IT Engineer- Contractor

ADECCO; Ipswich; On-site; GBP 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruitment agency, ADECCO, seeks a skilled IT Engineer for a 12-month fully onsite contract in Ipswich. The role involves managing complex IT infrastructure, ensuring robust security, and providing user support in a dynamic environment. Ideal candidates will bring expertise in enterprise IT and networking.

Benefits

12-month agency contract

Potential for extension based on performance

Fully onsite role

Qualifications

• Minimum 3 years' experience in enterprise IT.
• Strong networking knowledge (CCNA or equivalent).
• Experience with Microsoft Server.

Responsibilities

• Maintain and support cloud and on-premise IT infrastructure.
• Design and manage secure hybrid cloud systems.
• Troubleshoot network and server issues.

Skills

Networking

Problem solving

Tools

VMware

Hyper-V

VoIP

Job description

Job Title: IT Engineer
Location: Fully Onsite- Ipswich Based
Salary: Up to £60,000 per annum- DOE
Contract Type: 12-Month Agency Contract
Language Requirement: Mandarin & English

About the Role
We're recruiting on behalf of our client for a skilled IT Engineer to join their team on a 12-month agency contract. This is a fully onsite role supporting a complex global IT environment, with a focus on infrastructure, security, and responsive user support.

As part of a highly technical environment, you'll work closely with teams all over the business. This is an ideal opportunity for someone experienced in enterprise IT who thrives in a structured, hands-on role.

Key Responsibilities

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  Maintain and support cloud and on-premise IT infrastructure

  
  


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  Design and manage secure hybrid cloud systems

  
  


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  Troubleshoot network and server issues across global environments

  
  


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  Configure and manage MPLS, VPN, LAN/WAN, wireless networks, and firewalls

  
  


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  Deploy and maintain Windows/Linux servers, virtualisation platforms (VMware/Hyper-V), backup systems, and VoIP

  
  


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  Manage endpoint protection, patch management, encryption, and 2FA

  
  


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  Provide IT support for employees onsite and remotely, including onboarding and training

  
  


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  Maintain production IT equipment, CCTV, access control, and video conferencing systems

  
  


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  Participate in scheduled out-of-hours and weekend support

  
  


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  Ensure compliance with internal IT and security policies

  
  


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  Collaborate with global IT teams to develop effective solutions

  
  


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  Handle IT asset lifecycle including inventory and decommissioning

  
  

About You

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  Minimum 3 years' experience in enterprise IT (Windows, networking)

  
  


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  Strong networking knowledge (CCNA or equivalent)

  
  


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  Experience with Microsoft Server

  
  


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  Skilled in VMware/Hyper-V, VoIP, and conferencing tools

  
  


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  Familiar with endpoint security, encryption, patching, and 2FA

  
  


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  Strong problem-solving and interpersonal skills

  
  


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  Willing to work occasional evenings/weekends as required

  
  


• Mandarin speaking desireable

What's on Offer

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  Salary up to £60,000 DOE

  
  


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  12-month agency contract with the potential for extension, based on business need and performance.

  
  


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  Fully onsite role

  
  

Adecco acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and an employment business for the supply of temporary workers. The Adecco Group UK & Ireland is an Equal Opportunities Employer.

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