Are you an IT Infrastructure Engineer who is looking for a new challenge in a forward thinking and innovative organisation? Are you looking for a position in a secure and robust sector, given the economic challenges we are currently facing? Do you want a job with excellent benefits, that offers an excellent work-life balance, whilst truly making a positive difference to people? Then please read on as this role is perfect for you Adecco Public Sector's client in Staffordshire is looking to grow their team by hiring a new IT Infrastructure Engineer to join their 3rd line support team. You will supporting several thousand users by both resolving 3rd line BAU support tickets passed on by the 1st or 2nd line support teams, whilst also having the opportunity to be involved in some exciting infrastructure improvement projects on the horizon, as the organisation looks to innovate with modern technologies and solutions. So what's in it for you? The successful candidate will be able to benefit from the below offering: A basic salary package between £35k - £43k, dependent on experience. The progression opportunity to move up to a Senior IT Infrastructure Engineer position, which goes up to £50k. Additional on-call pay uplifts and call out payments. Starting on a minimum of 27 days annual holiday allowance plus 8 additional Bank Holiday days, with this further increasing with length of service. An industry-leading pension scheme and other excellent benefits such as healthcare, parental leave policies and salary sacrifice schemes. Excellent development opportunities and external training opportunities based on development needs identified in performance and progression reviews. Hybrid working between home and office, with flexibility given dependent on personal preference and needs. Heavily discounted staff parking rates. The Role: You will be part of a team who has responsibility for the organisation's critical Servers, storage area network infrastructure and Cloud technologies. You will be resolving escalated issues and tickets by the first and second line IT support teams and be responsible for using your technical specialism to resolve these tickets, dependent on their severity and priority. You will support the design, specification, installation & configuration of new server, storage, network security and Cloud technologies, whilst also being responsible for the security, optimisation, availability, storage, backup & retrieval & general safe keeping of all the organisation's electronic data in line with the IT security policy You will also be asked to support infrastructure upgrade projects and be given the opportunity to receive training in new technologies where required. There is also the responsibility to perform research into new and upcoming technologies, in order to determine their impact or possible enhancement of planned or existing IT services You will manage the design, specification, installation & configuration of new server, storage, network security and Cloud technologies, whilst also being responsible for the security, optimisation, availability, storage, backup and retrieval and general safe keeping of the organisation's electronic data, in line with the IT security policy. Technical Requirements: Windows Server (2012, 2016, 2019) - Ability to support to 3rd line level. Virtualisation knowledge (eg VMware, Hyper-V) An understanding of the concepts of Storage. A knowledge of Cisco Firewalls. An understanding of Cloud technologies, such as Microsoft Azure, would be beneficial, but definitely not essential as training can be provided. A knowledge of Microsoft 365 would be beneficial, but definitely not essential as training can be provided. This is a truly excellent opportunity to join an innovative and forward-thinking organisation, with excellent job security and progression opportunities, who prioritise the investment in new technology to support their users and make a genuinely positive different. PLEASE APPLY NOW AND DON'T MISS OUT!
