Job Description
Contract IT Infrastructure Engineer
Duration: 3-6 months
Location: Poole, Dorset. 5 days per week in the office
IR35 status: Inside IR35
A growing client is looking for an experienced contract IT Infrastructure Engineer to join their busy IT team on an interim basis. This is a hands-on role suited to someone who thrives in fast-paced environments and enjoys taking ownership of infrastructure, security, and operational support across both on-prem and cloud technologies.
The contract IT Infrastructure Engineer will play a key role in maintaining and improving the organisation's infrastructure estate, supporting critical systems, and ensuring a secure, stable, and high-performing IT environment.
Key Responsibilities
* Provide 2nd/3rd line infrastructure support across servers, networking, cloud, and end-user environments
* Manage and resolve incidents through the ITSM platform, ensuring excellent service delivery
* Maintain and support Windows Server environments, virtual infrastructure, and Microsoft 365 technologies
* Configure, troubleshoot, and support networking technologies including firewalls, VPNs, VLANs, WAN/LAN, and switching
* Manage Azure, Intune, Autopilot, Hybrid AD, and Azure Virtual Desktop environments
* Oversee patch management, backups, disaster recovery, and system monitoring
* Support cybersecurity initiatives including vulnerability remediation, access control, and security compliance
* Assist with maintaining ISO27001 and Cyber Essentials Plus accreditations
* Produce and maintain technical documentation, policies, and procedures
* Work closely with third-party suppliers and support partners
Key Skills
You must have strong hands-on experience across a broad infrastructure environment including:
* Windows Server 2019/2022
* Microsoft Azure & Microsoft 365 Administration
* Azure Entra Hybrid AD
* Intune, Autopilot & MDM
* VMware/vSphere
* Cisco networking technologies including firewalls, VPNs, routing & VLANs
* Active Directory & Group Policy
* PowerShell scripting
* Backup & Disaster Recovery solutions
* Microsoft Defender & Sentinel
* Cyber security standards including ISO27001 & Cyber Essentials Plus
* SharePoint Online
* Patch management & vulnerability remediation
* SAN/NAS storage technologies
* SSL certificates & SSO provisioning
This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced contract Infrastructure Engineer looking for an immediate contract role within a forward-thinking organisation.
Spectrum IT Recruitment (South) Limited is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy.