Senior Infrastructure Engineer – Essex Based Council
Temporary, Part-Time
3 days per week
2-3 Months Contract Initially
£500 Umbrella daily rate
Immediate Start
Closing Date: Monday 8th December 2025
Interviews: Thursday 11th December 2025
Due to the nature of this role, the successful candidate will be required to be on-site 2 days per week.
Key Accountabilities:
* Technical support and maintenance for enterprise level server infrastructure including Windows Server, Active Directory, DNS, DHCP.
* Manage, troubleshoot and optimise network architecture, including LAN/WAN, WIFI, firewalls, VPNs, and routing for secure connectivity.
* Technical support and knowledge of Backup solutions and Disaster Recovery
* Monitor system performance and capacity, proactively identifying and resolving issues
* Ensure robust cybersecurity measures, including vulnerability management, patching, and compliance
* Technical lead for infrastructure projects, migrations, and upgrades
* Administer and manage Microsoft 365/Office 365 environments, including Exchange Online, SharePoint, Teams, Co-Pilot, Intune, and security/compliance configurations.
* Maintain documentation and enforcement of IT policies
* Local government experience
* Provide technical mentorship and guidance to junior engineers and support teams