JOB DESCRIPTION The successful candidate will perform a mixture of operational and development activities supporting Next's Retail Estate About the Team Working in a team of 5, you will be supporting both our head office and multi-site IT estate that in turn service our 700+ retail stores. About the Role In this role, you will work with a variety of on-premise technologies that are used to ensure our retail stores and their wider business functions operate correctly and optimally. You'll get involved with the estate-wide deployment of our in-house developed retail software, provide third-line infrastructure support to our retail systems and deliver IT and business driven projects. As Next IT continues its journey into Cloud and hybrid solutions, you will progressively assist future activities that look to understand and utilise the Microsoft Azure cloud. Operational activities include proactive system monitoring, incident management and resolution, change/problem/request management, disaster recovery, capacity management and software deployments. Development activities include delivery of new infrastructure platforms and solutions that meet Next's business and security requirements. You will use a combination of physical, virtualised and cloud platforms to design, build and deploy infrastructure and supporting systems. Maintain all documentation for our systems ensuring they are up to date, incorporating standard processes, maintenance and DR. There are flexible working options available with this role, including home working Essential Criteria Experience of supporting a multi-site enterprise IT environment and providing third line support of servers, workstations and peripherals. A track record in developing, implementing and maintaining a resilient Windows Server infrastructure. This includes Active Directory, Site Topologies, DNS and DHCP. Windows Failover Clustering experience. PowerShell scripting knowledge and scripted automation experience. Internet Information Services (IIS). SQL Server O/S build, software deployment and security patching using Microsoft SCCM Proactive system monitoring using Microsoft SCOM. Experience of managing Android based devices using MDM software. Experience of developing and supporting Microsoft Hyper-V clusters. Experience of IT change management and configuration management processes. A strong technical background Talent for solving problems Ability to plan and prioritise a busy workload Desirable Criteria Industry recognised qualifications such as MCP, MCSE. Experience of Microsoft Azure cloud technologies. Experience of SureMDM Mobile Device Management. Cisco Meraki Cloud Networking experience. HP/Dell Server Hardware Experience. Experience of IT estates in a retail environment. An understanding of Agile software development methodologies. Project management & planning principles. ABOUT US You know Next, but did you know we're a FTSE-100 retail company employing over 35,000 people across the UK and Ireland. We're the UK's 2nd largest fashion retailer and for Kidswear we're the market leader. At the last count we have over 500 stores, plus the Next Online and it's now possible to buy on-line from over 70 countries around the world! So we've gone global! ABOUT SOME OF OUR BENEFITS 25% off a huge selection of Next, Lipsy & Victoria's Secret products Company performance based bonus Sharesave scheme On-site Nursery available; OFSTED outstanding in all areas 10% off most partner brands & up to 15% off Branded Beauty Early VIP access to sale stock Access to fantastic discounts at our Staff Shops Restaurants with great food at amazing prices Access a 24/7 digital GP and other free health and wellbeing services Free on-site parking We aim to support all candidates during the application process and are happy to provide workplace adjustments when necessary. Should you need support with your application due to a disability or long-term condition, feel free to get in touch with us by email (please include 'Workplace Adjustments' in the subject line), or call us on and leave a voicemail.
Apr 19, 2024
Full time
JOB DESCRIPTION The successful candidate will perform a mixture of operational and development activities supporting Next's Retail Estate About the Team Working in a team of 5, you will be supporting both our head office and multi-site IT estate that in turn service our 700+ retail stores. About the Role In this role, you will work with a variety of on-premise technologies that are used to ensure our retail stores and their wider business functions operate correctly and optimally. You'll get involved with the estate-wide deployment of our in-house developed retail software, provide third-line infrastructure support to our retail systems and deliver IT and business driven projects. As Next IT continues its journey into Cloud and hybrid solutions, you will progressively assist future activities that look to understand and utilise the Microsoft Azure cloud. Operational activities include proactive system monitoring, incident management and resolution, change/problem/request management, disaster recovery, capacity management and software deployments. Development activities include delivery of new infrastructure platforms and solutions that meet Next's business and security requirements. You will use a combination of physical, virtualised and cloud platforms to design, build and deploy infrastructure and supporting systems. Maintain all documentation for our systems ensuring they are up to date, incorporating standard processes, maintenance and DR. There are flexible working options available with this role, including home working Essential Criteria Experience of supporting a multi-site enterprise IT environment and providing third line support of servers, workstations and peripherals. A track record in developing, implementing and maintaining a resilient Windows Server infrastructure. This includes Active Directory, Site Topologies, DNS and DHCP. Windows Failover Clustering experience. PowerShell scripting knowledge and scripted automation experience. Internet Information Services (IIS). SQL Server O/S build, software deployment and security patching using Microsoft SCCM Proactive system monitoring using Microsoft SCOM. Experience of managing Android based devices using MDM software. Experience of developing and supporting Microsoft Hyper-V clusters. Experience of IT change management and configuration management processes. A strong technical background Talent for solving problems Ability to plan and prioritise a busy workload Desirable Criteria Industry recognised qualifications such as MCP, MCSE. Experience of Microsoft Azure cloud technologies. Experience of SureMDM Mobile Device Management. Cisco Meraki Cloud Networking experience. HP/Dell Server Hardware Experience. Experience of IT estates in a retail environment. An understanding of Agile software development methodologies. Project management & planning principles. ABOUT US You know Next, but did you know we're a FTSE-100 retail company employing over 35,000 people across the UK and Ireland. We're the UK's 2nd largest fashion retailer and for Kidswear we're the market leader. At the last count we have over 500 stores, plus the Next Online and it's now possible to buy on-line from over 70 countries around the world! So we've gone global! ABOUT SOME OF OUR BENEFITS 25% off a huge selection of Next, Lipsy & Victoria's Secret products Company performance based bonus Sharesave scheme On-site Nursery available; OFSTED outstanding in all areas 10% off most partner brands & up to 15% off Branded Beauty Early VIP access to sale stock Access to fantastic discounts at our Staff Shops Restaurants with great food at amazing prices Access a 24/7 digital GP and other free health and wellbeing services Free on-site parking We aim to support all candidates during the application process and are happy to provide workplace adjustments when necessary. Should you need support with your application due to a disability or long-term condition, feel free to get in touch with us by email (please include 'Workplace Adjustments' in the subject line), or call us on and leave a voicemail.
