Senior IT Engineer

AB Dynamics; Bradford-on-Avon; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in the technology sector is seeking a Senior IT Engineer to oversee their IT infrastructure, particularly in Microsoft 365 and Azure environments. The role involves managing IT systems, ensuring security and compliance, and providing support to junior staff. The ideal candidate will have proven experience in IT administration, strong networking knowledge, and relevant Microsoft certifications. This position offers a competitive salary and an attractive benefits package, including a discretionary bonus scheme and generous holiday allowance.

Benefits

Discretionary company bonus scheme

25 days holiday (plus bank holidays)

Generous company pension contributions

Qualifications

• Proven experience in IT administration with Microsoft 365 and Azure.
• Strong understanding of networking concepts like TCP/IP and DNS.

Responsibilities

• Overseeing and maintaining IT infrastructure focused on Microsoft 365 and Azure.
• Managing IT systems for optimal performance, security, and compliance.

Skills

IT administration

Networking concepts

Scripting languages

Education

Microsoft Certified: Azure Administrator Associate

Microsoft 365 Certified: Enterprise Administrator Expert

Tools

Microsoft 365

Azure

PowerShell

Job description

The Senior IT Engineer is responsible for overseeing and maintaining the company's IT infrastructure, with a particular focus on Microsoft 365 and Azure environments. This role involves managing and supporting IT systems, ensuring optimal performance, security, and compliance. Reporting to the Group Head of IT, the Senior IT Engineer will also provide guidance and support to junior IT staff and work closely with other departments to ensure the effective use of technology within the organization.

What will you be doing?

• Microsoft 365 and Azure Administration
• Management of the IT Infrastructure
• Security and Compliance
• Project Management
• Providing Support and Training

What are we looking for?

• Proven experience in IT administration, with a focus on Microsoft 365 and Azure.
• Microsoft certifications such as Microsoft Certified: Azure Administrator Associate, Microsoft 365 Certified: Enterprise Administrator Expert, or equivalent are desirable.
• Strong understanding of networking concepts, including TCP/IP, DNS, DHCP, and VPN. - Proficient in scripting languages (e.g., PowerShell) for automation and administration tasks.
• Experience with security best practices and tools, such as firewalls, antivirus, and intrusion detection systems.

Additional Information

We are part of the AB Dynamics Group, an innovative, dynamic listed business with a friendly and supportive working environment. In addition to competitive salaries, our attractive benefits package includes a discretionary company bonus scheme, 25 days holiday (plus bank holidays), and generous company pension contributions.

At AB Dynamics Group we set ourselves ambitious objectives and strive to work according to our values of customers, people, diversity, innovation, excellence and responsibility. We are committed to promoting equality of opportunity for all staff and job applicants. We do not discriminate against staff based on age, disability, gender reassignment, marital or civil partner status, pregnancy or maternity, race, colour, nationality, ethnic or national origin, religion or belief, sex or sexual orientation.