Infrastructure Analyst (Hybrid)

About the role

We are seeking an experienced Infrastructure Analyst to join a high‑performing IT Operations team in Manchester. The role is hybrid and permanent, offering the chance to work with modern cloud, networking and systems technologies while shaping the organisation’s IT landscape.

Key responsibilities

• Support and develop enterprise infrastructure services across multiple locations.
• Provide technical expertise throughout the project lifecycle, from design and implementation to operational support.
• Collaborate closely with project teams to ensure successful delivery of infrastructure and application projects.
• Maintain infrastructure documentation, recovery procedures and system designs.
• Support business continuity, disaster recovery and high‑availability initiatives.
• Monitor, troubleshoot and optimise infrastructure performance.
• Contribute to technology roadmaps and identify opportunities to improve service delivery.

Required profile

• Strong VMware administration and support experience.
• Hands‑on experience with Microsoft Azure, including Entra ID and cloud services.
• Deep knowledge of Windows Server (2016/2019/2022) and related services such as Active Directory, DNS, DHCP and Windows File Services.
• Solid networking and troubleshooting skills.
• Understanding of disaster‑recovery and high‑availability solutions.
• Experience with infrastructure monitoring tools.
• Excellent problem‑solving and analytical abilities, able to work across project and operational environments.

Required skills

• VMware
• Microsoft Azure
• Entra ID
• Windows Server 2016
• Windows Server 2019
• Windows Server 2022
• Active Directory
• DNS
• DHCP
• Windows File Services
• Networking
• Disaster Recovery
• High Availability
• Infrastructure monitoring tools

What we offer

• Hybrid working model.
• Annual bonus.
• 25 days holiday plus additional leave benefits.
• Private medical options and pension scheme.
• Exposure to modern cloud, networking and infrastructure technologies.
• Collaborative environment with genuine opportunities to develop technical skills.