Infrastructure Engineer – On-Prem & Cloud (Azure) Location: Milton Keynes (on-site role) A leading national technology and distribution group is seeking a proactive Infrastructure Engineer to support and enhance secure, high-availability systems across both on-premise and cloud environments. This is a hands-on role, based primarily from the Milton Keynes office, with occasional travel to a satellite site in Birmingham. This is an excellent opportunity for a skilled engineer with strong Microsoft, Azure, and virtualisation experience to join a dynamic team working on hybrid infrastructure and contributing to enterprise-wide security and resilience. About the Role You’ll be responsible for designing, managing, and maintaining IT infrastructure, with a focus on operational performance, cybersecurity, and service continuity. You will work closely with internal stakeholders to ensure systems are secure, scalable, and aligned with business needs. Key Responsibilities * Design and support hybrid infrastructure across on-premise and Azure cloud environments * Monitor and manage servers, SAN/NAS storage, switches, firewalls, and WAPs * Implement upgrades, support backup and recovery, and ensure high system uptime * Respond to incidents, support disaster recovery plans, and reduce technical risk * Collaborate within an Agile delivery environment (sprint planning, retrospectives) * Maintain up-to-date documentation and promote knowledge sharing What We’re Looking For * Strong technical grounding in Microsoft infrastructure, Azure, and virtualisation (Hyper-V or VMware) * Good understanding of networking protocols (DNS, DHCP, TCP/IP, VLANs) * Familiarity with cybersecurity principles, endpoint protection, and firewall tools * Ability to troubleshoot complex issues independently and work cross-functionally * Excellent documentation and stakeholder engagement skills * Comfortable with office-based work in Milton Keynes, with occasional travel Desirable Experience * Exposure to Palo Alto firewalls and LogicMonitor (or equivalent monitoring tools) * Hands-on experience with SAN/NAS provisioning, tuning, and backup strategies * Working knowledge of Agile methodologies in an IT/infrastructure context Why Join? * 5% performance bonus * 25–30 days holiday with flexible options and long service awards * Generous pension contribution and life assurance * Health & wellbeing benefits including cashback schemes and gym discounts * Structured learning support and development via LinkedIn Learning * Purpose-driven team environment with scope for impact and growth