Overview
IT Systems Engineer - Onsite - Tamworth 60/40 Project work. Microsoft, Azure Active Directory, M365 - Intune, Defender.
Responsibilities
* Configure and manage Hyper-V virtualization environments.
* Develop and maintain Standard Operating Procedures for Windows virtualization environment, Active Directory, and Windows Server administration.
* Diagnose and troubleshoot problems with the virtualization 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
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