Senior IT Infrastructure Engineer

AM Healthcare Group; Abingdon; On-site; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A healthcare solutions provider in Abingdon is seeking an experienced Senior IT Infrastructure Engineer to manage hybrid IT environments. This hands-on role involves designing, securing, and delivering infrastructure projects and ensuring compliance with Cyber Essentials Plus and GDPR. Ideal candidates will have over 10 years of IT infrastructure experience, with strong skills in Azure and Microsoft technologies. Along with an attractive salary, employees receive generous holiday allowances and professional development opportunities.

Benefits

Competitive market salary

Incremental holiday allowance

Death in Service (3x basic salary)

Referral incentive scheme

Enhanced Family Leave/Pay

Qualifications

• 10+ years in IT infrastructure roles, including 5+ years in a senior capacity.
• Proven track record managing secure, compliant IT environments.
• Ability to work independently and deliver projects on time.

Responsibilities

• Implement and maintain hybrid infrastructure solutions that meet performance and security requirements.
• Take ownership of infrastructure projects from design to delivery.
• Maintain alignment with Cyber Essentials Plus and GDPR.

Skills

Microsoft Azure

Active Directory

PowerShell

SQL Server

Group Policy

DNS

DHCP

LAN/WAN

VPNs

Cyber Essentials Plus

Automation scripting

Education

Degree in Computer Science

Tools

Microsoft 365

Azure Automation

Job description

We’re looking for an experienced Senior IT Infrastructure Engineer to design, manage, and optimise our hybrid (Azure + on‑prem) IT environment. This is a hands‑on role responsible for maintaining high‑performance, secure, and resilient infrastructure that supports critical business systems. The role is based at our Head Office in Abingdon, and due to the geographically dispersed nature of our business some UK, Overseas travel and Out of Hours coverage will be required in order to meet operational requirements.

Key Responsibilities:

Infrastructure Design, Management & Support:

• Implement, and maintain hybrid infrastructure solutions (Azure + on‑prem) that meet performance, security, and compliance requirements.
• Maintain and secure Active Directory, Group Policy, DNS, DHCP, and Azure AD (Entra ID) synchronisation.
• Provide 2nd & 3rd Line support for IT Infrastructure & Systems.

Project Delivery & Continuous Improvement

• Take ownership of infrastructure projects from design through to successful delivery, ensuring clear documentation, stakeholder engagement, and post‑implementation review.
• Collaborate closely with IT leadership, software, and clinical application teams to support digital transformation and integration objectives.

Security, Compliance & Continuity

• Maintain alignment with Cyber Essentials Plus & GDPR.
• Contribute to security risk assessments, incident response, and audit readiness.

Automation & Monitoring

• Automate deployment and maintenance tasks using PowerShell, Azure Automation, or equivalent tools.
• Maintain infrastructure observability through tools.

Skills and Experience:

Essential:

• 10+ years in IT infrastructure roles, including 5+ years in a senior/lead capacity.
• Microsoft Azure, Windows Server, SQL Server, Active Directory, Group Policy, DNS, DHCP, LAN/WAN, firewalls, and VPNs.
• Experience with Microsoft 365, Intune, Endpoint Manager, and automation scripting (PowerShell).
• Proven track record managing secure, compliant IT environments.
• Ability to work independently, prioritise tasks, and deliver projects on time.

Desirable:

• Exposure to NHS or healthcare IT environments.
• Project management experience.
• Azure DevOps, Infrastructure‑as‑Code, Citrix, RDS/VDI, or SQL Always On experience.

Qualifications:

Essential:

• Degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or equivalent experience.

Desirable:

• Microsoft Certified: Azure Administrator Associate (AZ‑104) or Azure Solutions Architect Expert (AZ‑305) preferred.
• Other certifications (e.g. MCSE, CompTIA Network+, ITIL Foundation) are advantageous.

What we Offer:

• Competitive market salary
• Incremental holiday allowance starting at 35 days, increasing to 41 days with length of service (inclusive of bank holidays)
• Death in Service (3x basic salary)
• Refer a Friend incentive scheme
• Enhanced Family Leave/Pay
• Recognition schemes
• Continuing professional development

Why Join Us?

At AM Healthcare Group, we are dedicated to enhancing the lives of individuals who rely on mobility and accessibility solutions. As an international group of companies, we provide innovative products and services that make a real difference in people’s daily lives. We are proud to be an equal opportunities employer with a firm commitment to diversity and inclusion across all areas of our organisation. As a Disability Confident Employer, we actively welcome applications from individuals of all abilities. If you require any support or adjustments during the recruitment process, please do not hesitate to get in touch. We are also a proud signatory of the Armed Forces Covenant, and we encourage applications from veterans, reservists, and members of the wider armed forces community.

How to Apply:

If this sounds like the perfect role for you, we’d love to hear from you! Please submit your CV and a cover letter detailing your suitability for the position to [e-mail]. Alternatively, you can apply directly through our website – www.amhealthcaregroup.com/careers.

Eligibility to Work in the UK

Please note that applicants must have the right to work in the UK at the time of application. Unfortunately, we are unable to provide visa sponsorship for this role.