IT Infrastructure Engineer

at  Digital Waffle

SALARY RANGE: £40,000 - £45,000 PER ANNUM (DOE)

We are seeking a highly skilled and motivated IT Infrastructure Engineer to join our dynamic team in Leicester. As a key member of our IT department, you will be responsible for designing, implementing, and maintaining a wide range of cutting-edge technologies to support the organisation’s infrastructure. If you have a passion for Microsoft platforms, networking, virtualisation, cloud services, and IT security, along with hands-on experience in automation (ideally PowerShell) and Cisco technologies, this role is for you!

REQUIREMENTS:

• Proven experience as an IT Infrastructure Engineer or a similar role with hands-on experience in the technologies mentioned above.
• Have at least 2 years of experience in a 3rd Line role
• In-depth knowledge of Microsoft platforms, automation (ideally PowerShell), Storage Area Networks, backup systems, Cisco networking, and virtualisation technologies.
• Strong understanding of IT security principles and best practices.
• Experience of working with both on-prem and cloud environments - migration experience from on-prem to Azure would be great.
• Experience with implementing and managing cloud-based platforms such as Azure.
• Familiarity with Cisco Unified Communication VOIP platform is highly desirable.
• Excellent problem-solving skills and the ability to diagnose and resolve complex IT issues efficiently.
• Relevant certifications in Microsoft, Cisco, VMware, or other related technologies are a plus.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Utilise your comprehensive understanding and experience with Microsoft platforms, including Exchange Server, Active Directory, SharePoint, and Windows Server operating systems, to design and maintain robust and scalable solutions.
• Have at least 2 years of experience in a 3rd Line role.
• Demonstrate a strong knowledge of Storage Area Networks and backup systems to ensure data availability and disaster recovery readiness.
• Develop and maintain IT disaster recovery plans and business continuity solutions to safeguard against potential disruptions.
• Showcase your excellent and demonstrable knowledge of PowerShell automation to streamline and automate various IT processes.
• Configure and maintain Cisco network equipment, investigate complex LAN / WLAN / WAN issues, and resolve networking challenges promptly.
• Implement and manage servers in clustered VMware or Hyper-V virtualised environments for optimum performance and efficiency.
• Apply your comprehensive understanding of IT security across network, server, and application layers to safeguard the organisation against potential threats.
• Experience of working with both on-prem and cloud environments - migration experience from on-prem to Azure would be great.
• Demonstrate experience in implementing and managing cloud-based platforms and services, particularly Azure, to leverage the benefits of cloud computing.
• Utilise your experience with Cisco Unified Communication VOIP platform to enhance and support communication solutions.

ADDITIONAL RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to provide technical solutions and support various infrastructure initiatives.
• Stay updated with industry trends and best practices to continuously improve and optimise the organisation’s infrastructure.