Infrastructure Engineer - Servers

Infrastructure Engineer - Servers (12-Month Fixed-Term Contract)

Location: Sydney
Department: Information Technology

Are you an experienced Infrastructure Engineer looking to make a measurable impact in a high-performing IT environment? This 12-month contract offers an opportunity to assess, optimise, and strengthen a modern hybrid infrastructure spanning both cloud and on-premises platforms.

About the Role

You'll play a key role in reviewing the current infrastructure landscape, identifying opportunities for improvement, and delivering clear, detailed documentation to support operational excellence and future transformation initiatives. This position is suited to a technically skilled professional who thrives in complex environments and enjoys blending strategy with hands-on implementation.

What You'll Be Doing

• Conduct a comprehensive review of existing on-prem and cloud systems.

• Identify and implement enhancements to performance, reliability, and cost-efficiency.

• Create high-quality documentation-architecture diagrams, operational runbooks, and configuration details.

• Support infrastructure upgrades and re-platforming projects, particularly into Microsoft Azure.

• Collaborate with internal IT teams and vendors to ensure system integrity and best practice alignment.

• Deliver Level 3 technical support and assist with training and knowledge transfer for internal staff.

Key Technologies

You'll work across a diverse technical stack, including:

• Cloud & Virtualisation: Microsoft Azure, VMware vSphere, Azure Virtual Desktop

• Security & Compliance: Azure AD, Microsoft Certificate Services, Palo Alto, Mimecast

• Networking: Cisco technologies, VPN, SD-WAN solutions

• Automation: PowerShell, Power Automate

• Monitoring & Backup: SolarWinds, Rubrik, Azure Site Recovery, PowerBI

• Databases: Microsoft SQL

• Collaboration Tools: Microsoft 365, Teams, SharePoint

What We're Looking For

• 5+ years' experience supporting multi-site infrastructure environments.

• Strong technical expertise in Azure and VMware platforms.

• Skilled in managing Active Directory, Azure AD, and Microsoft server technologies.

• Proven ability to document and optimise infrastructure systems.

• Strong networking background (Cisco preferred).

• Excellent communication and problem-solving skills.

• Able to work independently, prioritise tasks, and meet deadlines.

• Relevant certifications (e.g., ITIL, CCNP, VCP, MCITP) are highly regarded.

What Success Looks Like

• Clear, up-to-date documentation for all infrastructure components.

• Improved uptime, performance, and cost-efficiency across systems.

• Enhanced security posture and compliance alignment.

• Smooth knowledge transfer and collaboration with internal teams.