2nd Line IT Engineer

Tank Recruitment; Oxford; Hybrid; GBP 30,000 - 37,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

25 days holiday

Flexible/hybrid working

Healthcare cash plan

Discounted gym membership

Cycle to work

Electric vehicle scheme

Paid charity day

On-site parking

Job summary

Tank Recruitment is seeking a 2nd Line IT Engineer to join a well-established MSP in the Oxford area. You will handle escalation support, troubleshoot complex incidents, and assist with project work across Windows, macOS, and Microsoft 365 environments.

The role offers hybrid working options, a salary of £30,000–£37,000, and opportunities for professional development within a reputable company that values staff progression and a positive workplace culture.

Qualifications

• Strong knowledge of Windows 11 installation and configuration.
• Strong knowledge of macOS installation and configuration.
• Solid experience with the Microsoft 365 administrative suite (Intune, SharePoint, Teams, Exchange, Entra ID).
• Exposure to email filtering technologies (Mimecast, Barracuda, or similar).
• Exposure to Microsoft Server operating systems and server roles.
• Working knowledge of networking fundamentals (firewalls, switches, wireless).
• At least 2 years' experience supporting medium-to-large businesses.
• Good scripting and automation knowledge.
• Excellent communication and customer service skills.
• Strong troubleshooting and problem-resolution ability.
• Minimum 3 years' IT experience in a corporate or service-based environment.
• Full driving licence and own transport.
• Willingness to undergo a DBS check.

Responsibilities

• Acting as first point of contact for incoming support calls, emails, and remote sessions where required.
• Serving as an escalation point for apprentice and Tier 1 engineers.
• Logging all support interactions accurately and keeping clients updated throughout.
• Managing incidents and requests in line with agreed SLAs.
• Supporting continuous improvement initiatives alongside the Tier 2 Manager.
• Mentoring and supporting apprentice and Tier 1 engineers.
• Liaising daily with clients on open tickets and managing expectations.
• Working with clients’ third-party suppliers and vendors as needed.
• Maintaining and improving cloud infrastructure.
• Drafting Requests for Change.
• Managing client on/offboarding processes end-to-end.
• Keeping client documentation accurate and up to date.

Skills

Windows 11

macOS

Microsoft 365 admin suite

Intune

Email filtering tech

Microsoft Server OS

Networking fundamentals

Scripting & automation

Communication skills

2+ years IT experience

Driving licence

DBS check

Tools

Mimecast

Barracuda

Intune

SharePoint

Teams

Exchange

Entra ID

Job description

Role: 2nd Line IT Engineer

Type: Full Time, Permanent

Salary: £30,000 - £37,000

About the Role

My client, a well-established and multi-award-winning Managed Service Provider, is looking to recruit an experienced 2nd Line Engineer to join their growing technical team. This is a fantastic opportunity to join a business that has built a strong reputation for technical excellence, staff development, and a genuinely positive workplace culture.

My client has achieved consistent year-on-year growth and holds accreditations across IT security, cloud, and managed services, including recognised partner-level status with leading security vendors. They pride themselves on investing in their people, supporting internal progression, and creating an environment where employees can thrive both professionally and personally.

The Role

The Tier 2 team is responsible for supporting, investigating, and resolving issues across my client's MSP customer base, ensuring all tickets are handled promptly and to a high standard.

Key Responsibilities

• Acting as first point of contact for incoming support calls, emails, and remote sessions where required
• Serving as an escalation point for apprentice and Tier 1 engineers
• Logging all support interactions accurately and keeping clients updated throughout
• Managing incidents and requests in line with agreed SLAs
• Supporting continuous improvement initiatives alongside the Tier 2 Manager
• Mentoring and supporting apprentice and Tier 1 engineers
• Liaising daily with clients on open tickets and managing expectations
• Working with clients’ third-party suppliers and vendors as needed
• Maintaining and improving cloud infrastructure
• Drafting Requests for Change
• Managing client on/offboarding processes end-to-end
• Keeping client documentation accurate and up to date

What We’re Looking For

Essential:

• Strong knowledge of Windows 11 installation and configuration
• Strong knowledge of macOS installation and configuration
• Solid experience with the Microsoft 365 administrative suite (Intune, SharePoint, Teams, Exchange, Entra ID)
• Exposure to email filtering technologies (e.g. Mimecast, Barracuda, or similar)
• Exposure to Microsoft Server operating systems and server roles
• Working knowledge of networking fundamentals (firewalls, switches, wireless)
• At least 2 years' experience supporting medium-to-large businesses
• Good scripting and automation knowledge
• Excellent communication and customer service skills
• Strong troubleshooting and problem-resolution ability
• Comfortable working independently under pressure
• Minimum 3 years' IT experience in a corporate or service-based environment
• Full driving licence and own transport
• Willingness to undergo a DBS check

Desirable:

• Relevant security/firewall vendor certifications
• Microsoft certifications (e.g. MS-102, MD-102, MS-700, AZ-900)
• Apple support certifications
• CompTIA A+
• Wireless management platform experience
• Group Policy/Intune policy deployment experience
• Previous MSP experience

What’s on Offer

• 25 days' holiday, rising with service, plus bank holidays
• Flexible/hybrid working options
• Healthcare cash plan
• Discounted gym membership
• Cycle to work scheme
• Electric vehicle scheme
• Paid charity day
• On-site parking