IT Infrastructure Lead

We are looking for a IT Infrastructure Lead to take ownership of enterprise IT operations across on-premises and cloud environments. This hands-on role will lead infrastructure administration, networking, cybersecurity, virtualization, Microsoft Azure, Microsoft 365, backup & disaster recovery, and multi-site IT operations.

Key Responsibilities:

Lead administration of Microsoft Azure, hybrid cloud environments, and cloud migration initiatives

Manage Windows Server infrastructure, Active Directory, DNS, DHCP, Group Policy, and file services

Administer and optimize VMware vSphere and Hyper-V virtualized environments

Design, implement, and support enterprise LAN, WAN, Wi-Fi, VLANs, routing, and multi-site connectivity

Manage network security solutions including FortiGate, Palo Alto Firewalls, VPNs, NAC, and Azure security controls

Oversee Microsoft 365, Exchange Online, Teams, SharePoint, OneDrive, Intune, and endpoint management

Lead backup and disaster recovery operations, restore testing, and business continuity planning

Support Oracle on-premises infrastructure and Oracle OCI environments

Drive infrastructure monitoring, capacity planning, patch management, and system performance optimization

Implement cybersecurity best practices, security hardening, EDR solutions, and compliance initiatives

Manage infrastructure projects, vendor relationships, and third-party service providers

Maintain technical documentation, SOPs, network diagrams, and asset inventories

Provide senior-level troubleshooting and act as the key escalation point for infrastructure-related issues

Mentor junior engineers and contribute to the development of IT operational standards and best practices

Requirements:

Bachelor's Degree in IT or a related field

7-10 years of hands-on experience in IT Infrastructure, Cloud, Networking, and Security

Strong expertise in Azure, Windows Server, VMware/Hyper-V, and Microsoft 365

Experience supporting complex multi-site enterprise environments

Certifications such as AZ-104, CCNA, Fortinet NSE, Aruba, Palo Alto, ITIL, or Commvault are highly desirable

If you're interested in exploring this opportunity, or know someone suitable, please send your CV to [Confidential Information] or connect with me directly.