Job Description

Infrastructure Engineer (DLR Project)

Location: East London (On-site, minimum 4 days per week)

Contract Type: Full-time / Contract 6 months

Start Date: ASAP

Rate - £400 - £457/day

Job Overview:

We are seeking a highly skilled Infrastructure Engineer to support the DLR project delivery. The ideal candidate should have extensive real-world experience in delivering new on-premises data centers and be able to lead the project effectively. Prior experience with Transport for London (TfL) or DLR projects is highly desirable.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead the delivery of a new on-premises Data Centre.
• Work closely with stakeholders to ensure project milestones are met.
• Build and configure Microsoft Server infrastructure, including:
• Active Directory
• Network Policy Server
• FTP Server
• Windows Update Server
• Group Policy configuration for server lockdown
• Implementation of CIS Benchmarks
• Setting up logging to interface with SIEM
• Deploy and configure Dell Servers, including Stormagic vSAN.
• Build VMware Esxi and vCenter Server from scratch to create a High Availability Solution.
• Deliver a VEEAM backup solution.
• Administer and secure Red Hat Linux servers, including:
• Backup policy creation
• Lockdown to CIS benchmarks
• Setting up logging to interface with SIEM
• Set up and configure Syslog NG Server.
• Support the configuration of Solarwinds NMS Server, including SQL setup and tuning.
• Assist with the setup of SIEM logging and playbooks.
• Work with the network team to configure Cisco DUO.

Essential Skills & Experience:

• Proven track record of delivering new on-premises data centers.
• Ability to lead infrastructure projects.
• Experience working on TfL or DLR projects (highly desirable).
• Strong knowledge of Microsoft Server technologies and VMware.
• Experience with Red Hat Linux administration and security hardening.
• Familiarity with logging solutions and SIEM integration.
• Knowledge of Solarwinds NMS Server and SQL tuning.
• Ability to work in East London with minimal additional costs.

Preferred Qualifications & Certifications:

• Microsoft Certified: Azure Solutions Architect / Windows Server
• VMware Certified Professional (VCP)
• Red Hat Certified Engineer (RHCE)
• CISSP / Security+ (or equivalent security certification)
• Cisco Certified Network Associate (CCNA) (desirable for network support)