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Seeking a skilled and proactive IT Infrastructure Manager to join a dynamic team. The ideal candidate will have strong expertise in Microsoft Windows Server, networks, and managing external Managed Service Providers (MSPs).
Client Details
The client is an industrial manufacturer
Description
Key Responsibilities
Infrastructure & Server Management:
- Administer and maintain Windows Server environments, focusing on security, availability, performance, and proactive troubleshooting.
- Oversee backup, disaster recovery, and authentication programs, ensuring compliance with Cyber Essentials and cybersecurity frameworks.
- Manage local hardware replacement programs and ensure all systems are optimized for scalability and reliability.
Cybersecurity & Networking:
- Lead the implementation and optimization of network security solutions, including FortiGate firewalls, VPNs, and intrusion detection systems.
- Collaborate with MSPs for the installation, configuration, and management of Fortinet network appliances.
- Drive network/server upgrades, patches, and migrations while minimizing service disruption and downtime.
Managed Service Provider (MSP) & Vendor Management:
- Manage relationships with external MSPs, ensuring that SLAs, service quality, and performance standards are consistently met.
- Coordinate with third-party vendors to procure and manage equipment, software, and IT services.
- Lead negotiations and manage IT contracts, ensuring alignment with organizational needs and objectives.
Documentation, Reporting & Risk Management:
- Provide comprehensive reports on infrastructure performance, security posture, and vendor performance.
- Develop and execute risk management strategies and mitigation plans to ensure operational continuity and security compliance.
Business Continuity & M&A Integration:
- Ensure business continuity through robust infrastructure planning and execution.
- Lead the technical integration of newly acquired businesses, aligning IT systems with organizational infrastructure standards for smooth mergers and acquisitions.
Profile
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
- Extensive experience managing Microsoft Windows Server environments (2016, 2019, or later), focusing on performance, security, and configuration.
- Expertise in network security, including firewalls, VPNs, and intrusion prevention systems.
- Proven experience managing and collaborating with MSPs for service delivery and issue resolution.
- Skilled in architecting, implementing, and maintaining high-availability network and server infrastructures.
- Strong knowledge of network protocols, IP addressing, routing, and secure network configurations.
- Hands-on experience with virtualization technologies (Hyper-V, VMware).
- Familiarity with cloud platforms (Azure, AWS) and integration.
- Strong troubleshooting skills for hardware, software, and network issues.
- Excellent communication and collaboration with internal teams, vendors, and MSPs.
Nice to Haves:
- Experience in the manufacturing industry, including knowledge of operational technology and industry-specific IT infrastructure.
- Familiarity with data warehousing, business intelligence, and analytics tools for data-driven decision-making.
Education and Experience
- Proven experience in businesses with physical production and machinery, integrating IT infrastructure with operational technology for efficiency.
- Successful track record managing outsourced IT service providers and strategic partners to align resources with business goals.
Job Offer
This role is offering up to £70,000 per annum and requires 3 days on site in Newbury
