IT Infrastructure Engineer (Senior)Hybrid working modelTirlánTirlán, currently partnering with a 3rd party service provider for the provision of IT services, is about to embark on a significant IT transformation programme to stand up its own IT capability. The initial focus will be on enabling projects and will involve close collaboration with our partner. This will require a number of new and exciting roles to join the Tirlán IT team, working in a dynamic & collaborative environment.Tirlán is a world-class food and nutrition co-operative, with a diverse portfolio of quality ingredients, leading consumer and agri brands.Tirlán owns leading brands such as Avonmore, Kilmeaden Cheese, Millac, Solmiko, Truly Grass Fed, Premier Milk, Wexford, and GAIN Animal Nutrition.We nurture a talented team across Ireland, the US, MEA and China, delivering annual revenues of over €3 billion, and over 2,300 people to manage our network of 11 processing plants and 52 agri branches. Our purpose is to nourish the world, while safeguarding our environment for future generations.OverviewReporting to the IT Transformation Manager, the IT Infrastructure Engineer is responsible for maintaining the business's data centre infrastructure and working together with a managed service provider for Tirlán's data centres and server infrastructure. The role is responsible for overseeing the work performed and manage operational aspects of the managed service provider relationship.Key ResponsibilitiesWork closely with managed services provider to set up, configure, and maintain hardware and software components within the datacentre, such as servers, storage, and operating systemsOversee the central components of the Microsoft IT Infrastructure, such as Active Directory and related core IT infrastructure services, ensuring it is secure, available, performing optimally, and addressing any technical issues in a timely mannerOversee and direct managed service providers as they perform routine maintenance tasks and upgrades on central IT infrastructure, in line with Tirlán's security policies and controlsEnsure the datacentre and central IT Infrastructure complies with security standards and industry regulations, and implement disaster recovery and business continuity plans as neededWork collaboratively with other IT teams and business stakeholders to support new initiatives and projectsParticipate in datacentre and central IT Infrastructure related incident management as required liaising with service management, the managed service partner and application teamsContribute to the Strategy development for Tirlan's Central IT InfrastructureKey Requirements:Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field8-10 years' experience in Microsoft IT Infrastructure or similarFamiliar with IT infrastructure services such as Microsoft Active DirectoryProven experience working with managed service providers in managing datacentres and IT InfrastructureKnowledge of security standards and best practices, including ISO 27001 and NISTFamiliar with virtualization technologies, such as VMware Technical knowledge of server hardware, operating systems and storage technologiesKnowledge of data backup and disaster recovery processesNetworking experience is advantageousExperience in working with Cloud Services desirableStrong verbal and written communication skillsProven analytical and problem-solving skillsStrong team player with a growth mindsetAbout usThrough our expertise in research and development, customer insights, food safety and state-of-the-art manufacturing we bring innovative food and nutrition solutions to a global market. Our new and vibrant headquarters in Kilkenny City operates as a collaboration hub where multi-functional teams come together in a hybrid work environment.Commitment to Diversity & InclusionWe believe in the value of difference. We know that different perspectives, life experience and backgrounds can drive innovation and deliver growth.We welcome people from all walks of life without regard to race, colour, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender perception or identity, national origin, age, marital status, or disability status.Join our Talent PoolConsidering a new career in Tirlán but this isn't the role for you? Join our talent community and sign up for job notifications at Tirlán is a Values Based Organisation