Infrastructure & Security Engineer - Retail Sector
London (Hybrid)
30% BAU / 70% Project Work
Permanent | Immediate Interviews Available
We're partnering with a London-based retail brand currently undergoing infrastructure transformation. This is a fantastic opportunity for an experienced Infrastructure & Security Engineer to join a fast-moving organisation investing heavily in technology and digital maturity.
You'll play a key role in both business-as-usual operations (30%) and a wide range of modernisation and transformation projects (70%), helping to reshape the future of the company's IT infrastructure.
This opportunity is perfect for an experienced Infrastructure or Network Engineer who enjoys being hands-on with both legacy systems and modern cloud-first environments. If you're looking to work on meaningful projects within a dynamic retail business, this could be the next step in your career.
Key Responsibilities
* Work as a hands-on infrastructure and security engineer, delivering technical improvements and helping to secure enterprise systems.
* Support and maintain a range of technologies including VMware, Windows Server, Azure, Microsoft 365, and SQL Server.
* Help manage and enhance the company's Cisco Meraki network infrastructure across head office and retail sites.
* Contribute to vulnerability management, compliance (PCIDSS), and alignment with NIST / ISO27001 standards.
* Assist in the deployment of secure, scalable device imaging using Intune & Autopilot for POS, hospitality, and corporate users.
* Configure and manage SIEM, endpoint protection, IAM, MFA, and RBAC to strengthen infrastructure security.
* Create and maintain infrastructure documentation, diagrams, and operational runbooks.
* Support disaster recovery processes and participate in testing and readiness planning.
Collaboration & Communication
* Work closely with internal IT teams and third-party vendors to deliver secure, high-performing infrastructure solutions.
* Share expertise and promote best practices in infrastructure, networking, and security across the organisation.
* Contribute to a security-first culture, providing guidance and support across teams.
Key Experience & Skills
We're looking for candidates with strong experience in:
* Microsoft Infrastructure: Windows Server, Azure, Microsoft 365, Entra ID, Active Directory, Group Policy
* Networking: Cisco networking (LAN/WAN/Wi-Fi, TCP/IP, Firewalls, Switching/Routing)
* Virtualisation: VMware vSphere, ESXi, vCenter
* Scripting: PowerShell
* Security & Compliance: Microsoft Defender, Sentinel, IAM, PCIDSS, MFA, RBAC
* Hardware: Dell server/storage platforms
* Monitoring & DR: Familiarity with SolarWinds, PRTG, Zabbix, backup tools, and DR best practices
If this role is of interest please share your CV and we will be in touch