Group Infrastructure and Security Engineer in London

We are looking for a senior Infrastructure and Security Engineer to provide technical ownership and escalation across core platforms in a complex, multi-campus environment. The role involves managing and supporting multi-site network systems to ensure a single cohesive network model is consistent across all the College's campuses to include but not limited to: wide area networks, network and security platforms, storage, backups and DR/BCP.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the deployment, operational, and ongoing optimisation of the multi-site VMware and Omnissa VDI estate.
• Operate and evolve large-scale, multi-campus network infrastructure, acting as a senior technical escalation point (Juniper experience preferred).
• Own the operational management of Microsoft 365 and Entra environments, ensuring availability, security, and alignment with agreed standards.
• Apply network security controls, including firewalls and segmentation, to protect services and manage risk across campuses.
• Lead proactive security operations, including threat awareness, remediation, and the development of improvement proposals through formal processes.
• Contribute to the development of infrastructure and security improvement initiatives by producing technical designs, risk assessments and implementation plans for review and approval.
• Design, configure and support LAN/WAN services across all campuses, ensuring resilience, performance and security.
• Act as a senior technical escalation point for complex or high-impact infrastructure, network and security issues, providing hands-on support where appropriate.

Who you are

If you are a technically proficient, solutions-oriented individual with a passion for technology and continuous improvement, and you thrive on complex problem-solving and want to expand your skillset across a range of platforms and infrastructure services, this is the role for you. You will need a command of networking fundamentals, predominantly Juniper, and an excellent understanding of Windows, Active Directory, TCP/IP, DHCP, DNS, PXE and other standard network protocols and services.

What We Offer

• Pension: New City College provides a career average pension scheme for all staff. Support staff fall under the Local Government Pension Scheme.
• Accessibility: All college sites are easily accessible for wheelchair users and via public transport (bus, DLR, or tube).
• On-Site Facilities: Free access to on-site gym facilities at some campuses and on-site cafes serving subsidised food and drinks.
• Staff Development: Five CPD (Continuing Professional Development) days per year, with access to industry-standard facilities and a collaborative working environment. Leading to opportunities for career advancement and professional development in a supportive setting.
• Financial Perks: Interest-free loans for annual travel season tickets. Health cash plan (reimbursement for dental, optical, and therapy treatments) and a completely confidential Employee assistance program.
• Discounts: Save money on day-to-day expenses, shopping, dining out, DIY, and travel.
• Technology Access: Office 365 and Adobe Suite available for personal devices.

About New City College

New City College is a sector leading college group with campuses spanning east London and south-west Essex as well as two language schools. When you join NCC, you will join a forward-thinking, dynamic team, sharing best practice to deliver first class education and skills for the benefit of our students and wider communities. Our college environment is second to none. We boast industry standard facilities and equipment, expert staff and partnerships with other high-profile organisations which all prepare students for progression to higher education or successful careers. Furthermore we make sure we are a step ahead when it comes to the skills and technology needed for the jobs of tomorrow, so that employers across the region - and nationally - know where to come to update their staff teams' skills and qualifications.

New City College's 7-college merger and our combined skills and expertise places us at the forefront of further education in the UK, spanning sixth form education, adult skills, apprenticeships, ESOL, EFL and SEND. With a turnover of £130m, 20,000 students and 2,000 staff it is one of the strongest and most influential FE organisations in the country. At New City College we are proud of our inclusive and diverse staff and student community. We are united in our zero tolerance approach to racism and discrimination. As we develop our longer-term vision, we will continue to ensure that we invest in our staff and other resources to provide a distinctive offer and excellent, supportive learning environment which meets the needs of students and employers and prepares local people for their exciting future.

As the College supports a number of children and vulnerable adults, all staff are exempt from Section 4(2) of the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974. Accordingly, all staff will be subject to an 'Enhanced' DBS (formerly CRB) check, along with a Children's Barred List check if in regulated activity. Any offers of appointment may be withdrawn if these checks prove to be unsatisfactory to the College. Self-disclosure will be required as part of the recruitment process. If you fail to make a full disclosure or provide sight of your DBS certificate then your offer of employment is likely to be withdrawn. The College's DBS policy covers the recruitment of ex-offenders which is available upon request. New City College aims to develop a workforce that reflects the diverse community we serve and actively welcome applications from candidates from a BAME background.