Robert Half are working with an etsbalished professional services organisation based in Taunton as they look to recruit an Infrastructure Engineer on a permanent basis The role My client is committed to delivering innovative and reliable solutions to their people and clients, leveraging cutting-edge technologies like Azure and Office 365 to empower the businesses and drive growth. I am seeking a talented Azure and Office 365 Engineer to join their dynamic IT team. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in cloud technologies, particularly Azure and Office 365, with a passion for designing, implementing, and managing robust solutions for the business. Responsibilities; Design, deploy, and manage Azure and Office 365 environments, ensuring high availability, scalability, and security. Collaborate with end users to understand their business requirements and provide tailored solutions that meet their needs. Migrate on-premises infrastructure and workloads to Azure and Office 365, leveraging best practices and minimising downtime. Implement and configure Azure services such as Virtual Machines, Azure Active Directory, Azure Networking, Azure Storage, and Azure Backup. Configure and manage Office 365 services including Exchange Online, SharePoint Online, OneDrive for Business, and Teams. Monitor system performance, troubleshoot issues, and optimise resources to ensure optimal performance and cost-effectiveness. Implement security measures and compliance controls to protect data and meet regulatory requirements. Provide technical guidance and support, resolving issues and addressing concerns in a timely manner. Stay current with industry trends and emerging technologies, continuously enhancing skills and knowledge to drive innovation and improvement. Experience: Have 3+ years of experience in designing, implementing, and managing Azure and Office 365 environments Demonstrate in-depth knowledge of Azure services and Office 365 applications, with hands-on experience in deployment and administration Have a strong understanding of networking concepts, security principles, and compliance standards relevant to cloud environments Be proficient in PowerShell Scripting for automation and management tasks Show excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to effectively collaborate with clients and team members Pride yourself on your strong problem solving skills and the ability to troubleshoot complex technical issues Salary/working pattern: £40,000-£45,000 Hybrid working (3 days on site 2 from home) Robert Half Ltd acts as an employment business for temporary positions and an employment agency for permanent positions. Robert Half is committed to equal opportunity and diversity. Suitable candidates with equivalent qualifications and more or less experience can apply. Rates of pay and salary ranges are dependent upon your experience, qualifications and training. If you wish to apply, please read our Privacy Notice describing how we may process, disclose and store your personal data: Security alert: scammers are currently targeting jobseekers. Robert Half do not ask candidates for a fee or request candidates to send applications through instant messaging services such as WhatsApp or Telegram. Learn how to protect yourself by visiting our website:
Apr 17, 2024
Full time
Robert Half are working with an etsbalished professional services organisation based in Taunton as they look to recruit an Infrastructure Engineer on a permanent basis The role My client is committed to delivering innovative and reliable solutions to their people and clients, leveraging cutting-edge technologies like Azure and Office 365 to empower the businesses and drive growth. I am seeking a talented Azure and Office 365 Engineer to join their dynamic IT team. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in cloud technologies, particularly Azure and Office 365, with a passion for designing, implementing, and managing robust solutions for the business. Responsibilities; Design, deploy, and manage Azure and Office 365 environments, ensuring high availability, scalability, and security. Collaborate with end users to understand their business requirements and provide tailored solutions that meet their needs. Migrate on-premises infrastructure and workloads to Azure and Office 365, leveraging best practices and minimising downtime. Implement and configure Azure services such as Virtual Machines, Azure Active Directory, Azure Networking, Azure Storage, and Azure Backup. Configure and manage Office 365 services including Exchange Online, SharePoint Online, OneDrive for Business, and Teams. Monitor system performance, troubleshoot issues, and optimise resources to ensure optimal performance and cost-effectiveness. Implement security measures and compliance controls to protect data and meet regulatory requirements. Provide technical guidance and support, resolving issues and addressing concerns in a timely manner. Stay current with industry trends and emerging technologies, continuously enhancing skills and knowledge to drive innovation and improvement. Experience: Have 3+ years of experience in designing, implementing, and managing Azure and Office 365 environments Demonstrate in-depth knowledge of Azure services and Office 365 applications, with hands-on experience in deployment and administration Have a strong understanding of networking concepts, security principles, and compliance standards relevant to cloud environments Be proficient in PowerShell Scripting for automation and management tasks Show excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to effectively collaborate with clients and team members Pride yourself on your strong problem solving skills and the ability to troubleshoot