IT Systems Engineer

Human-CR, S.L; Chelmsford; On-site; GBP 55,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading financial services company in Chelmsford is seeking a skilled IT Systems Engineer to manage their IT infrastructure. This full-time role requires strong Azure experience and offers a salary of up to £55,000 per annum. The position is fully onsite, Monday to Friday, with no remote options available. Ideal candidates will have solid knowledge of Windows Server, VMware, and Microsoft 365, along with excellent communication skills.

Qualifications

• Experience in Azure environment is essential.
• Strong knowledge of Windows Server and virtualization technologies.

Responsibilities

• Manage and maintain the company's IT infrastructure.
• Install, configure, and support network hardware and servers.
• Monitor system performance and ensure high availability.

Skills

Azure

Communication

Problem Solving

Tools

Windows Server 2019/2022

VMware

Hyper-V

Microsoft 365

PowerShell

Veeam

AvePoint

BackupExec

Redstor

Job description

IT Systems Engineer £55,000 Financial Services Onsite in Chelmsford

An award-winning financial services company in Chelmsford is looking for an experienced IT Systems Engineer to join their growing team. This is a full-time, permanent position offering a salary of up to £55,000 per annum. The role is fully office-based, Monday to Friday remote or hybrid working is not available.

Please note: Experience working in an Azure environment in a systems or infrastructure engineering role is essential.

The Role

Youll play a key part in managing and maintaining the companys IT infrastructure. Youll be responsible for installation, configuration, monitoring, and support of systems and networks, while also contributing to major IT projects and improvements.

Key Responsibilities

• Install, configure, and maintain network hardware, servers, and IT infrastructure.
• Monitor system performance and ensure high availability.
• Perform routine system checks, backups, and patching.
• Provide technical support via phone and email across multiple systems.
• Work closely with the Network Operations Centre to ensure continuity of service.
• Manage service desk queues and handle unassigned tickets in a timely manner.
• Support office moves and new user setups.
• Maintain accurate records for cabling, patching, and asset management.
• Lead technical elements of key infrastructure and application projects.
  
  

Required Skills & Experience:

• Strong experience working in an Azure environment in a systems or infrastructure role.
• Solid knowledge of Windows Server 2019/2022, VMware or Hyper-V.
• Proficient in Microsoft 365 administration.
• PowerShell scripting experience for automation tasks.
• Familiarity with backup and recovery tools such as Veeam, AvePoint, BackupExec, or Redstor.
• Excellent communication and problem-solving skills.
• Financial services experience is desirable but not essential.
  
  

Additional Information:

• This role is based in Chelmsford, Monday to Friday.
• The position is fully onsite with no remote or hybrid working options.
  
  

If you are a technically strong systems engineer with Azure experience and are looking for a stable, office-based role within a forward-thinking financial services organisation, wed love to hear from you.

Apply today.