IT Support & Security Engineer

Spectrum IT Recruitment; Portsmouth; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading IT recruitment agency in Portsmouth seeks an enthusiastic IT Support and Security Engineer. The role supports internal users, manages security tools, and aids in Azure administration. Ideal for someone early in their career with an interest in Microsoft technologies. Competitive salary ranges from £35,000 to £40,000, within a supportive work environment.

Qualifications

• Strong interest in Microsoft technologies.
• Eager to develop skills in IT support and security.
• Understanding of security standards.

Responsibilities

• Provide IT support to internal users.
• Monitor security tools including Microsoft Defender.
• Assist in administration of Microsoft Azure services.
• Support onboarding and offboarding processes.
• Maintain documentation of IT systems.
• Collaborate with other departments.
• Ensure compliance with data protection regulations.

Skills

Microsoft 365 toolsets

MS Defender

IT support principles (ITIL)

Security practices

Microsoft 365 CoPilot

Microsoft 365 tenant administration

Endpoint management

Cloud platforms

Power Platform automation

Job description

Portsmouth HQ • Salary £35,000 - £40,000

Overview

We are seeking an enthusiastic and motivated IT Support and Security Engineer to join our team. This role is ideal for someone early in their IT career who has a strong interest in Microsoft technologies and is eager to develop their skills within a supportive environment. The successful candidate will play a key role in maintaining and securing the IT infrastructure, supporting users, and contributing to the development of the digital strategy of the company.

Responsibilities

• Provide IT support to internal users across the organisation.
• Monitor and manage security tools including Microsoft Defender.
• Assist in the administration of Microsoft Azure and Power Platform services.
• Support onboarding and offboarding processes including device setup and user access.
• Maintain documentation of IT systems, procedures, and security protocols.
• Collaborate with other departments to understand IT needs and deliver effective solutions. Stay informed about emerging technologies and contribute ideas for innovation.
• Ensure compliance with data protection regulations and company policies
• Facilitate building and secure accessibility requirements on site

Required Skills and Attributes

• Experienced with Microsoft 365 toolsets to support end users
• Knowledge of MS Defender for threat detection monitoring
• A good understanding of IT support principles (ITIL desirable)
• A good understanding of security practices and standards (ideally Secure by Design, Cyber Essentials, ISO27001).
• Familiarity with Microsoft 365 CoPilot and its use in productivity and support workflows
• Experience with Microsoft 365 tenant administration
• Exposure to endpoint management and security monitoring
• Familiarity with cloud platforms and automation tools
• Experience with Power Platform automation (Power Automate, Power BI) or Azure AI services

Spectrum IT Recruitment (South) Limited is acting as an Employment Agency in relation to this vacancy.