IT Infrastructure Consultant

IT Infrastructure Consultant

East Midlands (Hybrid Working)

3 Month initial contract

Up to £1000 per day Outside IR35 DOE

Rullion is seeking an experienced Independent IT Infrastructure Review Consultant to conduct a comprehensive assessment of existing IT infrastructure for one of our reputable SME Customers. We are dedicated to ensuring that our technology supports our business objectives while remaining robust, scalable, and secure.

Scope of Work: Independent IT Infrastructure Review

The company wants to conduct a comprehensive review of the existing IT infrastructure of the group to ensure it is robust, scalable, and aligned with business objectives.

The review aims to identify potential risks, optimise resource utilisation, and capitalise on opportunities for improvement.

The key functional areas to be provided and in the scope of work are:

Hardware
Software
Cloud Infrastructure
Security and Compliance
Integration and Alignment
Scalability and Resilience
Disaster Recovery and Business Continuity The primary objective of this engagement is to conduct a comprehensive review of the existing IT infrastructure of the group to ensure it is robust, scalable, and aligned with business objectives. The review aims to identify potential risks, optimise resource utilisation, and capitalise on opportunities for improvement.

Assessment Areas:

Hardware: Evaluate the current hardware setup, including servers, network devices, storage systems, and end-user devices, to assess their suitability, performance, and capacity
Software: Review the software applications and systems deployed across the organisation to ensure they meet operational requirements and are properly licensed.
Cloud Infrastructure: Assess the utilisation of cloud services (e.g., AWS, Azure, GCP) to determine the effectiveness of cloud adoption and identify opportunities for optimisation.
Security and Compliance: Evaluate the cybersecurity measures and compliance practices in place to safeguard data and ensure adherence to regulatory requirements (e.g., GDPR, industry standards).
Integration and Alignment: Analyse the integration and alignment of different systems and applications to streamline processes and improve interoperability.
Scalability and Resilience: Assess the scalability and resilience of the IT infrastructure to accommodate future growth and mitigate the risk of downtime or disruptions.
Disaster Recovery and Business Continuity: Review the disaster recovery (DR) and business continuity (BC) plans to assess their effectiveness in minimising the impact of unforeseen events.Methodology:

Data Collection: Gather relevant documentation, conduct interviews with key stakeholders, and perform on-site inspections to collect information about the IT infrastructure.
Analysis: Analyse the collected data to identify strengths, weaknesses, opportunities, and threats (SWOT analysis) associated with the existing infrastructure.
Benchmarking: Benchmark the current infrastructure against industry best practices and standards to assess its maturity level and identify areas for improvement.
Risk Assessment: Conduct a risk assessment to identify potential vulnerabilities, security gaps, and single points of failure within the infrastructure.
Opportunity Identification: Identify opportunities for optimization, cost savings, and innovation, such as leveraging emerging technologies or implementing automation solutions.
Documentation: Document findings, recommendations, and action plans in a comprehensive report to be presented to EXCO TeamDeliverables:

IT Infrastructure Assessment Report: A detailed report outlining the findings of the review, including strengths, weaknesses, risks, opportunities, and recommendations for improvement
Action Plan: A prioritised action plan delineating specific steps and timelines for addressing identified issues and implementing recommended improvements
Executive Presentation: A presentation to EXCO Leadership summarising the key findings, recommendations, and action plan.

Engagement Timeline:
The engagement is expected to be completed within 1-3 from the commencement date.
Regular progress updates will be provided to Group throughout the engagement period.
Consultant Qualifications:
The consultant(s) responsible for conducting the review should possess expertise inIT infrastructure management, cybersecurity, cloud computing, and risk assessment.

Relevant certifications and experience in conducting similar assessments for organisations of comparable size and complexity are desirable.
Confidentiality and Data Security:
The consultant(s) will adhere to strict confidentiality protocols and handle sensitive information with utmost care.
Measures will be implemented to ensure the security and integrity of data collected during the engagement.This Scope of Work outlines the key objectives, assessment areas, methodology, deliverables, timeline, and consultant qualifications for the proposed independent IT infrastructure review. Upon completion of the review, the business will have actionable insights and recommendations to enhance the resilience, scalability, and alignment of its IT infrastructure with business objectives.

(Rullion is a recruitment agency)

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