Senior Infrastructure Engineer

A comprehensive 4-week course designed to elevate your infrastructure engineering skills to senior level through expert-led training in automation, cloud architecture, and enterprise solutions.

£1,300

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Course Introduction

This expert-level programme equips learners to lead infrastructure projects, implement automation strategies, and design resilient, multi-cloud architectures.

Through our comprehensive curriculum, you’ll develop both the technical expertise and strategic vision needed to excel in senior infrastructure roles.

The programme emphasises hands-on learning through:

  •  Guided laboratory exercises with enterprise-grade tools
  • Scenario planning for complex infrastructure challenges
  • Real-world simulations of critical infrastructure events
  • Strategic decision-making in resource-constrained environments

Course Objectives

Design Multi-Cloud Solutions

Learn to architect and manage scalable infrastructure across hybrid and multi-cloud environments, ensuring flexibility and optimal resource utilisation.

Master Automation

  • Develop advanced scripting techniques to automate infrastructure processes, reducing manual overhead and improving operational efficiency

  • Implement Modern Technologies

  • Deploy Software-Defined Networking, containers, and enterprise-grade virtualisation tools to build resilient and agile infrastructure.

  • Optimise Performance

  • Fine-tune infrastructure components to ensure high availability, performance, and security across all deployed systems.

Course Overview

Course Structure & Delivery
Immersive. Career-Ready. Guided by Experts.

4-Week Intensive Programme

32 total training hours designed to fit around your existing commitments whilst providing comprehensive coverage of advanced infrastructure topics.

Twice-Weekly Sessions

Each session runs for 2 hours and 30 minutes, providing ample time for both instruction and hands-on practice with complex infrastructure scenarios.

Continuous Assessment

Weekly assessments and scenario-based quizzes ensure you're absorbing and applying the knowledge effectively throughout the course.

Portfolio Development

Build a final portfolio project through a real-world simulation that demonstrates your advanced infrastructure skills to potential employers.

Who Is This Course For?

Infrastructure Engineers

Professionals transitioning into senior or cloud-focused roles who need to expand their technical toolkit.

Technical Leads

Leaders managing hybrid environments and distributed systems seeking to optimise their infrastructure strategy.

Certification Candidates

IT professionals preparing for advanced certifications like Microsoft AZ-305, AWS Solutions Architect – Professional, or VMware VCP.

Senior IT Staff

Experienced practitioners seeking mastery in automation, architecture, and enterprise-grade deployments.

Training Modules Overview

Module 1: Advanced Scripting and Automation

Eliminate repetitive tasks and scale your infrastructure management

This module focuses on advanced automation techniques that form the foundation of modern infrastructure management:

  • Writing powerful infrastructure scripts in PowerShell, Bash, and Python

  • Implementing Infrastructure-as-Code using Terraform and Ansible

  • Creating secure, reliable task scheduling and script testing methodologies

  • Automating provisioning, configuration, and deployment workflows

 You'll build a comprehensive automation framework that can be applied immediately in your workplace to reduce manual effort and increase consistency.

Module 2: VPNs and Performance Optimization

You'll gain practical experience configuring enterprise VPN solutions and implementing performance

Ensure seamless connectivity and optimal performance

This module covers the essential techniques for creating high-performance network infrastructure:

VPN Technologies

Configure and troubleshoot site-to-site and remote access VPN solutions for secure, reliable connectivity.

Bandwidth Management

Implement advanced network optimization tools to maximize throughput and minimize latency.

Performance Tuning

Master QoS configuration, load balancing strategies, and throughput optimization for mission-critical applications.

Module 3: Software-Defined Networking and Containers
Embrace the future of infrastructure with SDN and containerization

SDN Fundamentals

Explore core SDN technologies including Cisco ACI, VMware NSX, and SD-WAN implementations that abstract network functionality from hardware.

Container Technologies

Master Docker fundamentals and learn to build, deploy, and manage containerized applications in enterprise environments.

Orchestration

Implement Kubernetes for container orchestration, including deployment strategies, scaling, and service discovery.

Container Networking

Design and implement networking solutions for containerized microservices, ensuring secure and efficient communication.

Module 4: Business Continuity and High Availability

Design infrastructure that never goes down

This critical module focuses on ensuring your infrastructure can withstand failures and recover quickly from disasters:

  • Designing and implementing high availability clusters across different platforms
  • Configuring advanced load balancing for application resilience
  • Creating comprehensive backup and disaster recovery strategies
  • Developing business continuity plans that align with organisational requirements
  • Testing failover mechanisms and recovery procedures
Module 5: Virtualization Across Platforms

Master virtualization across VMware, Azure, and AWS environments

VMware Mastery

Configure advanced hypervisor settings, optimise VM templates, manage snapshots, and implement vSphere high availability features for enterprise workloads.

Azure VM Environments

Implement Azure VM scaling and availability sets, configure advanced networking, and integrate with platform services for resilient cloud infrastructure.

AWS EC2 Implementation

Deploy and manage EC2 instances with auto-scaling, configure VPC networking, and implement security groups for comprehensive cloud virtualization.

Module 6: Multi-Cloud Architecting

Design Principles: Master the architectural patterns and use cases for multi-cloud deployments, including when and how to distribute workloads across providers.

Interoperability: Implement cloud interoperability solutions and DNS federation to create seamless experiences across cloud boundaries.

Backup Strategy: Design cross-region backup solutions that protect data regardless of which cloud provider hosts the primary workload.

Cost Management: Develop strategies for optimising costs across multiple providers while maintaining performance requirements.

Bonus Features

Industry-recognised Certification

  • Receive a validated credential that demonstrates your advanced technical capabilities to potential employers

  • The certificate includes detailed competency breakdown aligned with industry standards

Interview Preparation

  • Receive personalised CV and LinkedIn profile reviews from industry experts

  • Gain insights into career progression paths from 3rd Line to Infrastructure Architect roles

Career Development

  • Participate in mock technical interviews focused on 3rd Line and specialist infrastructure roles

  • Learn how to effectively communicate complex technical solutions to hiring managers.

These additional resources ensure you're not just technically prepared but also positioned to showcase your expertise in the job market.

Capstone Project

The culmination of your learning journey is a comprehensive simulation of a complex enterprise environment where you'll apply all the skills acquired throughout the course.

Learn With The Best

Joseph Asuquo

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