complex technical issues Salary/working pattern: £40,000-£45,000 Hybrid working (3 days on site 2 from home) Robert Half Ltd acts as an employment business for temporary positions and an employment agency for permanent positions. Robert Half is committed to equal opportunity and diversity. Suitable candidates with equivalent qualifications and more or less experience can apply. Rates of pay and salary ranges are dependent upon your experience, qualifications and training. If you wish to apply, please read our Privacy Notice describing how we may process, disclose and store your personal data: Security alert: scammers are currently targeting jobseekers. Robert Half do not ask candidates for a fee or request candidates to send applications through instant messaging services such as WhatsApp or Telegram. Learn how to protect yourself by visiting our website:
About Us: Metropolitan Thames Valley Housing has a vision that ?everyone has a home and the opportunity to live well?; that means working with partners to create sustainable and vibrant neighbourhoods where our customers want to live. With 57,000 homes and more than 120,000 residents and customers, we have a real opportunity to make that vision a reality. Our people care, dare, and collaborate to ensure we achieve this People Powered Living. This is a full-time permanent role, with hybrid working (at least two days in the office). You will be based at our office in Farringdon, London, and will be required to travel to our office in Twickenham on Tuesdays for weekly team meetings. This role: We are recruiting for an Infrastructure Engineer to join the busy and dynamic Infrastructure Architecture Team. You will be joining at an interesting time in the growing team where you will be afforded the opportunity to make your mark on the Microsoft Active Directory and Server estate and ongoing transformation. You will administer the day-to-day operations of IT infrastructure and services. Work with the Architecture, Service Delivery, and Service Desk Teams, as well as the wider Technology Department to effectively support and administer the full lifecycle of IT infrastructure operations, services, projects, and initiatives. What you'll need to succeed: 5+ years of Windows Active Directory and server administration Experience in managing hundreds of server VM?s in a VMware vSphere and MS Active Directory domain environment, synchronised with Azure AD/Entra ID Experience with enterprise data storage systems Office 365 administration and PowerShell scripting Advanced troubleshooting, root cause analysis, and optimisation experience Knowledge of VMware virtualised infrastructure and operations Experience with enterprise data storage systems Experience in managing complex LAN, WAN infrastructure, and data centre operations and exposure to SIEM operations Experience with backup and disaster recovery solutions, specifically Veeam Administration of Gateways and Internet content filtering solutions Change management processes Project management and delivery Microsoft Windows Server 2016 or 2019 certifications Excellent demand management, planning, organisation and prioritisation skills Ability to undertake out-of-hours work, during the evenings and at weekends Experience with ITIL environments and processes, preferably using ServiceNow To meet our commitment to providing safe, high-quality services to our customers we will complete a basic background check with the Disclosure and Barring service once an offer of employment is made. Interview dates: 1st interviews 25/04, 2nd interviews 26 & 29/04 Please see the attached job description and recruitment notes available for direct applicants & agencies. Please note we are only looking for London based applicants. Please note :- we do not currently offer visa sponsorship. What?s in it for you? Our benefits include:- 28 days annual leave plus 8 bank holidays (pro rata for part time) per year 2 volunteering days per year for things like helping out in local communities An additional ?Beliefs day? once a year to have an extra a day off Enhanced pension with matched contributions of up to 9% Life assurance cover 3 x your salary Health cash plan scheme for your everyday healthcare needs which you can add your family members too Tenancy deposit ? interest free loan to help with rental deposits Access to extensive learning and training opportunities with Wisebox platform Colleague virtual social platform with our workplace pages where you can keep up to date with the organisational activity and link in with colleagues Career progression across the organisation with our mentoring programme and apprenticeships We are committed to the wellbeing of our colleagues and support this as an organisation About us Learn more about our benefits and organisation by viewing our attached document Our promise Here at Metropolitan Thames Valley Housing (MTVH) we want to capture the value that difference brings and are committed to promoting equality, diversity and inclusion. We work collaboratively ?Serving people better every day? to educate, support and develop all of our diverse employees and the communities that we serve. We want every employee and every customer to feel comfortable enough to be their true self and are working tirelessly in the background to create an environment that encourages our employees to challenge non-inclusive behaviours and to be mindful of their own and other?s wellbeing. Our core values of Dare, Care and Collaborate demonstrate that we are a people focused business, solving social issues by working together! We reserve the right to close this vacancy early if a suitable candidate is found so we do encourage you to complete the application as soon as possible to avoid disappointment.
