About us
We are Cero Generation, a leading European solar energy developer.
Our single-minded vision is to ensure this and every generation has access to clean, reliable, cost-effective renewable energy.
Cero identifies, develops, builds and energises major solar energy projects across eight European countries, and doing so responsibly, we are helping communities to thrive across Europe and beyond.
We have a 25GW solar and storage portfolio with further generation capability added each year.
We are a Macquarie Asset Management (MAM) portfolio company, operating on a stand-alone basis.
About the role
Reporting to the Head of IT, the IT System Engineer will be responsible for managing the company’s IT systems and will be the subject matter expert on information systems and controls.
You will take the lead on various IT and information security projects and workstreams, while working in collaboration with the wider IT and business teams to ensure effective use of the systems.
You will be supported by the outsourced IT Managed Service Provider (MSP).
This is a technical hands-on role, that is key to both Cero’s day-to-day productivity and information security programmes.
Main responsibilities
- Hands-on implementation and management of IT systems and infrastructure.
- Develop, document, and implement IT and information security controls and procedures.
- Provide hands-on support and guidance to the user base in London, Madrid, and other company locations, as necessary.
- Lead various improvement workstreams and business-as-usual works with the IT MSP.
- Work with the wider team and IT MSP to ensure best practices are adopted and maintained.
- Identify opportunities for integration, automation and improvement in the company’s IT system management processes and information security management.
What will you need to succeed in the role?
Essential Skills
- Significant experience with Windows, Microsoft 365 and related management tools, including Entra/Active Directory and Intune.
- Experience with Microsoft or equivalent security tooling, such as Defender for Endpoint, Defender for Cloud Apps and Defender for Office 365 and Mimecast.
- Experience configuring and maintaining cloud infrastructure running on Azure, as well as on-premises network and firewall infrastructure, and audiovisual equipment.
- Experience taking the lead on IT projects and leading and implementing change.
Desirable Skills
- Familiarity with industry standards and frameworks such as NIST Cybersecurity Framework, CIS Controls, and ISO 27001.
- Experience integrating systems using no-code/low-code solutions.
- Experience automating processes.
- Experience handling data migrations between systems.
- Experience working with an outsourced provider.
Working with Cero Generation
Our shared culture is all about doing the right thing for our company, our people and the world around us.
We’re passionate about renewable energy and the vital role it can play in safeguarding the future of our planet. That’s why we’re all committed to collaborating to achieve excellence in our field to deliver better outcomes for all.
We’re led by a simple promise to all our people: you’ll get back what you put in.
We’ll empower you to deliver on our commitments and reward you for achieving the high standards that we set.
Diversity, inclusion & privacy
Cero Generation understands the importance of diversity and inclusion. We value the innovation and creativity that diversity of thought brings. If you are capable, motivated and can deliver, we want you on our team. Cero Generation is an equal opportunities employer and does not discriminate on the grounds of age, disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender reassignment, gender identity, marriage, civil partnership, pregnancy, maternity, race (including colour and ethnic or national origins), religion or belief. We facilitate a range of flexible working arrangements within our teams. Talk to us about what flexibility may be available.
Cero Generation respects the privacy of the people we deal with, and we uphold high standards of privacy practice and security. Our privacy policy is available on our website at cerogeneration.com.