Senior Infrastructure Engineer

WHAT YOU WILL BE DOING

Technical Leadership & Strategy

• Act as the technical lead for infrastructure and Microsoft services.
• Define and deliver the infrastructure and modern workplace strategy.
• Provide mentorship and escalation support to technical teams.
• Ensure systems are secure, resilient, scalable, and future-ready.

Microsoft Administration & Governance

• Own and manage the Microsoft tenant (Global Administrator level).
• Administer core services, including:Microsoft Entra ID (Azure AD) – identity and access management.Microsoft Defender Suite – Endpoint, Identity, Office , Cloud Apps.Microsoft Purview – data governance, DLP, retention, and eDiscovery.
• Implement and maintain security, compliance, and governance controls.
• Manage Conditional Access, MFA, and privileged access strategies.

Power Platform & Automation

• Lead development and governance of Power Automate workflows and Power Apps solutions.
• Drive adoption of low-code automation across the business.
• Implement standards, controls, and scalable automation frameworks.

SharePoint & Modern Workplace

• Lead migration from SharePoint on-premise to SharePoint Online.
• Define migration strategies, including content rationalisation and Metadata and taxonomy design.
• Promote modern collaboration tools, including Microsoft Teams, OneDrive, and SharePoint Online.

Data Governance & Compliance

• Establish and maintain data governance frameworks.
• Implement Metadata tagging and classification and data lifecycle and retention policies.
• Ensure compliance with GDPR / Data Protection requirements.
• Support data audits, DPIAs, and data sharing agreements.

Infrastructure Ownership & Management

• Network Infrastructure: LAN/WAN, switching, firewalls, and connectivity.
• Server & Cloud Platforms: Hybrid environments (on-premise and Azure), and Virtualisation (Hyper-V).
• End User & Device Management: Microsoft Intune / Endpoint Manager, and Autopilot and device lifecycle management.
• Telephony & Communications: VoIP and unified communications platforms.
• Physical Security Systems: CCTV and access control systems.

Cyber Security & Architecture

• Design and enhance enterprise security architecture.
• Contribute to Zero Trust strategy and implementation.
• Lead improvements across Microsoft Sentinel, Microsoft Defender ecosystem, and Identity and access controls.
• Support security reviews, audits, and risk mitigation.

Support & Operations

• Provide 3rd line support and escalation.
• Oversee system upgrades, patching, and maintenance.
• Maintain clear and accurate technical documentation.
• Ensure successful transition of projects into operational support.

Project Delivery & Service Improvement

• Lead full lifecycle delivery: Discovery → Design → Build → Test → Deploy.
• Ensure quality, risk management, and timely delivery.
• Drive standardisation, automation PowerShell), and continuous service improvement.

Leadership & Collaboration

• Act as a visible technical leader across IT and the business.
• Mentor and develop team members.
• Work closely with stakeholders to align IT with business needs.
• Promote knowledge sharing and continuous learning.

WHAT WE ARE LOOKING FOR

Essential Requirements:

• Degree in Computer Science or a related field (or equivalent experience).
• Proven experience in a senior/lead infrastructure or M role.
• Strong expertise in Microsoft (including Defender & Purview) and Microsoft Entra ID (Azure AD).
• Hands-on experience with Power Platform (Power Apps & Power Automate) and SharePoint migrations (on-prem → online).
• Strong knowledge of Hybrid infrastructure (Azure + on-prem), networking and firewalls, Virtualisation (Hyper-V), and Endpoint management (Intune).
• Experience implementing data governance and compliance frameworks.
• Where it may be required for a visa application – Advanced English, English Level B2 or equivalent. Please note that individual circumstances differ and this will be assessed on a case-by-case basis.

Desirable Requirements:

• PowerShell scripting and automation.
• Experience with Microsoft Intune and Autopilot, Azure Virtual Desktop, and Microsoft Sentinel.
• Knowledge of standards such as ISO and GDPR / Data Protection frameworks.
• Relevant Microsoft certifications MS-, SC-, SC-, PL-).

Personal Attributes:

• Strong leadership and decision-making skills.
• Strategic mindset with a hands-on approach.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder engagement.
• Highly organised with strong attention to detail.
• Proactive, security-first mentality.
• Passion for continuous improvement and emerging technologies.

WHAT WE OFFER YOU

Working Hours: : – : Monday – Thursday, : – : Friday.

• Flexi-time system.
• Company pension contributions of up to %.
• Early finish on a Friday.
• Free parking on site.
• Annual leave entitlement of days (+ bank holidays), increasing up to (+ bank holidays) with service.
• Death in service benefit of 4x annual salary.
• Enhanced pay for maternity, paternity, bereavement, adoption, surrogacy, and sickness.
• Employee Assistance Programme.
• Long Service Awards.
• On-site canteen.
• Exclusive 'Staff Sales' site for Panasonic products.
• Training and development opportunities.
• 'Refer a Friend' recruitment scheme.