Application Support Engineer Cambridge/Hybrid (2-days 'in-office' per week) This is an exciting opportunity to join the business as Applications Engineer (6-month FTC) and be at the forefront of Information Technology within a defence focused business. Due to the nature of our client’s business - we can only accept UK nationals who can obtain security clearance - please note. Qualifications: * Methodological approach to the introduction of New Software, Applications and Services, to the environment, therefore project management experience, qualifications is beneficial. * A thorough administrator level understanding of Windows 10 and Server 2016: * Experience of Windows registry and file system. * Experience of Microsoft Group Policies and Active Directory Scripting using tools such as PowerShell. * Windows 10 support and patch management using WSUS, LANDesk (or equivalent desktop management tools). * Experience of working in a Citrix 7.x environment. * Knowledge and practical experience of application packaging, customisation and deployment methodologies and toolsets. * Application virtualisation (App-V) on current Windows 10 with centralised management. * Experience of delivering Engineering tools application support – (Autodesk, Catia would be an advantage). * Experience of Server management and knowledge of VMWare would be an advantage. * Experience of Microsoft Office 2016, 2019 and above deployment and customisation. * Experience of contributing to the development of the deployment service, particularly relating to the development of technical methodologies, best practice, policies, procedures and associated documentation. * Experience of Systems management, using iVanti or SCCM as the deployment infrastructure. * Knowledge and experience with ITSM/ITIL V3 Reference model. * Good logical diagnostic skills, ability to troubleshoot and resolve complex technical issues such as registry-related application problems, clashes between applications etc. * Good report writing and communication skills. * Capable of meeting deadlines and following a defined schedule. * Able to innovate and convince others of the argument for change. * Willing to get stuck into the ‘unknown’ and be persistent