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.