23/04/2024
Full time
Are you an IT Infrastructure Engineer who is looking for a new challenge in a forward thinking and innovative organisation? Are you looking for a position in a secure and robust sector, given the economic challenges we are currently facing? Do you want a job with excellent benefits, that offers an excellent work-life balance, whilst truly making a positive difference to people? Then please read on as this role is perfect for you Adecco Public Sector's client in Staffordshire is looking to grow their team by hiring a new IT Infrastructure Engineer to join their 3rd line support team. You will supporting several thousand users by both resolving 3rd line BAU support tickets passed on by the 1st or 2nd line support teams, whilst also having the opportunity to be involved in some exciting infrastructure improvement projects on the horizon, as the organisation looks to innovate with modern technologies and solutions. So what's in it for you? The successful candidate will be able to benefit from the below offering: A basic salary package between £35k - £43k, dependent on experience. The progression opportunity to move up to a Senior IT Infrastructure Engineer position, which goes up to £50k. Additional on-call pay uplifts and call out payments. Starting on a minimum of 27 days annual holiday allowance plus 8 additional Bank Holiday days, with this further increasing with length of service. An industry-leading pension scheme and other excellent benefits such as healthcare, parental leave policies and salary sacrifice schemes. Excellent development opportunities and external training opportunities based on development needs identified in performance and progression reviews. Hybrid working between home and office, with flexibility given dependent on personal preference and needs. Heavily discounted staff parking rates. The Role: You will be part of a team who has responsibility for the organisation's critical Servers, storage area network infrastructure and Cloud technologies. You will be resolving escalated issues and tickets by the first and second line IT support teams and be responsible for using your technical specialism to resolve these tickets, dependent on their severity and priority. You will support the design, specification, installation & configuration of new server, storage, network security and Cloud technologies, whilst also being responsible for the security, optimisation, availability, storage, backup & retrieval & general safe keeping of all the organisation's electronic data in line with the IT security policy You will also be asked to support infrastructure upgrade projects and be given the opportunity to receive training in new technologies where required. There is also the responsibility to perform research into new and upcoming technologies, in order to determine their impact or possible enhancement of planned or existing IT services You will manage the design, specification, installation & configuration of new server, storage, network security and Cloud technologies, whilst also being responsible for the security, optimisation, availability, storage, backup and retrieval and general safe keeping of the organisation's electronic data, in line with the IT security policy. Technical Requirements: Windows Server (2012, 2016, 2019) - Ability to support to 3rd line level. Virtualisation knowledge (eg VMware, Hyper-V) An understanding of the concepts of Storage. A knowledge of Cisco Firewalls. An understanding of Cloud technologies, such as Microsoft Azure, would be beneficial, but definitely not essential as training can be provided. A knowledge of Microsoft 365 would be beneficial, but definitely not essential as training can be provided. This is a truly excellent opportunity to join an innovative and forward-thinking organisation, with excellent job security and progression opportunities, who prioritise the investment in new technology to support their users and make a genuinely positive different. PLEASE APPLY NOW AND DON'T MISS OUT!
Infrastructure Project Engineer Location: Gloucester Salary: £40,000 + Benefits The Role As an Infrastructure Project Engineer you will be responsible for supporting and enhancing customers' infrastructures so that they can meet their business objectives. You will be working with both internal and external customers to ensure projects are successfully delivered within the required timeframes and specifications. The Technology Projects team will work alongside the Sales team to recommend products and services for customers' infrastructure requirements. Duties and Responsibilities Delivering technical projects according to the specifications and customer briefs Providing updates on the project's progress to relevant contacts Maintaining all relevant project documentation and the knowledgebase Providing support to resolve change management issues Liaising with the Sales team to produce new business proposals and to review customers' existing infrastructures, suggesting areas for modernisation Ensuring all time spent on projects is recorded accurately within the system Arranging meetings with customers to get authorisation and sign-off on project deliverables Ensuring project handovers are completed in full, with the service desk Ensuring knowledge of technologies/infrastructures is kept up-to-date and relevant Any other duties specified by your line manager No job description can be entirely comprehensive, and the jobholder will be expected to adapt and carry out such other duties as may be required from time to time, on the understanding that they will be within the individual's remit and capability, and consistent with the status and responsibilities of the role within the business. Person Specification Essential 2 years or more experience working within an IT support environment or for a Managed Service Provider At least 1 formal IT qualification (eg CCNA, CompTIA, MSCA & MSCE) or proven experience Excellent working knowledge of Windows Server environments and Networking (HP, Cisco) Exposure to virtualisation and cloud technologies including VMware, Hyper V and Azure environments Ability to work within a team or using own initiative Excellent communication skills Good working knowledge of MS 365 Administration Desire to learn new skills and gain relevant qualifications Full UK driving licence Desirable Experience working on IT infrastructure projects involving planning, installation, and documentation ITIL V4 Foundation qualification Working knowledge of Veeam backup, Firewalls (SonicWall, Sophos), Antivirus configuration experience, AD, AAD, DHCP, DNS and Group Policy Previous experience of setting up authentication and security methods Knowledge of structured and fibre cabling We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity. All employment is decided on the basis of qualifications, merit and business need. Working Conditions The typical working environment will be office locations either at the office in Gloucester or customer offices. However, you will be expected to travel to and work at various customer sites. The job requires that you can lift and move typical IT equipment (PC's and Laptops) from floor to desk. It is expected that there will be extended periods of time spent using Display Screen Equipment. Whilst at customers' sites, you may be required to wear the appropriate Personal Protective Equipment.
