Sector: Cloud & InfrastructureReference: BBBH190071_1794422110Infrastructure Specialist - Azure, VMware & Microsoft 365 Altrincham (hybrid) - Salary 60,000The role My client, backed by VC always look to drive innovation across their global business, and the technology behind it runs on an estate we own and build ourselves. Now we are hiring an Infrastructure Specialist to join the specialist team in Altrincham and take shared ownership of our core infrastructure: Azure workloads, VMware virtualisation, Microsoft 365 and Entra ID.This is a hands-on, senior role in a small, close team. You will split your time between day-to-day management of those environments and project work, including a growing programme of new Azure workloads hosting their own AI and automation tooling in-house rather than buying SaaS. You will act as the third-line escalation point for infrastructure, work closely with the Cyber Security team, and have a real say in how the platform evolves.What you'll be doingDesigning, deploying and supporting Azure infrastructure: VMs, storage, virtual networks, NSGs and private connectivity, RBAC, managed identities, Key Vault, Monitor/Log Analytics, Backup and resource governanceBuilding secure, scalable Azure environments to host AI applications and servicesManaging Microsoft Entra ID, Microsoft 365, Intune and Conditional Access, including compliance and licensing governanceSupporting and maintaining our VMware estate, Windows Server, Active Directory and Group PolicyOwning daily management of deployment, security, compliance and migration across our Microsoft environments, including email securityLooking after enterprise storage (SAN/NAS), backup and disaster recovery, including upcoming renewals and potential platform changesAutomating business and IT processes with PowerShell and Power Platform / Power AutomateActing as third-line escalation for the service desk and troubleshooting complex issues across cloud and on-premContributing to global infrastructure projects, including acquisitions and integrationsWhat we're looking forExtensive experience in enterprise IT infrastructure, with several years in a senior technical role, in an environment of similar scaleStrong hands-on Microsoft Azure experience, from design through implementation into operational supportSolid working knowledge of Entra ID and Microsoft 365Hands-on VMware (or Hyper-V) virtualisation experienceGood understanding of networking: TCP/IP, DNS/DHCP, routing, firewalls, VPNs, LAN/WAN and Azure networkingUnderstanding of cloud and infrastructure security principles: identity, privileged access, least privilegeComfortable as a third-line escalation point and able to communicate clearly with non-technical colleaguesA proactive, self-starting approach: you take ownership, see things through and come with ideasWhy joinBroad technical scope across cloud and on-prem, with genuine autonomy to shape the platformInteresting project pipeline: in-house AI and automation workloads, M&A integration, backup and compliance modernisationSmall, expert team that takes pride in its workSalary 60,000Company bonus schemeHybrid working from our Altrincham officeDevelopment and progression opportunities Submit your CV to be considered, or reach out for further information.Guidant, Carbon60, Lorien & SRG - The Vertage Group Portfolio are acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy.
Infrastructure Specialist in London employer: Lorien Resourcing
Join a dynamic and innovative technology business in Glasgow or Edinburgh, where you'll not only lead the delivery of complex data-driven solutions but also play a pivotal role in mentoring and developing your colleagues. With a hybrid working model and a strong focus on career progression, this is an excellent opportunity to shape best practices in a supportive environment that values technical expertise and leadership. Enjoy the unique advantage of working within the financial services sector, tackling enterprise-scale projects that make a real impact.