Apr 17, 2024
Full time
About Us: Metropolitan Thames Valley Housing has a vision that ?everyone has a home and the opportunity to live well?; that means working with partners to create sustainable and vibrant neighbourhoods where our customers want to live. With 57,000 homes and more than 120,000 residents and customers, we have a real opportunity to make that vision a reality. Our people care, dare, and collaborate to ensure we achieve this People Powered Living. This is a full-time permanent role, with hybrid working (at least two days in the office). You will be based at our office in Farringdon, London, and will be required to travel to our office in Twickenham on Tuesdays for weekly team meetings. This role: We are recruiting for an Infrastructure Engineer to join the busy and dynamic Infrastructure Architecture Team. You will be joining at an interesting time in the growing team where you will be afforded the opportunity to make your mark on the Microsoft Active Directory and Server estate and ongoing transformation. You will administer the day-to-day operations of IT infrastructure and services. Work with the Architecture, Service Delivery, and Service Desk Teams, as well as the wider Technology Department to effectively support and administer the full lifecycle of IT infrastructure operations, services, projects, and initiatives. What you'll need to succeed: 5+ years of Windows Active Directory and server administration Experience in managing hundreds of server VM?s in a VMware vSphere and MS Active Directory domain environment, synchronised with Azure AD/Entra ID Experience with enterprise data storage systems Office 365 administration and PowerShell scripting Advanced troubleshooting, root cause analysis, and optimisation experience Knowledge of VMware virtualised infrastructure and operations Experience with enterprise data storage systems Experience in managing complex LAN, WAN infrastructure, and data centre operations and exposure to SIEM operations Experience with backup and disaster recovery solutions, specifically Veeam Administration of Gateways and Internet content filtering solutions Change management processes Project management and delivery Microsoft Windows Server 2016 or 2019 certifications Excellent demand management, planning, organisation and prioritisation skills Ability to undertake out-of-hours work, during the evenings and at weekends Experience with ITIL environments and processes, preferably using ServiceNow To meet our commitment to providing safe, high-quality services to our customers we will complete a basic background check with the Disclosure and Barring service once an offer of employment is made. Interview dates: 1st interviews 25/04, 2nd interviews 26 & 29/04 Please see the attached job description and recruitment notes available for direct applicants & agencies. Please note we are only looking for London based applicants. Please note :- we do not currently offer visa sponsorship. What?s in it for you? Our benefits include:- 28 days annual leave plus 8 bank holidays (pro rata for part time) per year 2 volunteering days per year for things like helping out in local communities An additional ?Beliefs day? once a year to have an extra a day off Enhanced pension with matched contributions of up to 9% Life assurance cover 3 x your salary Health cash plan scheme for your everyday healthcare needs which you can add your family members too Tenancy deposit ? interest free loan to help with rental deposits Access to extensive learning and training opportunities with Wisebox platform Colleague virtual social platform with our workplace pages where you can keep up to date with the organisational activity and link in with colleagues Career progression across the organisation with our mentoring programme and apprenticeships We are committed to the wellbeing of our colleagues and support this as an organisation About us Learn more about our benefits and organisation by viewing our attached document Our promise Here at Metropolitan Thames Valley Housing (MTVH) we want to capture the value that difference brings and are committed to promoting equality, diversity and inclusion. We work collaboratively ?Serving people better every day? to educate, support and develop all of our diverse employees and the communities that we serve. We want every employee and every customer to feel comfortable enough to be their true self and are working tirelessly in the background to create an environment that encourages our employees to challenge non-inclusive behaviours and to be mindful of their own and other?s wellbeing. Our core values of Dare, Care and Collaborate demonstrate that we are a people focused business, solving social issues by working together! We reserve the right to close this vacancy early if a suitable candidate is found so we do encourage you to complete the application as soon as possible to avoid disappointment.
IAM Engineer Our client is urgently looking for an experienced IAM Engineer to join their team on a permanent basis. Please note, you will be required on-site in Oxfordshire 4 days a week. You will be responsible for supporting the planning, design, development and deployment of centralised IAM Solutions. This role supports the planning, architecture and delivery of the enterprise-level Privileged Access Management Programme. You will be rewarded with an excellent salary, as well as a brilliant benefits package including annual leave, leading pension scheme, on-site parking, canteen and gym, life assurance, private medical insurance, social activities and many, many more perks! IAM Engineer - Key Skills: Demonstratable experience in Identity and Access Management (IAM) and Privileged Access Management (PAM) experience, including delivery experience In-depth understanding of modern authentication solutions using SAML/OAuth/OIDC Experience of design and delivery related to an Identity Provider, eg, Active Directory, Azure Active Directory, SailPoint IdentityNow Understanding of risk management, including quantification and remediation Technical proficiency in identity protocols (SAML, OIDC, LDAP, Kerberos, FIDO2, WebAuthN) A desire to learn, and ability to apply technical security knowledge to new and unfamiliar areas A passion for improving processes through Scripting or automation Excellent verbal and written communication skills Stay up-to-date on current IAM threats and industry solutions IAM Engineer Due to the volume of applications received for positions, it will not be possible to respond to all applications and only applicants who are considered suitable for interview will be contacted. Proactive Appointments Limited operates as an employment agency and employment business and is an equal opportunities organisation We take our obligations to protect your personal data very seriously. Any information provided to us will be processed as detailed in our Privacy Notice, a copy of which can be found on our website
Apr 16, 2024
Full time
