IT Systems Engineer

Amtis Professional Ltd; Stafford; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading technology provider is seeking an experienced IT Systems Engineer to manage virtualization environments and ensure system security on-site in Tamworth. The ideal candidate will possess significant experience with Microsoft systems, excellent troubleshooting skills, and the ability to work in a dynamic environment. Responsibilities include configuring Hyper-V environments, implementing IT security protocols, and contributing to project work. Competitive salary offered.

Qualifications

• Significant experience in designing and managing Microsoft environments.
• Expert in deploying IT security protocols.
• Excellent PowerShell scripting and automation skills.

Responsibilities

• Configure and manage Hyper-V virtualization environments.
• Develop Standard Operating Procedures for Windows administration.
• Diagnose and troubleshoot problems with the virtualisation environment.
• Evaluate and implement system upgrade strategies.
• Design and implement secure systems and network policies.

Skills

IT Security Protocols

Project management

PowerShell scripting

Active Directory

GDPR

Customer service

Network troubleshooting

Job description

Overview

IT Systems Engineer - Onsite - Tamworth 60/40 Project work. Microsoft, Azure Active Directory, M365 - Intune, Defender,

We seek a skilled Network Systems Engineer with significant experience in virtualisation. Microsoft Windows Server, Active Directory, MS Azure, M365 configuration & troubleshooting (Intune, Defender, Purview). In this role, you will be responsible for day-to-day administration, support, and troubleshooting in a dynamic, high-volume environment with multiple configurations. Working on project 60% of the time you must have experience planning and installing new upgrades and resolving problems remotely and on-site. Your expertise in cloud-based solutions and virtualisation technologies will be critical in this role, as will your ability to work with complex solutions and coordinate activities with other technical personnel as appropriate.

Responsibilities

• Configure and manage Hyper-V virtualization environments.
• Develop and maintain Standard Operating Procedures for Windows virtualisation environment, Active Directory, and Windows Server administration.
• Diagnose and troubleshoot problems with the virtualisation environment, including Microsoft and Linux operating systems.
• Evaluate products and upgrades for appropriateness, oversee and implement system upgrade strategies.
• Lead the design, implementation, and maintenance of complex solutions, coordinating activities with other technical personnel as appropriate.
• Develop and analyse highly complex system standards, thresholds, and recommendations to maximize system performance.
• Conduct capacity planning reviews with management and approve capacity plans formulated by less experienced personnel.
• Develop strategies to manage the frequency of appropriate support packages/patch applications.
• Monitor server backups and network uptime maintenance and provide appropriate recommendations when required.
• Liaise with 3rd party vendors for support and procurement
• Coordinate proposals and work estimates involving various system administration projects and solutions with business development personnel.
• Design and implement secure systems, network policies and procedures, and provide technical guidance to the team.

Knowledge and Skills Required

• Significant experience in designing, implementing, and managing Microsoft Windows and Hyper-V environments.
• IT Security Protocols , expert in deploying IT security protocols, managing cybersecurity measures, and ensuring robust network defence strategies.
• Security Compliance Acumen, proficient in IT security compliance, with a strong grasp of risk management and adherence to global cybersecurity regulations.
• Effective project management experience.
• Knowledge and working experience with Active Directory.
• DR/BCP Experience
• Expertise in network data centre environments.
• Excellent PowerShell scripting and automation skills to automate repetitive tasks and build small to medium-complexity automated solutions.
• Database Administration Skills are welcome (MS SQL, MySQL).
• Outstanding customer service skills.
• Strong organisational, troubleshooting, decision-making, and analytical skills.
• Ability to work with limited supervision, self-starter, and strong time management skills.
• Ability to adapt to handle competing work demands and work flexible hours.
• GDPR
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills and ability to communicate technical issues to non- technical audiences.
• Ability to work flexible hours
• Some travel for installation or upgrades will be required.