Exeter, United Kingdom

Infrastructure engineer

 Job Description:

SC Cleared Infrastructure Engineer

Exeter - 1day per week

£600pd

6 Month Contract



Overview: We are seeking a skilled SC Cleared Infrastructure Engineer to join our client's dynamic IT team. This role involves managing and optimizing  IT infrastructure to ensure reliability, performance, and security. Key Responsibilities:

  • Design, implement, and maintain scalable infrastructure solutions.
  • Monitor system performance and troubleshoot issues to ensure uptime and efficiency.
  • Collaborate with cross-functional teams to understand infrastructure needs and deliver appropriate solutions.
  • Automate processes and deployments to improve efficiency and reduce manual intervention.
  • Ensure compliance with security standards and best practices.
  • Conduct regular system audits and performance evaluations.
  • Document infrastructure configurations, processes, and procedures.

Requirements:

  • Proven experience in infrastructure engineering or a related field.
  • Strong knowledge of cloud platforms (e.g., AWS, Azure) and on-premises infrastructure.
  • Proficiency in scripting and automation tools (e.g., Bash, Python, Ansible).
  • Familiarity with networking concepts, firewalls, and VPNs.
  • Excellent problem-solving skills and attention to detail.
  • Ability to work independently and as part of a team.

Desirable Qualifications:

  • Relevant certifications (e.g., AWS Certified Solutions Architect, CCNA).
  • Experience with containerization technologies (e.g., Docker, Kubernetes).
  • Storage Systems from vendors such as Dell EMC, IBM, DDN, NetApp
    Underpinning virtualisation via VMware
    Centralised Backup and Restore Service for the company (now a hybrid solution hosted on on-premise storage and AWS
    Mainframes hosting a variety of critical Linux and z/OS based services
    Data archiving
    


The role will includes managing these on-premise based services and increasingly, over time, cloud-based solutions.

If you are passionate about infrastructure engineering and eager to make a significant impact, we would love to hear from you!

  Required Skills:

Infrastructure