IAM Engineer Our client is urgently looking for an experienced IAM Engineer to join their team on a permanent basis. Please note, you will be required on-site in Oxfordshire 4 days a week. You will be responsible for supporting the planning, design, development and deployment of centralised IAM Solutions. This role supports the planning, architecture and delivery of the enterprise-level Privileged Access Management Programme. You will be rewarded with an excellent salary, as well as a brilliant benefits package including annual leave, leading pension scheme, on-site parking, canteen and gym, life assurance, private medical insurance, social activities and many, many more perks! IAM Engineer - Key Skills: Demonstratable experience in Identity and Access Management (IAM) and Privileged Access Management (PAM) experience, including delivery experience In-depth understanding of modern authentication solutions using SAML/OAuth/OIDC Experience of design and delivery related to an Identity Provider, eg, Active Directory, Azure Active Directory, SailPoint IdentityNow Understanding of risk management, including quantification and remediation Technical proficiency in identity protocols (SAML, OIDC, LDAP, Kerberos, FIDO2, WebAuthN) A desire to learn, and ability to apply technical security knowledge to new and unfamiliar areas A passion for improving processes through Scripting or automation Excellent verbal and written communication skills Stay up-to-date on current IAM threats and industry solutions IAM Engineer Due to the volume of applications received for positions, it will not be possible to respond to all applications and only applicants who are considered suitable for interview will be contacted. Proactive Appointments Limited operates as an employment agency and employment business and is an equal opportunities organisation We take our obligations to protect your personal data very seriously. Any information provided to us will be processed as detailed in our Privacy Notice, a copy of which can be found on our website
Norton Rose Fulbright Llp
Newcastle Upon Tyne, Tyne And Wear
Practice Group / Department: IT Regional - Data Center Job Description We're Norton Rose Fulbright - a global law firm with over 50 offices and 7,000 employees worldwide. We provide the world's preeminent corporations and financial institutions with a full business law service. As well as the relevant skills and experience, we're looking for people who are innovative, commercial and value the work that they do. To attract the best people, we strive to create a diverse and inclusive environment where everyone can bring their whole selves to work, have a sense of belonging, and realize their full career potential. We value difference and actively promote a culture of respect for each individual, encouraging and creating inclusion. Our new hybrid working model allows our people to have more flexibility in the way they choose to work from both the office and a remote location, while continuing to deliver the highest standards of service. We offer a range of family friendly and inclusive employment policies and provide access to programmes and services aimed at nurturing our people's health and overall wellbeing. Our Newcastle Office is currently recruiting for a Infrastructure DevOps & Cloud Engineer (12-month FTC). As well as the relevant skills and experience, we're looking for people who are innovative, commercial and value the work that they do. We celebrate multiple approaches and points of view and believe diversity drives innovation, so we're building a culture where difference is valued. The Team The Infrastructure DevOps & Cloud Solutions Team is a core part of Norton Rose Fulbright's IT Service Delivery organisation provisioning services within EMEA (Europe, Middle East, and Asia). We deliver 24x7 services through our Operations Centre, with direct management of EMEA's 6 Data Centres and Cloud platforms, as well as architecting and implementing new solutions. The services we deliver utilises capabilities from 3rd parties through managed service contracts, as well as the internal core team of cloud and infrastructure experts. The core team are based in two locations, the Newcastle Office, and our London Head Office. The Role We are seeking an experienced Infrastructure DevOps & Cloud Engineer to join our team. As an Infrastructure DevOps & Cloud Engineer you must have a deep and broad knowledge of Microsoft computer platforms and Cloud solutions. Be able to communicate well in both verbal and written form. Norton Rose Fulbright has a Cloud first strategy, so expertise in cloud solutions is essential (Azure experience would be an advantage). In addition, a solid technical background in Windows Server Administration is required as a core responsibility, as this role must provide tier 3 support to the existing on-premises windows infrastructure. Supporting the creation and establishment of new development tools and infrastructure, leveraging expertise in continuous integration, delivery, and deployment (CI/CD), Cloud technologies, Container Orchestration, and Security. Constructing and validating comprehensive CI/CD pipelines to safeguard systems from security threats. Ours is a 24 hour a day operation and candidates will need to be flexible and able to work out of hours as required. As well as working across our UK-based locations, international travel may be required for project delivery. The Infrastructure & Cloud Engineer will be working in a matrix team structure reporting to the EMEA Infrastructure and Cloud Solutions Senior Manager. You will be supporting the IT department evolve our best practices for deploying our solutions both into Microsoft Azure and our on-premises Data Centres. Skills and Experience Required Microsoft Azure Networking (Virtual Networks, Virtual WAN's, Express Routes, Private Links, Checkpoints) Compute (Virtual Machines, Availability Sets, ASR) Security (CIS Benchmark, Key Vaults, AAD, MFA, MS Defender for Cloud) On Premise VMWare 6.7, VMWare Site Recovery Manager (SRM), Windows Server 2012+, Active Directory, Group Policy, HPE Server Infrastructure. Experience in troubleshooting technical problems involving software and operating systems. Infrastructure as Code (IaC) Terraform Scripting (PowerShell, bash) AIOps and Monitoring ScienceLogic PRTG Azure Monitoring Process & Change Control ITIL framework, ITSM with ServiceNow Be able to create technical documentation for the technical audience and fully conversant with the change control precepts and practices. Repository GitHub Azure DevOps Our clients come first and whilst we have a high performance culture and work hard as a team, in return we offer range of competitive benefits including: 25 days hols + Bank hols - Buy up to 5 days GP Service Bupa Healthcare Pension Flexible working Diversity, Equity and Inclusion To attract the best people, we strive to create a diverse and inclusive environment where everyone can bring their whole selves to work, have a sense of belonging, and realize their full career potential. Our new enabled work model allows our people to have more flexibility in the way they choose to work from both the office and a remote location, while continuing to deliver the highest standards of service. We offer a range of family friendly and inclusive employment policies and provide access to programmes and services aimed at nurturing our people's health and overall wellbeing. Find more about Diversity, Equity and Inclusion here. We are proud to be an equal opportunities employer and encourage applications from individuals who can complement our existing teams. We strive to create an inclusive and accessible recruitment process for all candidates. If you require any tailored adjustments or accommodations, please let us know here.
