Sanderson Design Group plc.
Senior IT Engineer
Loughborough
Posted about 19 hours ago
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Senior IT Engineer
We are seeking an experienced and proactive Senior IT Engineer to join our IT team. Reporting to our IT Operations Manager you will take ownership of our cloud and on-premise infrastructure, lead security operations, and provide technical leadership to junior colleagues. You will play a key part in shaping the reliability, security, and continuous improvement of our technology environment.
Please note: this role will require travel across multiple sites primarily between Loughborough and Milton Keynes with an expectation of 3 days per week on site.
Key Responsibilities
Security & Compliance
- Monitor, investigate, and respond to security incidents and alerts across Microsoft Defender, Mimecast, and Darktrace.
- Maintain and demonstrate compliance with Cyber Security Essentials.
- Implement and enforce security best practices across all platforms and services.
- Periodically review and assess system vulnerabilities; produce and track remediation plans.
Microsoft 365 & Azure Administration
- Oversee day-to-day operations and administration of the Microsoft 365 and Azure tenant, including Exchange Online, SharePoint, Teams, and OneDrive.
- Manage Azure services including Entra ID (identity, SSO, Conditional Access), Defender for Cloud, Microsoft Purview, and related security tooling.
- Maintain and optimise Intune MDM/MAM policies, app deployments, compliance policies, and device configuration profiles across Windows, macOS and iOS.
Infrastructure & Networking
- Manage and maintain network infrastructure including switches, routers, and firewalls, with particular focus on Meraki MX/MS/MR platforms.
- Administer on-premise and hybrid server infrastructure, ensuring availability, performance, and security.
- Oversee cloud backup strategies using Druva or equivalent solutions for Microsoft 365 and on-premise devices.
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Projects & Technology Evaluation
- Plan, coordinate, and execute software and hardware migrations, upgrades, and refresh cycles.
- Evaluate new technologies and provide well-reasoned recommendations for integration into the existing environment.
- Stay current with the latest technological trends, Microsoft product roadmap, and emerging security threats.
Leadership & Collaboration
- Provide guidance, mentorship, and day-to-day technical support to IT Engineers.
- Diagnose and resolve complex technical issues, acting as an escalation point for the wider IT team.
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams across the wider IT department and business stakeholders.
- Create and maintain detailed, accurate technical documentation covering systems, processes, and procedures.
Technical Skills & Knowledge
The successful candidate will demonstrate strong working knowledge across the following:
Microsoft Cloud & Security
- Microsoft 365 services: Exchange Online, SharePoint, Teams, OneDrive, Intune
- Azure: Entra ID, Azure AD Connect, Conditional Access, Azure Monitor
- Microsoft Defender suite (Endpoint, Identity, Office 365, Cloud Apps)
- Microsoft Purview (compliance, data governance, information protection)
Networking & Infrastructure
- Meraki MX (firewall/SD-WAN), MS (switching), and MR (wireless) platforms
- TCP/IP networking, VLAN segmentation, DNS, DHCP, and VPN technologies
- Windows Server administration (Active Directory, Group Policy, DNS/DHCP)
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Backup & Endpoint Management
- Cloud backup platforms (Druva InSync or equivalent) for Microsoft 365 and endpoint devices
- Intune Win32 app packaging, ADMX/ADMX-backed policy management, and compliance policies
Security & Compliance
- Cyber Security Essentials framework requirements and audit processes
- Mimecast or equivalent email security platforms
- Microsoft Defender, Darktrace or equivalent AI-driven network detection and response (NDR) tools
Qualifications & Experience
Required:
- Minimum 5 years of experience in a Senior IT Engineer or IT Engineer role within a Microsoft-centric environment.
- Microsoft Certified: Azure Administrator Associate (AZ-104).
- Microsoft Certified: Azure Security Engineer Associate (AZ-500) or Microsoft Security, Compliance, and Identity Fundamentals / SC-500.
Desirable:
- ITIL Foundation certification or working knowledge of ITIL service management principles.
- Familiarity with PowerShell scripting for M365/Azure automation.
Personal Attributes
- A methodical, analytical approach to problem-solving with strong attention to detail.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills; able to explain technical concepts clearly to non-technical stakeholders.
- Self-motivated and proactive, with the ability to manage competing priorities and work autonomously.
- A collaborative team player who actively supports and develops colleagues.
- Committed to continuous professional development and keeping skills current.
- Ability to work in high-pressure situations, maintaining composure and effectiveness.
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Skills
Microsoft 365 Administration
Azure Administration
Microsoft Intune
Network Infrastructure Management
Cyber Security
Meraki Platforms
Windows Server Administration
Cloud Backup Strategies
Identity and Access Management
Endpoint Management
Vulnerability Assessment
Technical Leadership
ITIL
PowerShell Scripting
Security Compliance
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