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# Senior Infrastructure Engineer

- **Company:** Employee Zero
- **Location:** Leicester, UK (Remote available)
- **Experience:** Expert
- **Salary:** £50,400.0 - £55,200.0
- **Contract:** Permanent contract
- **Skills:** Microsoft Windows, Artificial Intelligence, Amazon Web Services, Android Software Development, Microsoft Azure, Ubuntu (Operating System), Chrome OS, Software as a Service, Cloud Computing, Cyber Security, Linux, DevOps, Disaster Recovery, Multi-Factor Authentication, Virtual Private Networks (VPN), Network Security, Linux Servers, Microsoft Office, Windows Servers, Platform as a Service (PAAS), OpenAI, Microsoft Copilot, Zero Trust Network Access, Wide Area Networks, AI Infrastructure, Wi-Fi Technology, Information Security Management System, Okta, Office365, Firewalls (Computer Science), Cloudformation, SC Clearance, AI Platforms, Amazon Bedrock, Bicep, Casper Suite, Fortinet, Gsuite, Cloud Migration, Claude, CIS Benchmarks, Google Gemini, Terraform, Cisco
- **Published:** October 5, 2026
- **Apply:** https://www.adzuna.co.uk/jobs/details/5911416266

## About the Role

* Demonstrable senior-level, customer-facing infrastructure engineering experience, ideally within a managed service provider.
 * Advanced hands-on knowledge of Azure, AWS, Microsoft 365, Google Workspace, networking and network security, Windows Server, and Linux.
 * Advanced knowledge of identity providers, SaaS, PaaS, MDM, ZTNA, and VPN.
 * Practical experience deploying AI services and understanding of related governance, data protection, and security risks.
 * Microsoft Azure or AWS certification at Associate level or higher, or equivalent demonstrable experience.
 * Cisco CCNA or equivalent networking certification, such as Fortinet FCP, or equivalent demonstrable experience.
 * Advanced cyber security experience, skills, and training.
 * Clear communication with technical and non-technical people.
 * Full UK driving licence and access to a vehicle insured for business use.
 * Valid passport or ability to obtain one for possible international client travel.
 * Right to work in the UK; we are unable to offer visa sponsorship.
 * Ability to commute to or relocate before starting work at our Leicester LE4 location.
 * IT support experience: 10 years (required).
 * Azure experience: 5 years (required).
 * AWS experience: 5 years (required).
 * AI governance experience: 2 years (required).
 * Advanced networking experience: 5 years (required).
 * Desirable: current UK security clearance, such as SC or DV.
 * Desirable: experience supporting Apple-dominant environments and Jamf, Apple, Okta, or JumpCloud certifications.
 * Desirable: expert-level Azure or AWS certifications.
 * Desirable: an AI governance qualification, such as ISO/IEC 42001 Lead Implementer or IAPP AIGP.
 * Desirable: experience working within an ISO/IEC 27001 information security management system.
 * Desirable: infrastructure-as-code experience, such as Bicep, Terraform, or CloudFormation.
 * We look for customer focus, sound decision-making, integrity, the ability to learn quickly, careful planning, and rigorous problem solving.
 * The role is conditional on satisfactory pre-employment checks, including a right-to-work check and a basic DBS criminal record check.

## Description

* Administer Azure and AWS environments and lead cloud migration and build projects.
 * Design secure, resilient cloud architectures, security baselines, monitoring, backup, and disaster recovery.
 * Design, deploy, and manage full-stack on-site networks, including firewalls and security appliances, switching, Wi-Fi, VPN, and SD-WAN, using platforms such as Cisco Meraki and Fortinet FortiGate.
 * Build and support Windows Server and Linux servers on premises and in the cloud.
 * Deploy and manage AI services, including Microsoft 365 Copilot, Gemini for Google Workspace, Azure OpenAI, Anthropics Claude, and Amazon Bedrock, and help clients govern them safely.
 * Administer Microsoft 365 and Google Workspace to an advanced level, including migrations and security hardening.
 * Design and manage identity providers, SSO, MFA, MDM, ZTNA, and VPN across Apple, Windows, ChromeOS, and Android devices.
 * Support security incident response, write clear documentation, and coach other engineers.
 * Take third-line escalations and serve as our senior technical authority for cloud, network, identity, and AI infrastructure.
 * Help our Technical Account Managers design solutions during pre-sales and lead projects from scoping through handover.
 * Work regularly at client premises across the UK and, when needed, travel internationally to support clients.

Technologies:

 * AI
 * AWS
 * Android
 * Azure
 * Cloud
 * Copilot
 * Cisco
 * FortiGate
 * Support
 * Linux
 * Microsoft 365
 * Network
 * PaaS
 * Security
 * Terraform
 * Ubuntu
 * VPN
 * Windows
 * Office 365
 * DevOps