Apr 14, 2024
Full time
Practice Group / Department: IT Regional - Data Center Job Description We're Norton Rose Fulbright - a global law firm with over 50 offices and 7,000 employees worldwide. We provide the world's preeminent corporations and financial institutions with a full business law service. As well as the relevant skills and experience, we're looking for people who are innovative, commercial and value the work that they do. To attract the best people, we strive to create a diverse and inclusive environment where everyone can bring their whole selves to work, have a sense of belonging, and realize their full career potential. We value difference and actively promote a culture of respect for each individual, encouraging and creating inclusion. Our new hybrid working model allows our people to have more flexibility in the way they choose to work from both the office and a remote location, while continuing to deliver the highest standards of service. We offer a range of family friendly and inclusive employment policies and provide access to programmes and services aimed at nurturing our people's health and overall wellbeing. Our Newcastle Office is currently recruiting for a Infrastructure DevOps & Cloud Engineer (12-month FTC). As well as the relevant skills and experience, we're looking for people who are innovative, commercial and value the work that they do. We celebrate multiple approaches and points of view and believe diversity drives innovation, so we're building a culture where difference is valued. The Team The Infrastructure DevOps & Cloud Solutions Team is a core part of Norton Rose Fulbright's IT Service Delivery organisation provisioning services within EMEA (Europe, Middle East, and Asia). We deliver 24x7 services through our Operations Centre, with direct management of EMEA's 6 Data Centres and Cloud platforms, as well as architecting and implementing new solutions. The services we deliver utilises capabilities from 3rd parties through managed service contracts, as well as the internal core team of cloud and infrastructure experts. The core team are based in two locations, the Newcastle Office, and our London Head Office. The Role We are seeking an experienced Infrastructure DevOps & Cloud Engineer to join our team. As an Infrastructure DevOps & Cloud Engineer you must have a deep and broad knowledge of Microsoft computer platforms and Cloud solutions. Be able to communicate well in both verbal and written form. Norton Rose Fulbright has a Cloud first strategy, so expertise in cloud solutions is essential (Azure experience would be an advantage). In addition, a solid technical background in Windows Server Administration is required as a core responsibility, as this role must provide tier 3 support to the existing on-premises windows infrastructure. Supporting the creation and establishment of new development tools and infrastructure, leveraging expertise in continuous integration, delivery, and deployment (CI/CD), Cloud technologies, Container Orchestration, and Security. Constructing and validating comprehensive CI/CD pipelines to safeguard systems from security threats. Ours is a 24 hour a day operation and candidates will need to be flexible and able to work out of hours as required. As well as working across our UK-based locations, international travel may be required for project delivery. The Infrastructure & Cloud Engineer will be working in a matrix team structure reporting to the EMEA Infrastructure and Cloud Solutions Senior Manager. You will be supporting the IT department evolve our best practices for deploying our solutions both into Microsoft Azure and our on-premises Data Centres. Skills and Experience Required Microsoft Azure Networking (Virtual Networks, Virtual WAN's, Express Routes, Private Links, Checkpoints) Compute (Virtual Machines, Availability Sets, ASR) Security (CIS Benchmark, Key Vaults, AAD, MFA, MS Defender for Cloud) On Premise VMWare 6.7, VMWare Site Recovery Manager (SRM), Windows Server 2012+, Active Directory, Group Policy, HPE Server Infrastructure. Experience in troubleshooting technical problems involving software and operating systems. Infrastructure as Code (IaC) Terraform Scripting (PowerShell, bash) AIOps and Monitoring ScienceLogic PRTG Azure Monitoring Process & Change Control ITIL framework, ITSM with ServiceNow Be able to create technical documentation for the technical audience and fully conversant with the change control precepts and practices. Repository GitHub Azure DevOps Our clients come first and whilst we have a high performance culture and work hard as a team, in return we offer range of competitive benefits including: 25 days hols + Bank hols - Buy up to 5 days GP Service Bupa Healthcare Pension Flexible working Diversity, Equity and Inclusion To attract the best people, we strive to create a diverse and inclusive environment where everyone can bring their whole selves to work, have a sense of belonging, and realize their full career potential. Our new enabled work model allows our people to have more flexibility in the way they choose to work from both the office and a remote location, while continuing to deliver the highest standards of service. We offer a range of family friendly and inclusive employment policies and provide access to programmes and services aimed at nurturing our people's health and overall wellbeing. Find more about Diversity, Equity and Inclusion here. We are proud to be an equal opportunities employer and encourage applications from individuals who can complement our existing teams. We strive to create an inclusive and accessible recruitment process for all candidates. If you require any tailored adjustments or accommodations, please let us know here.
