
• Improve monitoring using Azure Monitor, Log Analytics and dashboards.

Skills

Azure networking

Azure security

Azure Monitor

PowerShell automation

VMware vSphere

FSLogix

Web Application Firewall

Application Gateway

DNS

Tools

PowerShell

Azure Firewall

Job description

I'm working with an organisation investing heavily in its cloud infrastructure and cyber security capabilities, looking for an experienced Azure Infrastructure Engineer to take ownership of critical Azure networking, security and platform services.

This is a hands‑on role where you'll help shape, secure and optimise a modern Azure environment while working closely with Infrastructure and Cyber Security teams on a range of strategic and operational projects.

The Role

As the Azure Infrastructure Engineer, you'll be responsible for designing, implementing and improving Azure services across networking, security, virtual desktop and monitoring platforms.

The immediate focus is Azure networking and network security, making this an excellent opportunity for someone who enjoys building secure, scalable and resilient cloud environments.

Key Responsibilities

• Design, implement and optimise Azure infrastructure solutions across IaaS and PaaS services
• Take ownership of Azure networking and security technologies, including:
• Web Application Firewall (WAF)
• Application Gateway
• Network Security Groups
• Virtual Networks and connectivity
• Support and enhance Azure Virtual Desktop environments, including infrastructure, connectivity and FSLogix
• Improve monitoring, alerting and reporting using Azure Monitor, Log Analytics and Azure dashboards
• Partner with Cyber Security teams to improve visibility of security controls and integrate Azure security data into SIEM platforms
• Contribute to on‑prem infrastructure projects, including VMware environments and platform upgrades
• Support certificate management and Windows PKI services
• Deliver technical projects from design through implementation and handover
• Act as a technical escalation point while mentoring and supporting colleagues across the infrastructure team
• Produce clear technical documentation and operational procedures
• Deep understanding of Azure networking and network security
• Experience designing, implementing and supporting secure Azure environments
• Hands‑on experience with Azure Firewall, WAF, Application Gateway and DNS services
• Ability to take ownership of technical solutions and demonstrate personal impact on projects and improvements
• Strong troubleshooting and third‑line support capabilities
• FSLogix
• VMware vSphere
• PowerShell automation
• Azure Monitor and Log Analytics
• TCP/IP, DNS and DHCP
• Windows PKI and certificate management
• Power BI reporting
• IIS, Tomcat and web platform administration
• Website security hardening

Why Apply?

• Opportunity to lead critical Azure networking and security initiatives
• Work alongside a dedicated Cyber Security function
• Exposure to both cloud‑first and enterprise infrastructure technologies
• Involvement in major infrastructure transformation and modernisation projects
• High level of technical ownership and autonomy
• Opportunity to influence the future direction of a growing Azure estate