Infrastructure Engineer

Cyber Security training courses; Salisbury; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading defence technology firm in the United Kingdom is seeking an Infrastructure Engineer to join their Technology Operations team. In this role, you will maintain and optimise on-premise infrastructure, manage core services like Active Directory and Windows Servers, and contribute to cloud migration projects. Candidates should have at least 3 years in IT Operations, ITIL v4 certification, and expertise in scripting and automation. This position offers a competitive salary along with a strong collaborative culture focused on career development.

Benefits

Competitive salary and benefits package

Support for professional development

Career growth opportunities

Qualifications

• 3+ years in IT Operations with a focus on Windows Server and Storage.
• Expertise in Windows Server (2016-2022) and Active Directory.
• Strong scripting skills and automation mindset.

Responsibilities

• Maintain and optimise the organisation’s on-premise infrastructure.
• Manage core services including Active Directory and Windows Server environments.
• Contribute to cloud migration projects and ensure compliance with security standards.

Skills

Windows Server expertise

Scripting skills (PowerShell, CMD)

Experience with Azure

Networking fundamentals

Documentation skills

Education

ITIL v4 Foundation certification

Tools

Windows Server (2016-2022)

Active Directory

HPE Servers

Hyper-V

SCCM/SCVMM

Job description

Your new company

Join a forward‑thinking organisation at the heart of the UK defence infrastructure. This company is undergoing a strategic transformation towards cloud technologies while maintaining robust, high‑performing on‑premise systems. With a strong commitment to security, service excellence, and continuous improvement, this is an opportunity to be part of a team that plays a critical role in national operations.

Your new role

As an Infrastructure Engineer, you’ll be a key member of the Technology Operations team, responsible for maintaining and optimising the organisation’s on‑premise infrastructure across the UK. You’ll manage core services including Active Directory, Windows Server environments, storage systems (NAS/SAN), and virtualisation platforms. You’ll also contribute to cloud migration projects and ensure compliance with security standards such as ISO 27001 and Cyber Essentials.

This is a hands‑on role requiring deep technical expertise in Windows infrastructure, storage, and automation, with exposure to cloud technologies (Azure) and a strong understanding of IT service management.

What you’ll need to succeed

• 3+ years in IT Operations with a focus on Windows Server and Storage
• ITIL v4 Foundation certification
• Expertise in Windows Server (2016-2022), Active Directory, Azure AD, Group Policy, DNS, DHCP
• Experience with HPE Servers, Hyper‑V, SCCM/SCVMM, and backup/DR solutions
• Strong scripting skills (PowerShell, CMD) and automation mindset
• Familiarity with networking fundamentals and monitoring tools (e.g., SolarWinds)
• Excellent documentation and communication skills
• Proven ability to work independently and collaboratively

What you’ll get in return

• Opportunity to work on high‑impact infrastructure projects within a secure and respected organisation
• Exposure to both on‑premise and cloud technologies, supporting career growth
• A collaborative and values‑driven culture that prioritises integrity, customer focus, and pride in delivery
• Competitive salary and benefits package
• Support for professional development and certification

What you need to do now

If you’re interested in this role, click ‘apply now’ to forward an up‑to‑date copy of your CV, or call us now. If this job isn’t quite right for you, but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion about your career.

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