Senior Infrastructure Engineer - Microsoft 365

Join us, be part of more. 

We’re so much more than an energy company. We’re a family of brands revolutionising how we power the planet. We're energisers. One team of 21,000 colleagues that's energising a greener, fairer future by creating an energy system that doesn’t rely on fossil fuels, whilst living our powerful commitment to igniting positive change in our communities. Here, you can find more purpose, more passion, and more potential. That’s why working here is #MoreThanACareer. We do energy differently - we do it all. We make it, store it, move it, sell it, and mend it.  
  

About your team: 

You’ll be working centrally within our mission control room, aka Centrica’s group functions. From Finance and Data Science, to our Wellbeing and People teams - this is the engine of our energy system, where our various Centres of Excellence power up each of our brilliant businesses, ensuring they have all the support, technologies, and capabilities they need to get our customers to Net Zero by 2050.

We are seeking a highly skilled Senior Infrastructure Engineer with expertise in Microsoft 365 tools and services to join Centrica's Infrastructure Engineering team. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in infrastructure automation, configuration management, and a strong focus on security. They will be proficient in managing Microsoft 365 tools such as Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, Teams, SharePoint Online, Exchange Online, Viva suite, Microsoft 365 Copilot, and Dynamics 365.

Location: Home-based with occasional travel to Windsor

Key Responsibilities:

• Design, implement, and manage scalable, secure infrastructure solutions using Microsoft 365 tools and services.

• Develop and maintain automation scripts using PowerShell.

• Provide technical support and troubleshooting for Microsoft 365-related issues.

• Monitor, maintain, and optimize Microsoft 365 infrastructure.

• Implement and enforce security best practices and compliance standards.

• Collaborate with development, operations, and security teams using Teams, SharePoint Online, and Exchange Online.

• Create and maintain documentation for infrastructure configurations, processes, and procedures.

• Generate reports and analytics to track performance and identify areas for improvement.

Technical Skills:

• Proficiency in Microsoft 365 tools: Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, Teams, SharePoint Online, Exchange Online, Viva suite, Microsoft 365 Copilot, and Dynamics 365

• Advanced scripting skills in PowerShell

• Deep understanding of networking, security, and database management in Microsoft 365 environments

• Familiarity with CI/CD pipelines and DevOps practices

Soft Skills:

• Excellent problem-solving abilities

• Strong communication skills

• Team-oriented mindset

Nice to have skills:

• Experience with automation tools like Ansible, Puppet, and PowerShell DSC

• Knowledge of containerization and orchestration technologies such as Docker and Kubernetes

• Proficiency in cloud platforms: Azure and AWS

• Expertise in Microsoft Defender and Kusto Query Language (KQL)

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, IT, or related field

• Minimum of 5 years of experience in IT infrastructure engineering, focusing on Microsoft 365 tools and services

• Relevant certifications such as Microsoft Certified: Azure Solutions Architect, or similar are highly desirable

Why Join Us?:

• Competitive salary and bonus potential

• Company car allowance

• Employee Energy Allowance at 15% of the government price cap

• Pension scheme and healthcare plan

• 25 days holiday plus public holidays, with the option to buy up to 5 additional days

• Flexible benefits including technology vouchers, an electric car lease scheme, and travel insurance

Join us and help shape the future of our cloud infrastructure. Be a part of something truly innovative and make a real impact on the environment. Apply now and be a part of the Net Zero revolution!

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Why should you apply?   
  
We’re not a perfect place – but we’re a people place. Our priority is supporting all of the different realities our people face. Life is about so much more than work. We get it. That’s why we’ve designed our total rewards to give you the flexibility to choose what you need, when you need it, making sure that you and your family are supported not only financially, but physically and emotionally too. Visit the link below to discover why we’re a great place to work and what being part of more means for you.  
  
https://www.morethanacareer.energy/centrica

If you're full of energy, fired up about sustainability, and ready to craft not only a better tomorrow, but a better you, then come and find your purpose in a team where your voice matters, your growth is non-negotiable, and your ambitions are our priority.

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