Senior IT Engineer in Loughton)

Ad Warrior Ltd; Chigwell; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 55,000

Job description

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.

Key Responsibilities

1. Designing and implementing efficient and reliable networks (LAN, WLAN, WAN), while configuring software, servers, routers, and other network components.
2. Monitoring network performance and integrity, proactively troubleshooting cloud and local infrastructure issues, and streamlining tasks through automation.
3. Implementing robust backup procedures for servers, ensuring comprehensive technical documentation.
4. Proposing enhancements to optimise network performance, capacity, and scalability.
5. Planning, organising, controlling, and assessing IT and electronic data operations.
6. Spearheading the design, development, implementation, and coordination of servers, policies, and procedures.
7. Ensuring alignment with user needs and server functionality, effectively contributing to organisational policy.
8. Providing help desk and technical services assistance to on-site and remote employees.
9. Managing 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:

1. 3rd Line Windows server support
2. Demonstrable VMware skills
3. MS Exchange
4. Internet & routing protocols
5. SQL Support
6. Understanding of Cloud Computing
7. Network Security and Architecture Experience
8. Microsoft Windows
9. Active Directory and similar tools
10. PC and Printer Hardware
11. Microsoft Office
12. Outlook
13. Networking Protocols/technologies
14. Server Administration
15. NAS, SAN Storage Device Maintenance
16. Disaster Recovery and Backup Management
17. Veritas, Veeam and Windows Backup
18. Sound Knowledge on Hyper V and VMWare
19. Sound knowledge on CISCO Meraki Firewalls
20. Sound knowledge of servers and troubleshooting issues with Microsoft exchange and technical errors
21. Sound knowledge of CCTV and any technical issues

Personal Attributes:

1. Ability to build strong professional relationships with others at all levels of the business
2. Ability to work proactively under own initiative and to take ownership of tasks allocated to them
3. Clean UK driving licence and willingness to drive company vehicles (not essential)
4. 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.