Security and IT Technician

SpaceAM Ltd.; United Kingdom; Remote; GBP 28,000 - 38,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Funded certification

Mentoring program

Cyber Essentials Plus / Defense Cyber

Job summary

SpaceAM Ltd. seeks a Security and IT Technician to join a small, hands-on team. You will support the service desk, device management, user access and day-to-day security operations in a cloud-first Microsoft environment in the UK.

This is a practical role with mentoring and funded certifications, offering on-the-job learning and a clear path to a Security and IT Engineer role. BPSS checks are required, and you must be eligible for UK SC clearance with five years residency, plus a full UK driving

Qualifications

• 1 to 3 years of experience in IT support or a similar role, or a completed IT apprenticeship.
• Hands-on experience with Microsoft 365 and Windows 11 administration.
• Certifications such as CompTIA A+, Network+ or Security+, or Microsoft MD-102 or SC-900.

Responsibilities

• Be the first point of contact for IT support for Windows and macOS users.
• Set up, enrol, support and retire laptops and mobile devices using Microsoft Intune.
• Manage user accounts, licences and access in Microsoft 365 and Entra ID for starters, movers and leavers.
• Monitor security alerts, carry out first-line triage and
• Ensure physical security procedures are adhered to and carried out.
• Help run monthly patching and vulnerability remediation within set deadlines.
• Check that backups completed, and carry out routine network and infrastructure tasks.
• Keep asset and software records accurate, and gather evidence for security audits.
• Liaise with IT suppliers and help with hardware and licence purchasing.

Skills

Microsoft 365

Windows 11 administration

Intune

Entra ID

Apple device management

EDR tools

Vulnerability scanning

Security basics

Networking basics

Written communication

Education

IT apprenticeship

Tools

Microsoft Intune

Entra ID

Apple device management

Microsoft 365

Job description

We are looking for a Security and IT Technician to join our small, hands-on Security and IT team. You will keep our people productive and our environment and systems secure. Your work will cover the service desk, device management, user access and day-to-day security operations.

This is a varied, practical role in a modern, cloud-first Microsoft environment. It is a good fit for someone with a support background who wants to build a career in security and IT. You will learn on the job, with mentoring, and develop your skills through funded certifications.

What you will do

• Be the first point of contact for IT support for Windows and macOS users.
• Set up, enrol, support and retire laptops and mobile devices using Microsoft Intune.
• Manage user accounts, licences and access in Microsoft 365 and Entra ID for starters, movers and leavers.
• Monitor security alerts, carry out first-line triage and
• Ensure physical security procedures are adhered to and carried out.
• Help run monthly patching and vulnerability remediation within set deadlines.
• Check that backups completed, and carry out routine network and infrastructure tasks.
• Keep asset and software records accurate, and gather evidence for security audits.
• Liaise with IT suppliers and help with hardware and licence purchasing.

What we are looking for

• 1 to 3 years of experience in IT support or a similar role, or a completed IT apprenticeship.
• Hands-on experience with Microsoft 365 and Windows 11 administration.
• A good grasp of security basics: MFA, patching, phishing and least privilege.
• Networking fundamentals: TCP/IP, DNS, DHCP and Wi‑Fi.
• Clear written communication. You will write tickets, guides and records others rely on.
• A methodical approach. You follow process and check your work.
• Experience with Microsoft Intune, Entra ID or Apple device management.
• Exposure to endpoint detection and response (EDR) tools or vulnerability scanning.
• Experience in a regulated or certified environment, such as Cyber Essentials Plus or Defense Cyber Security.
• Certifications such as CompTIA A+, Network+ or Security+, or Microsoft MD-102 or SC-900.
• A full UK driving licence.

Security requirements

Because of the nature of our work, the successful candidate must complete Baseline Personnel Security Standard (BPSS) checks before starting. They must also be eligible for and willing to undergo UK Security Check (SC) clearance. SC clearance normally requires at least five years’ residency in the UK. Applicants must have the right to work in the UK.

What we offer

• One funded professional certification, such as CompTIA Security+ , Microsoft MD-102, ISO 27001 Foundation or equivalent.
• Structured mentoring and a clear route to a Security and IT Engineer role.
• Hands‑on experience of a certified (Cyber Essentials Plus) environment, working towards Defense Cyber Security.

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