We seek a skilled Network Systems Engineer with significant experience in virtualisation.
Microsoft Windows Server, Active Directory, MS Azure, Exchange Online/O365 configuration & troubleshooting.
Having working experience with Dell/EMC SANs, SonicWall and networks monitoring and configuration.
In this role, you will be responsible for our network's day-to-day administration, support, and troubleshooting in a dynamic, high-volume environment with multiple configurations.
You must have experience planning and installing new software or upgrades and resolving problems remotely and on-site.
Your expertise in cloud-based solutions and virtualisation technologies will be critical in this role, as will your ability to work with complex solutions and coordinate activities with other technical personnel as appropriate.Main Duties:
• Configure and manage Microsoft Windows domain and Hyper-V virtualization environments.
• Develop and maintain Standard Operating Procedures for Windows virtualisation environment, Active Directory, and Windows Server administration.
• Diagnose and troubleshoot problems with the virtualisation environment, including Microsoft and Linux operating systems.
• Evaluate products and upgrades for appropriateness, oversee and implement system upgrade strategies.
• Maintain Dell server environment across multiple locations.
• Provide 3rd Level support to Helpdesk engineers.
• 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.Essential Skills and Experience
• Significant experience in designing, implementing, and managing Microsoft Windows and Hyper-V environments, including Dell EMC SAN
• MCSE certification
• CCNA certification
• IT Security Protocols Mastery, 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 DirectoryDR/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.
• Outstanding customer service skills.
• Strong organizational, 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.Desirable Skills and Experience
• Security certification an advantage
• Database Administration Skills are welcome (MS SQL, MySQL).
• GDPROption to purchase up to 5 extra days annual leaveHealth Cashback PlanPension SchemeLife AssuranceFree ParkingSite Location: Scolmore House, Tamworth, B79 7UL