Senior IT Officer

TipTopJob; Oxford; On-site; GBP 38,000 - 47,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading centre in Oxford is seeking a Senior IT Officer to assist in maintaining and developing their IT infrastructure. The role involves providing second-line support, troubleshooting, and enhancing IT security. Ideal candidates will have experience in managing various IT systems and demonstrate strong communication skills, ensuring effective support for both technical and non-technical users.

Benefits

27 days leave per annum plus public holidays

Generous pension scheme

Lunches provided during term time

Qualifications

• Experience in troubleshooting and maintaining IT systems.
• Ability to explain technical issues to non-technical users.
• Experience writing scripts using PowerShell or similar.

Responsibilities

• Provide second-line IT and AV support to Centre members.
• Troubleshoot system and network problems.
• Monitor security alerts and take appropriate action.

Skills

Windows Servers

Active Directory

Group Policy

Client operating systems

PowerShell

Communication

Job description

3 weeks ago Be among the first 25 applicants

Location: Oxford OX3 0EE

Salary: A GBP 38,674 : A GBP 46,913 per annum (Depending on experience and qualifications)

The Role

The Senior IT Officer is responsible for assisting the IT Manager in the maintenance and development of all aspects of IT and AV infrastructure and for services provided within the Centre and for deputising for the IT Manager when on leave. They will also provide professional, effective and customer:focused support to Centre members and guests, providing guidance to the IT Officer as required.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide second:line IT and AV support to Centre members and guests and first:line support when the IT Officer is unavailable.
• Play a leading role in the design of new systems and services as well as maintenance and support of existing ones.
• Troubleshoot system and network problems.
• Diagnose and fix hardware or software faults.
• Monitor security alerts from systems and take appropriate action.
• Implement changes to enhance the Centres IT security posture.
• Encourage good information security practices within the Centre and ensure that systems are adequately protected against malware and unwanted intrusion.
• Write and update systems and user documentation.
• Keep records, e.g. the Asset List, up to date.
• Keep abreast of technical developments and undertake job:related training and development.
• Promote the use of the Centres audio:visual facilities for teaching, meetings, webinars, and events.
• Create user guides and provide training for the use of audio:visual facilities.
• Contribute to the development of a comprehensive Centre IT manual.
• Contribute to and act as Secretary to relevant Centre Committees.
• Set up and run audio visual equipment for events.
• Comply with Health and Safety regulations.
• Be prepared to work unusual hours on occasions in cases of operational necessity.
• Contribute to any order of business of the Centre as required by the IT Manager.
  
  

Skills And Qualifications

Ability to:

• Design, commission and maintain Windows Servers, including Active Directory, Group Policy, File Sharing, Print Server, DHCP and DNS
• Configure managed switches and wireless access points, including the use of VLANs
• Configure firewall rules
• Administer virtualisation platforms, preferably Hyper:V
• Configure storage area networks
• Identify and meet the needs of both internal and external customers to deliver a high:quality service
• Explain technical issues in an accessible way to non:technical users
• Work independently and in a team
• Communicate (verbal and written) clearly in English, as well as having excellent inter:personal skills and to show a willing can:do attitude to staff, students and visitors at all levels of the Centre
• Understand and exercise the need for confidentiality and discretion
• Analyse technical and non:technical issues, prioritise, make informed judgements, and take appropriate actions with minimal guidance from the IT Manager
• Adapt successfully to changing circumstances and identify fresh approaches.
  
  

Experience Of

• Writing scripts using PowerShell or similar
• Providing general IT support expertise
• Client operating systems (Windows and macOS) plus common applications, e.g. Microsoft Office and email clients such as Microsoft Outlook.
  
  

Benefits

• 27 days leave per annum plus public holidays Generous pension scheme Lunches provided during term time (when available)
  
  

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

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Information Technology

• Industries

  Advertising Services

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