23/04/2024
Full time
Infrastructure Project Engineer Location: Gloucester Salary: £40,000 + Benefits The Role As an Infrastructure Project Engineer you will be responsible for supporting and enhancing customers' infrastructures so that they can meet their business objectives. You will be working with both internal and external customers to ensure projects are successfully delivered within the required timeframes and specifications. The Technology Projects team will work alongside the Sales team to recommend products and services for customers' infrastructure requirements. Duties and Responsibilities Delivering technical projects according to the specifications and customer briefs Providing updates on the project's progress to relevant contacts Maintaining all relevant project documentation and the knowledgebase Providing support to resolve change management issues Liaising with the Sales team to produce new business proposals and to review customers' existing infrastructures, suggesting areas for modernisation Ensuring all time spent on projects is recorded accurately within the system Arranging meetings with customers to get authorisation and sign-off on project deliverables Ensuring project handovers are completed in full, with the service desk Ensuring knowledge of technologies/infrastructures is kept up-to-date and relevant Any other duties specified by your line manager No job description can be entirely comprehensive, and the jobholder will be expected to adapt and carry out such other duties as may be required from time to time, on the understanding that they will be within the individual's remit and capability, and consistent with the status and responsibilities of the role within the business. Person Specification Essential 2 years or more experience working within an IT support environment or for a Managed Service Provider At least 1 formal IT qualification (eg CCNA, CompTIA, MSCA & MSCE) or proven experience Excellent working knowledge of Windows Server environments and Networking (HP, Cisco) Exposure to virtualisation and cloud technologies including VMware, Hyper V and Azure environments Ability to work within a team or using own initiative Excellent communication skills Good working knowledge of MS 365 Administration Desire to learn new skills and gain relevant qualifications Full UK driving licence Desirable Experience working on IT infrastructure projects involving planning, installation, and documentation ITIL V4 Foundation qualification Working knowledge of Veeam backup, Firewalls (SonicWall, Sophos), Antivirus configuration experience, AD, AAD, DHCP, DNS and Group Policy Previous experience of setting up authentication and security methods Knowledge of structured and fibre cabling We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity. All employment is decided on the basis of qualifications, merit and business need. Working Conditions The typical working environment will be office locations either at the office in Gloucester or customer offices. However, you will be expected to travel to and work at various customer sites. The job requires that you can lift and move typical IT equipment (PC's and Laptops) from floor to desk. It is expected that there will be extended periods of time spent using Display Screen Equipment. Whilst at customers' sites, you may be required to wear the appropriate Personal Protective Equipment.
Job Title: Network Engineer Type of role: Permanent Location: Birmingham Salary: up to £46,500 + benefits Flint UK is looking for a Network Engineer to join our one of our telecom's clients, based in Birmingham on a full time, permanent basis. This role will involve understanding in depth the vulnerabilities and vuln classes present carrier-grade telecoms kit that has just been or is just about to be deployed into the UK. This will include time and space to conduct novel and self-directed research - supported by your team and team lead. Successful candidates will get to have a unique experience working on or supporting the latest ground-breaking cyber security and networking technologies on a national and international scale. This opportunity will allow those involved to have first-hand exposure to the latest technologies via the research and development that we are undertaking to secure our telecommunications networks, in order to keep the UK, the safest place to live and do business online. About You Experience working with. Aruba networking. Installation and local configuration of Switches. Integration and management with Aruba Central. RADIUS integration ClearPass and/or 802.1x port based access control Juniper Firewall solutions. Installation and configuration Integration with Security Director for device and policy management Azure Networking, including Express Route management and monitoring Understanding of network operations and management. Understanding of optical networking technology and standards. Understanding of relevant industry best practice such as fault management, change management and configuration management. Experience of operating in telecoms environments eg previous experience in a Network Operator. Good communication and knowledge sharing ability, including upskill and mentoring of 1st and 2nd line support teams. Ability to collaborate with other disciplines to facilitate delivery of our objectives. Proactive approach to solving complex problems and finding innovative solutions to them. Provide 3rd line support to the support team. Assist with the design and testing of disaster recovery procedures for our network services. Understanding of commercial and IPR sensitivities when working with suppliers and operators. Responsible for taking reasonable duty of care for Health & Safety of themselves and of other persons who may be affected by their acts or omissions at work and always follow direct instructions given with regards to Health & Safety. Successful Applicants must be able to commute to the offices in Birmingham at least twice a week. We actively recruit citizens of all backgrounds, but the nature of our work in this specific area means that nationality, residency, and security requirements are more tightly defined than others. To work in this role, you will need to have a SC clearance with no restrictions, or you must have the ability to obtain a SC clearance.
