Infrastructure Engineer; Azure). LilyLifestyle

Infrastructure Engineer (Azure)

A well-established organisation is seeking an experienced Infrastructure Engineer to join its technology team, supporting and developing a modern Microsoft cloud and hybrid environment. The IT function delivers secure, resilient and high‑performing services that underpin core operational and user‑facing systems. This is a hands‑on technical role with a strong focus on Azure, Microsoft 365 and identity platforms.

In this role, you will be responsible for the design, implementation and ongoing support of Microsoft Azure infrastructure and related cloud services.

• Design, implement and support Microsoft Azure infrastructure and related cloud services.
• Develop cloud and hybrid architecture to ensure secure, available, and scalable systems.
• Administer and optimise Microsoft 365 services including Exchange Online, SharePoint, Teams and Entra .
• Manage modern endpoint management through Microsoft Intune:
  Autopilot, compliance policies and device configuration.
• Support hybrid identity across Active Directory and Entra , applying Conditional Access and Zero Trust principles.
• Play an active role in cloud migration and service modernisation initiatives.
• Focus on security: patching, vulnerability remediation, Microsoft Defender tooling and investigation and resolution of cloud and identity‑related security incidents.
• Contribute to backup, disaster recovery and business continuity planning.
• Monitor platform performance and resilience; manage certificates and domains; work closely with third‑party suppliers.
• Produce clear technical documentation, contribute to infrastructure standards and policies.
• Provide senior‑level support for complex infrastructure issues.

• Strong hands‑on experience designing and supporting Microsoft Azure infrastructure (IaaS, networking, security, monitoring).
• Excellent knowledge of identity and access management using Active Directory and Entra ; experience administering Microsoft 365 and managing modern endpoints through Intune.
• Solid understanding of security best practice, particularly around Conditional Access, Zero Trust and Microsoft Defender.
• Experience operating in hybrid environments; good working knowledge of backup, recovery and disaster recovery processes.
• Core networking concepts such as DNS, DHCP, firewalls and secure connectivity.
• Power Shell or automation skills; experience supporting high‑availability and performance optimisation in cloud platforms.
• Strong communication skills and experience operating at second or third line support level within an enterprise environment.
• Microsoft certifications such as AZ‑104 or AZ‑500 beneficial; exposure to cloud migration programmes, infrastructure modernisation and working with security or compliance frameworks such as Cyber Essentials.

• Starting salary of £50,000 (subject to adjustment for the right candidate).
• Annual leave: 28 days plus bank holidays (including 3 days over the Christmas period).
• 11% employer pension contribution and 4.9% employee contribution.
• Employee Assistance Programme.
• Enhanced maternity and paternity scheme.
• Cycle‑to‑work scheme.
• Subsidised lunches.
• Free or heavily discounted access to company sports and leisure facilities.
• Discounts at local retailers and businesses.

This role offers the opportunity to work in a collaborative environment with a strong focus on modern technology, security and continuous improvement, providing genuine scope to develop your cloud and infrastructure expertise.