Infrastructure Engineer - 6-month contract My customer requires an experienced Infrastructure Engineer to join an existing team for an initial 6-month engagement. This Infrastructure Engineer will be involved in project delivery as well as BAU support. The ideal Infrastructure Engineer would have strong Wintel experience and strong experience with VMWare and Active Directory. The infrastructure Engineer would have capabilities of working on projects, BAU work and vulnerability and change management. Primary day to day responsibilities for the Infrastructure Engineer will include: Experienced Wintel Engineer (Infrastructure Engineer/Server Engineer) Strong experience with Windows Server (2012 - 2022) Windows Server upgrade/migration/decommissioning (2012 - 2022) Previous projects experience decommissioning and deploying new Windows servers. Virtualisation (VMware) - configuration, migration, support Active Directory (AD) - Implement, support and configuration. Citrix XenApp and Desktop, AppSense User and Application Manager. Vulnerability management - Patching and fixing vulnerabilities on servers Powershell scripting Network Fundamentals (Firewall, DNS, DHCP) Change management - minimizing disruptions to IT services while making changes to critical systems. The infrastructure Engineer would be required to travel to Worthing on a weekly basis (Hybrid). To discuss this exciting opportunity in more detail, please APPLY NOW for a no obligation chat with your VIQU Consultant. Additionally, you can contact Connor Smal, by exploring the VIQU IT Recruitment website. To be the first to hear about other exciting opportunities, technology, and recruitment news, please also follow us at 'VIQU IT Recruitment' on LinkedIn, and
Apr 12, 2024
Full time
Infrastructure Engineer - 6-month contract My customer requires an experienced Infrastructure Engineer to join an existing team for an initial 6-month engagement. This Infrastructure Engineer will be involved in project delivery as well as BAU support. The ideal Infrastructure Engineer would have strong Wintel experience and strong experience with VMWare and Active Directory. The infrastructure Engineer would have capabilities of working on projects, BAU work and vulnerability and change management. Primary day to day responsibilities for the Infrastructure Engineer will include: Experienced Wintel Engineer (Infrastructure Engineer/Server Engineer) Strong experience with Windows Server (2012 - 2022) Windows Server upgrade/migration/decommissioning (2012 - 2022) Previous projects experience decommissioning and deploying new Windows servers. Virtualisation (VMware) - configuration, migration, support Active Directory (AD) - Implement, support and configuration. Citrix XenApp and Desktop, AppSense User and Application Manager. Vulnerability management - Patching and fixing vulnerabilities on servers Powershell scripting Network Fundamentals (Firewall, DNS, DHCP) Change management - minimizing disruptions to IT services while making changes to critical systems. The infrastructure Engineer would be required to travel to Worthing on a weekly basis (Hybrid). To discuss this exciting opportunity in more detail, please APPLY NOW for a no obligation chat with your VIQU Consultant. Additionally, you can contact Connor Smal, by exploring the VIQU IT Recruitment website. To be the first to hear about other exciting opportunities, technology, and recruitment news, please also follow us at 'VIQU IT Recruitment' on LinkedIn, and
You'll be joining the 6th largest IT Service Provider, present in more than 50 countries. From our roots in Japan, NTT DATA's mission is to facilitate business change and technology transformation across many industries for a better future for our business, people and community. Some of the projects we have supported include the digitising of The Open golf tournament and applying Formula 1 technology to support medical staff at University Hospitals Leicester. Everything we do is underpinned by our core values of 'Clients First', 'Teamwork' and 'Foresight' and we achieve these by putting people first. We support and celebrate our differences and preferences, these are what makes us unique. Some of our initiatives, collectively known as "DO Diversity", aim to create a space for us to learn and get involved in building a truly diverse environment. Our Culture & Ethnicity Network gives our colleagues a platform to share their various backgrounds; Our NINGEN programme allows the new generation of NTT DATA employees around the world to connect and shape the future of our organisation and the "City Gives Back" allows us to support our local community that has been affected by the COVID-19 pandemic...and much more! You will be working as Part of a team of Desktop Specialists, in a shared services team. The role will require you to work on multiple clients. The Desktop Specialist - Packaging and Virtualisation role is responsible for effectively and efficiently providing desktop Application Packaging in App-V, SCCM and scripting. You will have a good working knowledge of the Windows OS environment, Office and basic network knowledge, supported by an IT qualifications. You will also be comfortable with working remotely to support users. You will have experience of working in a Desktop environment and have excellent customer skills. You will be capable of managing your work time, be able to resolve IT queries following logical analysis, work as part of a team, have a 'can-do' attitude and complete calls / tasks by agreed deadlines. You will act as an escalation point to the 3rd line engineers and provide guidance and knowledge transfer. You will have a proven track record in application packaging in an enterprise environment. You will have experience of administering virtual machines and a basic level of Azure IaaS experience. The successful candidate will need an understanding of ITIL methodology, excellent administration and communication skills. Responsibilities: Technical • Application packaging and deployment mechanisms, such as SCCM and Intune. • Managing Windows 10 virtual machines on a VMware and Azure platform. • Desktop Application Services including but not limited to - electronic software distribution, patch management, image management, application packaging, mobile device and application management, virtualization. • Security including but not limited to - antivirus, antimalware, antispyware, encryption, single