Expert Infrastructure Strategist

16 hours ago


Banbury, Oxfordshire, United Kingdom Ascent People Full time

As a dynamic global organisation undergoing IT transformation, they seek a visionary leader to spearhead the modernisation of their virtualisation and compute infrastructure.

The ideal candidate will take ownership of their domain, bring innovative ideas to the table, have a competitive drive for excellence, thrive in a collaborative team environment, be passionate about modernising infrastructure, and embrace automation and DevOps methodologies.

Core Responsibilities:

  • Lead and modernise VMware, Kubernetes, and storage platforms
  • Manage data infrastructure, including backup systems and data analytics
  • Drive capacity planning and technical specifications
  • Collaborate with project managers and subject matter experts
  • Spearhead DevOps initiatives and automation strategies

Required Skills:

  • Primary Expertise: VMware and virtualisation technologies, Enterprise datacentre operations, SAN storage platforms (HPE/Pure), Infrastructure architecture
  • Technical Knowledge: Windows Server and Linux administration, Backup systems and Active Directory, Networking fundamentals, OpenStack, Git version control, ITIL framework
  • DevOps & Modern Infrastructure: Kubernetes, CI/CD pipeline implementation, Infrastructure as Code, Containerisation, Automation tools and practices

Compensation & Benefits

£60,000 - £70,000 per annum, Performance bonus, Company car scheme, Gym membership, Competitive pension, Free parking, On-site canteen

We welcome candidates of all ages and backgrounds. Ascent People, acting as an Employment Agency, is handling this position.



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