IT Security & Infrastructure Engineer

Overview

Octric Semiconductor is a new name in the compound semiconductor foundry space. Its devices are used in mission‑critical defence and commercial applications.

For over 25 years, we have delivered more than 1.5 billion devices shipped from our site to date.

Octric has ambitious plans to grow the company and expand with new products and applications, supported by a 10‑year investment plan. Following significant investment from the UK Ministry of Defence, we now have a bright new path ahead. As part of an emerging semiconductor cluster in the northeast, we are focused on developing advanced technology for the next generation of semiconductors.

We are looking to fill a number of exciting roles across device design, innovation, manufacturing, and reliability.

Located in Newton Aycliffe, UK, we occupy a 10,000 m² purpose‑built Class 100 manufacturing facility fully equipped to produce state‑of‑the‑art compound semiconductor products.

Octric is committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace. We welcome applications from candidates of all backgrounds. Our company values different perspectives and experiences, and we re dedicated to creating an environment where all employees can thrive. We have family‑friendly employee policies, a culture that respects work‑life balance, and a competitive benefits package. We are committed to personal and professional progression and development.

Be part of our journey and join our team driving innovation in a cutting‑edge industry.

The IT Security & Infrastructure Engineer is responsible for maintaining, improving and securing Octric’s core IT infrastructure while supporting the organisation’s cyber security and compliance requirements.

This is a practical, hands-on role focused on the day-to-day management of infrastructure, security controls, and operational IT support across the business. The role combines infrastructure ownership with cyber security responsibilities, including vulnerability remediation, secure configuration management and supporting the ongoing maintenance and yearly recertification of Octric’s Cyber Essentials (CE) and Cyber Essentials Plus(CE+) certifications.

The role will also support infrastructure improvements, project delivery and operational IT activities to ensure systems remain secure, resilient and fit for purpose while delivering apositive user experience across the business.

Infrastructure Management

• Cloud and on-prem infrastructure
• Networking and connectivity services
• Storage, backup and recovery solutions
• Identity and access management platforms
• Ensure systems remain secure, resilient, patched and performing as expected.
• Monitor infrastructure health, performance and capacity, proactively identifying risks and improvement opportunities.
• Lead or support infrastructure upgrades, migrations and improvement initiatives.
• Act as a 2nd line escalation point for technicalincidents, problems, and service requests where require
• Maintain accurate technical documentation, diagrams, and operational procedures

Security & Cyber Responsibilities

• Support and maintain Octric’s cyber security controls and best practices across infrastructure and end point environments.
• Coordinate and support the yearly Cyber Essentials(CE) and Cyber Essentials Plus (CE+) certification and recertification activities.
• Assist with vulnerability management activities, including remediation and patching.
• Support secure configuration, system hardening and access management processes.
• Work with internal teams and external partners to reduce infrastructure and cyber security risk.
• Support compliance activities, audits, and security reviews where required.
• Assist in promoting cybersecurity awareness and good security practices across the business.
• Provide 1st and 2nd line support for incidents and service requests when needed
• Cover service desk duties during periods of holidays, sickness or absence with the IT team
• Support Users across devices, Applications, access and connectivity issues
• Manage onboarding and offboarding activities
• Ensure tickets are logged, updated and resolved inline with agreed service levels (SLAs)
• Maintain a friendly, professional and…