Infrastructure Engineer

Company cultures & job summary

Our client is looking for an Infrastructure Engineer to join a specialist security team working on critical national infrastructure projects. You'll need solid infrastructure architecture and Linux experience, along with hands-on knowledge of IaC and automation tools. Apply Now!

Working Patterns and location – Fully on site

·        Own and deliver specific components and tasks within infrastructure projects.

·        Lead the design of high-level architectures for on-prem, cloud and hybrid platforms.

·        Get hands-on with system design, configuration, implementation and testing.

·        Ensure all solutions meet security requirements and compliance standards.

·        Build and maintain strong relationships with customers, suppliers and subject matter experts.

·        Provide third-line support to deployed cloud-based solutions.

·        Mentor and coach team members, contributing to knowledge sharing across the team.

·        Strong experience in infrastructure architecture design for complex IT environments.

·        In-depth technical knowledge of the Linux operating system.

·        Hands-on experience with Infrastructure-as-Code and configuration management tools such as Ansible, Puppet or Terraform.

·        Solid understanding of network architecture including routing, switching, firewalls and VLANs.

·        Experience with data centre infrastructure and systems integration.

·        Strong troubleshooting and logical problem-solving skills across infrastructure environments.

·        Ability to document solutions clearly and work independently on technical challenges.

TThe client would also like to see some of the below, but this is not essential:

·        Knowledge of big data architectures and experience designing big data solutions.

·        Familiarity with cloud and hybrid data processing architectures.

·        Scripting skills, particularly in Python.

·        Experience working in or leading teams using a DevOps way of working.

·        Experience owning project delivery against time, cost and quality metrics.

Our clients offer a range of benefits for permanent workers, as well as an excellent salary you will receive the following:

• Annual bonus up to 10%.

• Pension up to 5% Employee/10% Employer.

• Private Medical Cover.

• Dental Insurance.

• Health Assessment.

• Life Assurance.

Our client is committed to providing a diverse and inclusive workplace and welcomes applications from all backgrounds

Part-time opportunities/flexible working is available to suit individual needs.

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