Wythenshawe, Manchester £55,273.25 Are you an experienced IT professional with a passion for infrastructure, cloud solutions, and cyber security? Do you want to play a leading role in shaping and securing the IT services of a community-focused organisation? Were looking for a talented IT Infrastructure Leadto join our team at Wythenshawe Community Housing Group (WCHG).
About the Role As WCHG's IT Infrastructure Lead, youll take the reins on managing and enhancing our IT infrastructure across cloud, on-premise, networking, and security. Working closely with our IT Manager, youll help deliver our IT Strategy, ensuring systems are secure, resilient, and fit for the future. This is a hands-on leadership role where youll mentor colleagues, act as the product expert for Azure/M365 and on-premise systems, and lead on cyber security controls. Youll also play a key role in disaster recovery, risk management, and ensuring compliance with IT best practice. And its an exciting time to join us as youll be central in our next steps into moving our infrastructure to cloud.
Please note this role is advertised on a hybrid basis and will require a minimum of 3 days a week on site. A UK Driver's license and access to your own vehicle is also essential.
Key Responsibilities Lead the development, security, and resilience of WCHGs ICT infrastructure
Act as product expert for Azure/M365 and on-premise solutions
Own and manage ICT cyber security processes, including incident response
Mentor and supervise the ICT Infrastructure Engineer and wider technology team
Lead on data backup, replication, and disaster recovery testing
Provide final line (4th line) technical support for escalated issues
Scope, plan, and deliver ICT infrastructure projects
Evaluate new technologies and recommend strategic solutions
Ensure compliance with ICT policies, accreditations, and risk management processes
What Were Looking For Strong knowledge of ICT infrastructure (networking, virtualisation, messaging, storage, cloud, and security)
Hands-on experience with Microsoft Azure/M365, including design, deployment, and maintenance
Experience in high availability, multi-site environments
Strong project planning and delivery skills
Knowledge of disaster recovery, WAN/LAN design, and directory integrations
Line management or mentoring experience
Excellent communication skills able to translate complex issues into user-friendly language
Relevant certifications (e.g. Microsoft Azure/365, VMware, Citrix, CCNP, ITIL) or equivalent experience
If youre ready to take the lead on IT infrastructure and want to be part of a forward-thinking organisation, wed love to hear from you.
Closing Date: 28/09/2025 Please note this advert may be closed prior to this date without notice dependant on applications received, sodon't wait to apply!
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