IT Infrastructure Lead

What skills and experience we're looking for

We are looking for someone with

• IT networking qualifications and 5+ years previous experience in an IT-based role.
• Experience of project management across a variety of disciplines.
• Knowledge of the current cyber security landscape.
• Experience of working in an education environment would be an advantage.
• A proactive and flexible approach, with the ability to work effectively in a busy environment.
• A commitment to safeguarding and providing an excellent experience for students and staff.

What the college offers its staff

• A discounted on-site gym, sports hall, fitness class, Starbucks, osteopathy and day nursery
• 5-minute walk from Ewell East Station
• Blue Light Discount
• Free online qualifications
• Free parking on-site
• Eye care voucher

Further details about the role

Duties and Responsibilities

• Lead the design, maintenance and development of the College's infrastructure.
• Own infrastructure architecture, standards and documentation.
• Lead major infrastructure projects.
• Manage cloud, server, storage and backup platforms.
• Own the disaster recovery and business continuity arrangements related to IT.
• Provide third-line technical escalation.
• Manage infrastructure suppliers and contractors.
• Ensure infrastructure compliance with security standards.
• Mentor and develop technical staff.
• Liaise with multiple third party suppliers and contractors.

Commitment to safeguarding

Our organisation is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults. We expect all staff, volunteers and trustees to share this commitment. Our recruitment process follows the keeping children safe in education guidance. Offers of employment may be subject to the following checks (where relevant): childcare disqualification Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) medical online and social media prohibition from teaching right to work satisfactory references suitability to work with children You must tell us about any unspent conviction, cautions, reprimands or warnings under the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975.