Infrastructure Engineer

Job Title: Infrastructure Engineer
Location: Knutsford (Radbroke)
Contract: Six Months
Work Model: Hybrid working

Job Description:

The Infrastructure Engineer is responsible for the design, implementation, and management of the organization's infrastructure systems. The role involves analyzing requirements, maintaining security, and supporting business transformation initiatives by employing modern digital and technology solutions. Candidates will work across multiple teams to ensure infrastructure aligns with business needs and technological innovation.

Key Responsibilities:

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• \nInfrastructure Engineering:\n
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  • Design, implement, and manage robust IT infrastructure systems.
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  • Ensure high availability, performance, and security of infrastructure services.
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• \nRequirements Analysis:\n
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  • Assess and analyze business and technical requirements.
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  • Collaborate with teams to translate business needs into technical specifications.
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• \nSecurity:\n
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  • Maintain and enhance the security of infrastructure systems.
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  • Ensure systems meet compliance standards and risk management practices.
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• \nSystem Data Modeling:\n
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  • Develop and maintain models for infrastructure data.
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  • Ensure data integrity and optimal performance.
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• \nStrategic Thinking & Innovation:\n
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  • Drive innovation through infrastructure improvements.
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  • Develop strategies to ensure infrastructure aligns with future business goals.
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• \nChange and Transformation:\n
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  • Lead infrastructure-related change and transformation initiatives.
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  • Support business process re-engineering (BPR) to optimize operational efficiencies.
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• \nDigital and Technology:\n
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  • Leverage cutting-edge technology to drive business innovation.
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  • Ensure digital infrastructure supports agile and scalable business operations.
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• \nScrum & Agile:\n
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  • Work within a Scrum framework to manage infrastructure projects.
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  • Collaborate with software development teams to integrate infrastructure with applications.
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• \nSystems Design:\n
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  • Develop end-to-end systems designs to meet business and security requirements.
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  • Ensure designs are scalable, secure, and cost-effective.
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• \nBusiness Acumen:\n
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  • Apply business understanding to infrastructure decisions.
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  • Collaborate with stakeholders to align technology with business objectives.
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• \nCost-Benefit Analysis (CBA):\n
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  • Conduct cost-benefit analyses to evaluate infrastructure investment decisions.
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  • Ensure cost efficiency and value in all projects.
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• \nIT Governance, Risk, and Controls:\n
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  • Ensure adherence to IT governance and compliance frameworks.
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  • Identify and mitigate infrastructure risks through effective controls.
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Skills & Competencies:

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• \nTechnical Expertise: Strong understanding of infrastructure systems, including cloud technologies, networking, security, and databases.
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• \nProblem-Solving: Ability to analyze complex technical problems and devise efficient solutions.
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• \nCollaboration: Work closely with multiple teams, including development, security, and business stakeholders.
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• \nCommunication: Ability to convey technical information to both technical and non-technical stakeholders.
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• \nLeadership: Lead infrastructure projects and guide teams in implementing solutions.
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Qualifications:

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• Experience in infrastructure engineering, systems design, and security management.
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• Familiarity with Agile/Scrum methodologies and cloud-based technologies.
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• Understanding of IT governance, risk management, and regulatory compliance.
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