23/04/2024
Full time
Job Title: Network Engineer Type of role: Permanent Location: Birmingham Salary: up to £46,500 + benefits Flint UK is looking for a Network Engineer to join our one of our telecom's clients, based in Birmingham on a full time, permanent basis. This role will involve understanding in depth the vulnerabilities and vuln classes present carrier-grade telecoms kit that has just been or is just about to be deployed into the UK. This will include time and space to conduct novel and self-directed research - supported by your team and team lead. Successful candidates will get to have a unique experience working on or supporting the latest ground-breaking cyber security and networking technologies on a national and international scale. This opportunity will allow those involved to have first-hand exposure to the latest technologies via the research and development that we are undertaking to secure our telecommunications networks, in order to keep the UK, the safest place to live and do business online. About You Experience working with. Aruba networking. Installation and local configuration of Switches. Integration and management with Aruba Central. RADIUS integration ClearPass and/or 802.1x port based access control Juniper Firewall solutions. Installation and configuration Integration with Security Director for device and policy management Azure Networking, including Express Route management and monitoring Understanding of network operations and management. Understanding of optical networking technology and standards. Understanding of relevant industry best practice such as fault management, change management and configuration management. Experience of operating in telecoms environments eg previous experience in a Network Operator. Good communication and knowledge sharing ability, including upskill and mentoring of 1st and 2nd line support teams. Ability to collaborate with other disciplines to facilitate delivery of our objectives. Proactive approach to solving complex problems and finding innovative solutions to them. Provide 3rd line support to the support team. Assist with the design and testing of disaster recovery procedures for our network services. Understanding of commercial and IPR sensitivities when working with suppliers and operators. Responsible for taking reasonable duty of care for Health & Safety of themselves and of other persons who may be affected by their acts or omissions at work and always follow direct instructions given with regards to Health & Safety. Successful Applicants must be able to commute to the offices in Birmingham at least twice a week. We actively recruit citizens of all backgrounds, but the nature of our work in this specific area means that nationality, residency, and security requirements are more tightly defined than others. To work in this role, you will need to have a SC clearance with no restrictions, or you must have the ability to obtain a SC clearance.
Are you an apprentice graduate in electrical engineering or systems engineering, or perhaps an ex-Navy Weapons Engineer looking to transition your skills into a dynamic civilian role? Look no further! We have the perfect opportunity for you to propel your career in the direction of electrical and systems design. About our client: Join a forward-thinking company that values expertise and innovation. Defence experience isn't essential - your skills and potential are what matter most to us. Location: Portsmouth Role Overview: As a Systems Electrical Integration Specialist, you'll be at the forefront of cutting-edge projects, focusing on the integration of Commercial Off-The-Shelf (COTS) and MOD systems. Your responsibilities will span a range of OEM Systems, including Medium Calibre Guns, Sensors (Fire Control & Surveillance), Radar, Electronic Warfare Systems, and Combat Management Systems (CMS). What We're Looking For: Candidates emerging from an apprenticeship (HNC level) in electrical or systems engineering, or ex-Navy Weapons Engineers. Passion for electrical and systems design. Strong understanding of Electrical Systems/Engineering theory. Willingness to learn and adapt - while prior design experience isn't necessary, a desire to grow and develop within the role is essential. Key Responsibilities: Production of Installation Solution Packs, encompassing Electrical/System Drawings, Penetrations, Cable Data Sheets, Bill of Materials, and associated Installation Instructions. Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to ensure seamless integration of systems. Drive innovation and efficiency in system integration processes. What our client offers: Comprehensive training on tools such as AutoCAD, SolidWorks, Foran, and more. Opportunities for professional growth and development. A supportive and collaborative work environment where your ideas are valued. Competitive compensation package with excellent benefits. Ready to Take the Next Step? If you're ready to embark on an exciting journey in systems electrical integration and contribute to ground-breaking projects, we want to hear from you! Please be advised this position will require the successful candidate to undergo SC Security Clearance. Apply now and unleash your potential with us.
