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Senior Infrastructure Engineer - Microsoft 365

Job details
Posting date: 25 January 2025
Hours: Full time
Closing date: 23 February 2025
Location: Windsor, Berkshire, Sl4 5GD
Company: British Gas (Centrica)
Job type: Permanent
Job reference: R0068665_1737719211

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Summary

We are seeking a highly skilled Senior Infrastructure Engineer with expertise in Microsoft 365 tools and services to join Centrica's Infrastructure Engineering team. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in infrastructure automation, configuration management, and a strong focus on security. They will be proficient in managing Microsoft 365 tools such as Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, Teams, SharePoint Online, Exchange Online, Viva suite, Microsoft 365 Copilot, and Dynamics 365.

Location: Home-based with occasional travel to Windsor

Key Responsibilities:

  • Design, implement, and manage scalable, secure infrastructure solutions using Microsoft 365 tools and services.

  • Develop and maintain automation scripts using PowerShell.

  • Provide technical support and troubleshooting for Microsoft 365-related issues.

  • Monitor, maintain, and optimize Microsoft 365 infrastructure.

  • Implement and enforce security best practices and compliance standards.

  • Collaborate with development, operations, and security teams using Teams, SharePoint Online, and Exchange Online.

  • Create and maintain documentation for infrastructure configurations, processes, and procedures.

  • Generate reports and analytics to track performance and identify areas for improvement.

Technical Skills:

  • Proficiency in Microsoft 365 tools: Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, Teams, SharePoint Online, Exchange Online, Viva suite, Microsoft 365 Copilot, and Dynamics 365

  • Advanced scripting skills in PowerShell

  • Deep understanding of networking, security, and database management in Microsoft 365 environments

  • Familiarity with CI/CD pipelines and DevOps practices

Soft Skills:

  • Excellent problem-solving abilities

  • Strong communication skills

  • Team-oriented mindset

Nice to have skills:

  • Experience with automation tools like Ansible, Puppet, and PowerShell DSC

  • Knowledge of containerization and orchestration technologies such as Docker and Kubernetes

  • Proficiency in cloud platforms: Azure and AWS

  • Expertise in Microsoft Defender and Kusto Query Language (KQL)

Qualifications:

  • Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, IT, or related field

  • Minimum of 5 years of experience in IT infrastructure engineering, focusing on Microsoft 365 tools and services

  • Relevant certifications such as Microsoft Certified: Azure Solutions Architect, or similar are highly desirable

Why Join Us?:

  • Competitive salary and bonus potential

  • Company car allowance

  • Employee Energy Allowance at 15% of the government price cap

  • Pension scheme and healthcare plan

  • 25 days holiday plus public holidays, with the option to buy up to 5 additional days

  • Flexible benefits including technology vouchers, an electric car lease scheme, and travel insurance

Join us and help shape the future of our cloud infrastructure. Be a part of something truly innovative and make a real impact on the environment. Apply now and be a part of the Net Zero revolution!

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