Lead IT Infrastructure Engineer - Hybrid

Our client is seeking an experienced and dedicated Infra Tech Lead to join their team. This role offers a unique opportunity for a professional with a strong background in IT infrastructure and cloud services, coupled with exceptional leadership skills. The candidate will have the chance to design and deliver top-tier solutions, ensuring all projects adhere to necessary cyber security standards.

Lead IT Infrastructure Engineer

Salary: Up to £55000 + Car Allowance + Bonus

Location: Newton-Le-Willows (2-3 days a week on site)

Keywords: Technical Lead, IT Infrastructure, Cloud Services, Leadership, Cyber Security, Incident Management

Our client is seeking an experienced and dedicated Infrastructure Technical Lead to join their dynamic team. This role offers a unique opportunity for a seasoned professional with a strong background in IT infrastructure and cloud services, coupled with exceptional leadership skills. The successful candidate will have the chance to design and deliver top-tier solutions, ensuring all projects adhere to necessary cyber security standards. With a focus on effective team management and smooth incident management, this role is perfect for those who thrive in fast-paced environments. Additionally, the ability to provide accurate reporting on infrastructure delivery is essential, showcasing your organisational skills.

What you'll do:

As an Infrastructure Technical Lead, you will be at the forefront of technical delivery, strategy, and leadership within the IT Operations Teams. Your role will involve participating actively in the development and delivery of the IT Infrastructure, Microsoft cloud estate, supporting services and applications. You will ensure adherence to information security standards, corporate governance policies, and standards. Working closely with senior leadership, you will help develop and deliver IT strategies that align with company's goals and objectives. Managing a team of experienced Infrastructure Operations Engineers, you will provide excellent support in all aspects of IT infrastructure operations. Your responsibilities also include supporting the design of best-in-class IT infrastructure and cloud services solutions. Furthermore, you will be responsible for providing accurate reporting on the delivery of IT Infrastructure and services across a wide range of activities.

• Provide technical delivery, strategy and leadership across the IT Operations Teams
• Participate in the development and active delivery of the IT Infrastructure, Microsoft cloud estate, supporting services and applications
• Ensure information security, corporate governance, policies and standards are adhered to
• Work closely with senior leadership to develop and deliver IT strategies that align with company's goals and objectives
• Manage a team of experienced Infrastructure Operations Engineers to provide excellent support in all aspects of IT infrastructure Operations
• Support the design of best in breed IT infrastructure and cloud services and solutions
• Responsible for providing accurate reporting on the delivery of IT Infrastructure, and services across the full range of activity

What you bring:

The ideal candidate for this Infrastructure Technical Lead position brings a wealth of experience in both technical expertise and leadership. With a strong background in IT infrastructure and cloud services, you have proven your ability to design and deliver top-tier solutions. Your understanding of cyber security standards ensures that all projects adhere to necessary regulations. Your leadership skills shine through your ability to manage teams effectively, while your experience in incident management ensures smooth operations. Your ability to provide accurate reporting on infrastructure delivery is a testament to your organisational skills.

• Proven skills in Networking, VMware, MPLS, Storage and backup solutions
• Experience with Azure, data factory, power apps
• Strong knowledge of IT Security
• Ability to manage teams effectively
• Experience in incident management within an IT operations context
• Strong technical background in IT infrastructure and cloud services

What sets this company apart:

Our client is a leading organisation with a strong commitment to excellence and innovation. They offer an inclusive and supportive work environment where every team member is valued for their unique contributions. Their focus on continuous learning and development ensures that their employees are always at the forefront of industry advancements. This is an exciting opportunity to join a dynamic team and make a significant impact.

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