23/04/2024
Full time
Are you an apprentice graduate in electrical engineering or systems engineering, or perhaps an ex-Navy Weapons Engineer looking to transition your skills into a dynamic civilian role? Look no further! We have the perfect opportunity for you to propel your career in the direction of electrical and systems design. About our client: Join a forward-thinking company that values expertise and innovation. Defence experience isn't essential - your skills and potential are what matter most to us. Location: Portsmouth Role Overview: As a Systems Electrical Integration Specialist, you'll be at the forefront of cutting-edge projects, focusing on the integration of Commercial Off-The-Shelf (COTS) and MOD systems. Your responsibilities will span a range of OEM Systems, including Medium Calibre Guns, Sensors (Fire Control & Surveillance), Radar, Electronic Warfare Systems, and Combat Management Systems (CMS). What We're Looking For: Candidates emerging from an apprenticeship (HNC level) in electrical or systems engineering, or ex-Navy Weapons Engineers. Passion for electrical and systems design. Strong understanding of Electrical Systems/Engineering theory. Willingness to learn and adapt - while prior design experience isn't necessary, a desire to grow and develop within the role is essential. Key Responsibilities: Production of Installation Solution Packs, encompassing Electrical/System Drawings, Penetrations, Cable Data Sheets, Bill of Materials, and associated Installation Instructions. Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to ensure seamless integration of systems. Drive innovation and efficiency in system integration processes. What our client offers: Comprehensive training on tools such as AutoCAD, SolidWorks, Foran, and more. Opportunities for professional growth and development. A supportive and collaborative work environment where your ideas are valued. Competitive compensation package with excellent benefits. Ready to Take the Next Step? If you're ready to embark on an exciting journey in systems electrical integration and contribute to ground-breaking projects, we want to hear from you! Please be advised this position will require the successful candidate to undergo SC Security Clearance. Apply now and unleash your potential with us.
Infrastructure Team Leader Exeter - Devon - Hybrid £40,000-£50,000 The Role The Infrastructure Team is a small team of engineers with high levels of experience, competence and capabilities. This team is responsible for the design, support and delivery of high level and technical products and services and as such need to work to exacting standards of quality and professionalism at all times. The Infrastructure Team Lead role is responsible for the definition and adherence of those standards across the team. In addition, this person will assume responsibility for the availability, performance, resilience and security of the core platform and infrastructure and will undertake whatever actions necessary to ensure this within the agreed operating constraints and budget. As the company's senior engineer the post holder will provide a technical consultancy and architect service as required. Duties and responsibilities Team Leader Manage the team is a positive manner to align with business growth plans. Own the planning and administration of the infrastructure roadmap and product owner responsibilities Represent the Infrastructure team at meetings. Setting and managing regular goals and appraisals for the infrastructure team. Demonstrates consistent levels of professionalism at all times and leads by example. Core Infrastructure & Technical Architecture/Support Work within Company policies and guidelines. Be involved in the design, implementation and support for all data networks across all locations. This includes Local Area Networks and liaising with the managed WAN providers for effective fault resolution. Provide expert support for workstations & Servers running Microsoft Server / Workstation Products, Citrix, Linux. Implement and Provide expert support on storage both local and network based. Server Planning, Design, Build and Fault fixing. Use of Group Policy and Active Directory to control Workstation and Server behaviour across the network, auditing users & ensure it is working correctly. Ensure all backup processes for network equipment and Servers are robust running according to the backup policy. Ensure IT systems are protected against virus infections and infections are controlled in accordance with best practice. Ensure all documentation is maintained up-to-date, accurately and in an easily understood manner. Be involved in regular audits of company equipment and software used and recommend improvements and upgrades. To implement and document policies, standards and procedures, proposing upgrades and enhancements to these from the basis of own expert knowledge, and experience with the installed equipment. Liaise with key suppliers and customers to ensure the effective delivery or projects and products. Be available as part of the out of hours on call rota, and be able to effectively prioritse and troubleshoot issues affecting critical services. Pre Sales Support Support pre-sales activity escalated by the pre-sales engineer Plan, design and cost proposed solutions to meet customers' needs Serve as escalation point for the pre-sales engineer where there's greater technical complexity. Other As a senior engineer you will possess the ability to not just train your fellow team members but also the other support teams. Occasionally travel to other locations and stay overnight. Perform any other reasonable duties as required. Qualifications and experience Experienced 3rd Line engineer who has either worked as a team leader or is looking to further their career by managing a small team. Although not essentials Microsoft, Networking or Linux accreditations are a bonus. Knowledge, skills and abilities Use of Active Directory, Group policy and File permissions in Microsoft and Linux (Debian) A good understanding of basic network functions such as NAT, Spanning Tree, HSRP, VLANs, routing of traffic and the use of subnets. An ability to maintain regular backups of Servers using a mixture of backup and recovery products. An ability to configure and troubleshoot, Switches, Firewalls Routers and wireless networks. A detailed understanding of copper structured and fibre optic cabling systems The post holder will have the ability to produce Technical Documentation to an agreed standard. Keep abreast of industry technology and advise on vendor product developments.
