Infrastructure Specialist

Infrastructure Security Specialist / Active Directory Engineer

Sheffield, UK

Key Accountabilities:

• This role requires an in-depth knowledge of Active Directory, Windows Server, Windows security and related technology.
• Knowledge of LDAP integrations, file transfer protocols such as SMB, as well as TLS protocols, ciphers, encryption and other authentication technologies.
• Experience with Kerberos, NTLM, and other standard LDAP authentication methods.
• Ability to troubleshoot application integration issues and assist with application configuration setup. Must be able to work in a team environment with a “can do” attitude capable of overcoming difficult challenges.
• Providing support to the wider team during outages / incidents
• Experience of integration of CDS applications, defining standards and implementation of these

Essential Skills

• Minimum 5 years overall IT experience with 2 - 3 years of experience working with Microsoft platform technologies.
• Knowledge of Microsoft Directory services, application authentication and network security.
• Must show a progressive advancement in responsibility including deep troubleshooting technical skills.
• Self-driven and be able to work independently with minimal supervision
• Requirements gathering in a technical environment – Cloud and on-premises infrastructure platforms
• Strong process mapping skills
• Strong analysis skills
• Identification of use cases
• Technical understanding of infrastructure technologies
• Root cause analysis skills
• Ability to optimise processes and maximise efficiency
• Strong stakeholder engagement and communication skills