Senior IT Infrastructure and Network Engineer

IT Infrastructure and Network Engineer This person is responsible for the design, implementation, and support of enterprise IT infrastructure with a strong focus on cloud and network technologies. This role requires deep technical expertise in Microsoft Azure, Cisco Meraki, and Microsoft 365, and plays a key part in ensuring the stability, scalability, and security of the organisations IT environment. Key Responsibilities: Infrastructure Design & Implementation: Architect and deploy scalable infrastructure solutions across cloud and on-prem environments, with a focus on Microsoft Azure and Cisco Meraki technologies. Cloud Services Management (Azure): Manage Azure resources including virtual machines, networking, storage, identity, and security. Optimise performance and cost-efficiency of cloud services. Network Administration (Cisco Meraki): Configure and maintain Cisco Meraki networks including firewalls, switches, wireless access points, and SD-WAN. Monitor network performance and troubleshoot connectivity issues. Microsoft 365 Administration: Oversee the administration of Microsoft 365 services including Exchange Online, SharePoint, Teams, and Intune. Ensure compliance, security, and user productivity. Security & Compliance: Implement and maintain security best practices across infrastructure platforms. Support audits and ensure compliance with relevant standards and policies. Incident & Problem Management: Act as a senior escalation point for complex infrastructure issues. Lead root cause analysis and implement long-term solutions. Documentation & Knowledge Sharing: Maintain detailed documentation of systems, configurations, and procedures. Mentoring & Training: Mentor and train IT staff, fostering technical growth and ensuring knowledge transfer across the team. Actively support professional development and create a culture of continuous learning. Key Skills & Experience: 5+ years of experience in IT infrastructure engineering or a similar role. Expert-level knowledge of Microsoft Azure (certifications such as AZ-104, AZ-305 are a plus). Hands-on experience with Cisco Meraki networking solutions. Strong proficiency in Microsoft 365 administration and security. Solid understanding of networking, firewalls, DNS, DHCP, and VPNs. Experience with infrastructure-as-code tools (e.g., ARM templates, Terraform, PowerShell). Excellent troubleshooting and analytical skills. Strong communication and documentation abilities. Desirable Attributes: Proactive and self-motivated with a continuous improvement mindset. Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment. Strong team player with leadership capabilities and experience. Experience in hybrid cloud environments and enterprise-scale deployments. Chris Byrne (Additional information is available on successful application) If you are interested in applying for this role, please do so via the relevant link. If you would like to discuss this role in confidence, please apply or contact Chris(dot)Byrne(at)eirevo(dot)ie. Ref: EET7650 Candidates must be eligible to work full time and long term in the location specified or currently hold a valid appropriate long term work Visa to apply. eir evo talent, eir evo and our clients are equal opportunity employers who seeks to recruit and appoint the best available person for a job regardless of marital / civil partnership status, sex (including pregnancy), age, religion, belief, race, nationality and ethnic or national origin, colour, sexual orientation or disability. eir evo talent, eir evo and our clients apply all relevant Data Protection laws when processing your Personal Data. If you choose to apply to this opportunity and share your CV or other personal information with eir evo talent, eir evo and our clients, these details will be held by us in accordance with our privacy policy used by our recruitment team to contact you regarding this or other relevant opportunities at eir evo talent and eir evo Skills: Azure Meraki Microsoft 365