Senior IT Engineer

Ad Warrior; Essex; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

A reputable company located in Essex seeks a Senior IT Engineer to oversee critical IT infrastructure, implement network solutions, and provide help desk support. Candidates should have strong knowledge in server administration, networking protocols, and cloud computing, along with at least 3 years of experience in a similar role. The salary ranges from £30,000 to £55,000 per annum with potential for rich professional growth.

Qualifications

• Experience of 3 years in a similar role (desirable).

Responsibilities

• Design and implement efficient and reliable networks.
• Monitor network performance and troubleshoot issues.
• Implement robust backup procedures for servers.
• Propose enhancements to optimize network performance.
• Manage IT and electronic data operations.

Skills

3rd Line Windows server support

Demonstrable VMware skills

MS Exchange

Internet & routing protocols

SQL Support

Understanding of Cloud Computing

Network Security and Architecture Experience

Microsoft Windows

Active Directory

PC and Printer Hardware

Microsoft Office

Networking Protocols/technologies

Server Administration

NAS, SAN Storage Device Maintenance

Disaster Recovery and Backup Management

Veritas, Veeam and Windows Backup

Knowledge on Hyper V and VMWare

Knowledge on CISCO Meraki Firewalls

Knowledge of CCTV technical issues

Job description

Overview

Senior IT Engineer

Location: Loughton, Essex

Salary: £30,000 - £55,000 per annum

An exciting opportunity has arisen for an exceptional individual to work closely with the managing director of a busy Accountancy & Tax practice and Property Development Company working on projects in North East London/West Essex.

The Role

In this role, you will be expected to provide first class support in overseeing and ensuring the smooth functioning of critical IT infrastructure, encompassing operating systems, security tools, applications, servers, email systems, laptops, desktops, software, and hardware.

Responsibilities

• Designing and implementing efficient and reliable networks (LAN, WLAN, WAN), while configuring software, servers, routers, and other network components.
• Monitoring network performance and integrity, proactively troubleshoot cloud and local infrastructure issues, and streamline tasks through automation.
• Implementing robust backup procedures for servers, ensuring comprehensive technical documentation.
• Proposing enhancements to optimise network performance, capacity, and scalability.
• Planned, organised, controlled, and assessed IT and electronic data operations.
• Spearheaded the design, development, implementation, and coordination of servers, policies, and procedures.
• Ensured alignment with user needs and server functionality, effectively contributing to organisational policy.
• Provide help desk and technical services assistance to on-site and remote employees.
• Manage all aspects of the implementation and operation of information and functional systems for the organisation, including software applications, network, phone systems and end-user computers.

Skills and Qualifications

Technical Skills:

• 3rd Line Windows server support
• Demonstrable VMware skills
• MS Exchange
• Internet & routing protocols
• SQL Support
• Understanding of Cloud Computing
• Network Security and Architecture Experience
• Microsoft Windows
• Active Directory and similar tools
• PC and Printer Hardware
• Microsoft Office
• Outlook
• Networking Protocols/technologies
• Server Administration.
• NAS, SAN Storage Device Maintenance.
• Disaster Recovery and Backup Management.
• Veritas, Veeam and Windows Backup.
• Sound Knowledge on Hyper V and VMWare.
• Sound knowledge on CISCO Meraki Firewalls.IT
• Sound knowledge of servers and troubleshooting issues with Microsoft exchange and technical errors.
• Sound knowledge of CCTV and any technical issues.

Personal Attributes:

• Ability to build strong professional relationship with others at all levels of the business
• Ability to work proactively under own initiative and to take ownership of tasks allocated to them
• Clean UK driving licence and willingness to drive company vehicles (not essential)
• Experience of 3 years in a similar role (desirable)

To Apply

If you are a suitable candidate and would like to work for this reputable company, please do not hesitate to apply.