22/04/2024
Full time
Infrastructure Team Leader Exeter - Devon - Hybrid £40,000-£50,000 The Role The Infrastructure Team is a small team of engineers with high levels of experience, competence and capabilities. This team is responsible for the design, support and delivery of high level and technical products and services and as such need to work to exacting standards of quality and professionalism at all times. The Infrastructure Team Lead role is responsible for the definition and adherence of those standards across the team. In addition, this person will assume responsibility for the availability, performance, resilience and security of the core platform and infrastructure and will undertake whatever actions necessary to ensure this within the agreed operating constraints and budget. As the company's senior engineer the post holder will provide a technical consultancy and architect service as required. Duties and responsibilities Team Leader Manage the team is a positive manner to align with business growth plans. Own the planning and administration of the infrastructure roadmap and product owner responsibilities Represent the Infrastructure team at meetings. Setting and managing regular goals and appraisals for the infrastructure team. Demonstrates consistent levels of professionalism at all times and leads by example. Core Infrastructure & Technical Architecture/Support Work within Company policies and guidelines. Be involved in the design, implementation and support for all data networks across all locations. This includes Local Area Networks and liaising with the managed WAN providers for effective fault resolution. Provide expert support for workstations & Servers running Microsoft Server / Workstation Products, Citrix, Linux. Implement and Provide expert support on storage both local and network based. Server Planning, Design, Build and Fault fixing. Use of Group Policy and Active Directory to control Workstation and Server behaviour across the network, auditing users & ensure it is working correctly. Ensure all backup processes for network equipment and Servers are robust running according to the backup policy. Ensure IT systems are protected against virus infections and infections are controlled in accordance with best practice. Ensure all documentation is maintained up-to-date, accurately and in an easily understood manner. Be involved in regular audits of company equipment and software used and recommend improvements and upgrades. To implement and document policies, standards and procedures, proposing upgrades and enhancements to these from the basis of own expert knowledge, and experience with the installed equipment. Liaise with key suppliers and customers to ensure the effective delivery or projects and products. Be available as part of the out of hours on call rota, and be able to effectively prioritse and troubleshoot issues affecting critical services. Pre Sales Support Support pre-sales activity escalated by the pre-sales engineer Plan, design and cost proposed solutions to meet customers' needs Serve as escalation point for the pre-sales engineer where there's greater technical complexity. Other As a senior engineer you will possess the ability to not just train your fellow team members but also the other support teams. Occasionally travel to other locations and stay overnight. Perform any other reasonable duties as required. Qualifications and experience Experienced 3rd Line engineer who has either worked as a team leader or is looking to further their career by managing a small team. Although not essentials Microsoft, Networking or Linux accreditations are a bonus. Knowledge, skills and abilities Use of Active Directory, Group policy and File permissions in Microsoft and Linux (Debian) A good understanding of basic network functions such as NAT, Spanning Tree, HSRP, VLANs, routing of traffic and the use of subnets. An ability to maintain regular backups of Servers using a mixture of backup and recovery products. An ability to configure and troubleshoot, Switches, Firewalls Routers and wireless networks. A detailed understanding of copper structured and fibre optic cabling systems The post holder will have the ability to produce Technical Documentation to an agreed standard. Keep abreast of industry technology and advise on vendor product developments.