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Join Newsquest Group Infrastructure Services (GIS), the technology backbone of one of the UK’s leading local media publishers, and play a central role in securing, modernising, and optimising the infrastructure that powers our digital and print operations. You’ll help shape how we deliver resilient services at scale, with a strong emphasis on Microsoft Azure cloud computing, Microsoft 365 E5, including E5 Security suite. In this role, you will design and deliver robust, scalable solutions across Cloud computing, data centre, network, identity, and end-user platforms. You’ll work hands-on with MS Azure Cloud Computing services, Microsoft Windows server, Linux systems, MS SQL and MySQL databases, strengthening our security posture, streamlining workflows, and ensuring high availability for teams across the business. You will collaborate with knowledgeable engineers and partners in a fast-paced environment where technical excellence and continual improvement are valued.
Job Responsibility:
Design, implement, and manage infrastructure services across on‑premises and cloud, with a focus on Azure and Microsoft 365 E5 Security
Operate and improve Microsoft Defender solutions (e.g., Defender for Endpoint and Defender for Office 365) to strengthen threat protection
Provide system management for IT infrastructure services and deliver within defined service levels
Act as escalation support for the Infrastructure Support team, including out of hours on‑call cover
Maintain secure identity and device management, including Active Directory, DNS, and DHCP
Support, optimise, and troubleshoot Linux platforms and associated services
Administer and tune database services, including MySQL, and contribute to broader SQL server management
Advise on new products and innovations in cloud, security, networking, and storage
Work effectively with external providers to deliver and support services
Mentor GIS colleagues in recognised areas of infrastructure and security expertise
Provide cover for the Infrastructure Systems Administrator and/or Infrastructure Support Supervisor during absence
Requirements:
Strong experience with Microsoft 365 E5 Security (e.g., conditional access, advanced auditing, threat protection) and Microsoft Defender solutions
Practical knowledge of Azure services and security controls across hybrid environments
Thorough understanding of Microsoft Windows Server and desktop operating systems
Good knowledge of Linux administration and troubleshooting
Database skills including MySQL administration, performance, and backup/recovery
Networking concepts and technologies, particularly LAN and WAN
NAS and SAN storage technologies
Experience supporting IT services and working with external support providers
Understanding of on‑premises, outsourced, and cloud IT services, and delivering complex multi‑server workflow systems
An IT‑related degree (or equivalent practical experience) would be advantageous
Within a commutable distance to our Southampton office
Nice to have:
Experience with other operating systems (macOS, additional Linux distributions)
Ability to manage Extreme Networks and Juniper LAN, WAN, and security systems
Experience managing Dell and HP SAN/NAS, Fibre Channel, and iSCSI
Competence in Microsoft SQL Server management
Knowledge of best practice in IT service delivery and management (e.g., ITIL)
Understanding of newspaper and digital media publishing systems
What we offer:
Remote Working
Competitive salary
Contributory pension
On Call allowance
Perks and discounts with numerous retailers and organisations
Opportunities for team building and training days
25 days’ paid holiday, plus statutory bank holidays
An extra day off on your birthday
Holiday purchase scheme
Structured career progression, ongoing training, and personal performance reviews
Discount vouchers
Discounted gym membership
Cycle to Work scheme
Mental health support via Lifeworks
Eye test vouchers, plus £50 towards the cost of new glasses