Senior Infrastructure Engineer - Security Platforms

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.\\n\\nLocation: Home-based with occasional travel to Windsor\\n\\nKey Responsibilities:\\n\\nDesign, implement, and manage secure infrastructure solutions on Azure and AWS.\\n\\nDevelop and enforce security policies, procedures, and standards.\\n\\nConduct security assessments and audits, recommending remediation strategies.\\n\\nCollaborate with cross-functional teams to integrate security into all infrastructure aspects.\\n\\nMonitor and respond to security incidents, conducting root cause analysis and corrective actions.\\n\\nStay updated with the latest security trends, threats, and technologies.\\n\\nProvide expertise in security investigations and incident management.\\n\\nTechnical Skills:\\n\\nExpertise in managing Defender for Endpoint and XDR policies.\\n\\nProficiency with Microsoft Defender platforms (Defender for Identity, Cloud, and Cloud Apps).\\n\\nExperience with Microsoft Sentinel for SIEM and Linux Log collectors.\\n\\nStrong Kusto Query Language (KQL) skills.\\n\\nStrong Linux administration skills.\\n\\nExpertise in cloud engineering and automation.\\n\\nStrong CI/CD processes and tools skills.\\n\\nProficiency in using Infrastructure as Code.\\n\\nFamiliarity with Microsoft Purview products (Compliance Manager, DLP, Information Protection).\\n\\nKnowledge of security tools and technologies (firewalls, IDS/IPS, encryption solutions).\\n\\nNice to Have Skills:\\n\\nExperience with automation tools like Ansible, Puppet, and PowerShell DSC\\n\\nKnowledge of containerization and orchestration technologies (Docker, Kubernetes)\\n\\nFamiliarity with Microsoft 365 services\\n\\nRelevant certifications (e.g., Microsoft Certified: Azure Solutions Architect) are highly desirable\\n\\nSoft Skills:\\n\\nExcellent problem-solving abilities\\n\\nStrong communication skills\\n\\nTeam-oriented mindset\\n\\nSenior Responsibilities:\\n\\nMentor and support team members\\n\\nContribute to cross-team initiatives, peer reviews, and communities of practice\\n\\nQualifications:\\n\\nBachelor's degree in Computer Science, IT, or related field\\n\\nMinimum of 5 years of experience in IT infrastructure engineering, focusing on Microsoft security tools and services\\n\\nWhy Join Us?:\\n\\nCompetitive salary and bonus potential\\n\\nCompany car allowance\\n\\nEmployee Energy Allowance at 15% of the government price cap\\n\\nPension scheme and healthcare plan\\n\\n25 days holiday plus public holidays, with the option to buy up to 5 additional days\\n\\nFlexible benefits including technology vouchers, an electric car lease scheme, and travel insurance\\n\\nJoin Centrica and help shape the future of our secure cloud infrastructure. Apply now to be part of a dynamic and innovative team