sign on. • Complete Laptop, Desktop builds and setup prior to deployment to the user • Provide remote support for deployment of new equipment or resolution of faulty equipment • Assist multiple accounts in project work as and when required. • Provide a reliable and knowledgeable source of information on IT hardware, software and working practice. • Conduct proactive management of customer environment, identifying potential improvements to deliver increased stability, availability and performance. • Keep abreast of new developments in software, hardware and virtualisation. Administrative • Excellent written and verbal communication skills in English. • Managing Incidents, Problems, Requests and Changes in line with ITIL best practice and ensuring that agreed SLA's and KPI's for the service are maintained. • Liaise with onsite and offshore NTT DATA colleagues, CLIENT teams, and 3rd parties in ensuring quality service is delivered to CLIENT, and bring failing requests to the attention of the Desktop Team Leaders. • Develop sound knowledge of all IT processes. • Ensure that all legal and legislative requirements in relation to IT are adhered to and followed. • On an on-going basis, identify activities that can be performed by 1st and 2nd line support - document and hand-over detailed instructions to the NTT DATA Service Desk. • Conduct health checks and reporting. • Ensure day-to-day activities and processes are documented and uploaded on a central repository (adopted by the service) and shared with other NTT DATA colleagues. • Maintain and update the knowledge base and other tools on a regular basis - detailing known issues & their work-around detailing common/recurring issues & resolution steps • Strictly adhere to NTT DATA and Client policies, processes and guidelines - including timesheet submission, leave communication/logging, the Security Management Plan etc. • Maintenance of records and documentation. Customer / User • Manage the handling and communication between the Company user base and Service Desk process from initial point of contact through to notification of resolution. • Contribute towards Continual Service Improvement by delivering the actions of the Continual Service Improvement Plan and contribute towards the development and revision of the plan managed by the NTT DATA Service Delivery Manager. • Understand the applicable scope, roles and responsibilities detailed in the contract and carry out the outlined activities efficiently on a day-to-day basis. • Participate in cross-training sessions across NTT DATA supported services and develop skills to enable support of other services. • Participate in project meetings and provide operational inputs and consultancy. Ensure operational requirements are delivered and formal hand-over is completed before projects go live • Highlight any operational risks, concerns or issues to the NTT DATA Service Delivery Manager or Team Lead as early as possible Other reasonable duties as determined from time to time Skills required - please list technical or soft skills required from the candidates Essential Criteria: • Comprehensive experience of desktop deployment and support - Packaging • Detailed technical knowledge of application packaging, gained in a hands-on technical support role. o MSI Packaging o App-V packaging (advantageous) o Scripting • Solid understanding of Active Directory, DNS and Group Policy. • Office 365 Applications • Experience of working in an ITIL environment • Experience of working with 3rd party vendors to resolve incidents • Knowledge of Antivirus / Malware tools • VPN technologies and remote working requirements. • Proactively liaising with users in non-technical manner. • Managing difficult users and stakholders. Desirable Criteria: • Microsoft certifications for Windows 10, Office 365 and SCCM • macOS knowledge • Application packaging experience • Knowledge on management of Virtual Desktops (Citrix preferred) • ITIL v3 Foundation is desirable Experience: Experience within a similar customer focused role. Attributes • Demonstrate practical knowledge and problem-solving strategies • Contribute to the continual improvement plan of the department • Focus on professionalism, be 'the best'. • Focus on communication. • Be an efficient, flexible, reliable and continuously improving local technical resource in support of Business Units use, exploitation and development of IT.
Sep 24, 2022
Full time
You'll be joining the 6th largest IT Service Provider, present in more than 50 countries. From our roots in Japan, NTT DATA's mission is to facilitate business change and technology transformation across many industries for a better future for our business, people and community. Some of the projects we have supported include the digitising of The Open golf tournament and applying Formula 1 technology to support medical staff at University Hospitals Leicester. Everything we do is underpinned by our core values of 'Clients First', 'Teamwork' and 'Foresight' and we achieve these by putting people first. We support and celebrate our differences and preferences, these are what makes us unique. Some of our initiatives, collectively known as "DO Diversity", aim to create a space for us to learn and get involved in building a truly diverse environment. Our Culture & Ethnicity Network gives our colleagues a platform to share their various backgrounds; Our NINGEN programme allows the new generation of NTT DATA employees around the world to connect and shape the future of our organisation and the "City Gives Back" allows us to support our local community that has been affected by the COVID-19 pandemic...and much more! You will be working as Part of a team of Desktop Specialists, in a shared services team. The role will require you to work on multiple clients. The Desktop Specialist - Packaging and Virtualisation role is responsible for effectively and efficiently providing desktop Application Packaging in App-V, SCCM and scripting. You will have a good working knowledge of the Windows OS environment, Office and basic network knowledge, supported by an IT qualifications. You will also be comfortable with working remotely to support users. You will have experience of working in a Desktop environment and have excellent customer skills. You will be capable of managing your work time, be able to resolve IT queries following logical analysis, work as part of a team, have a 'can-do' attitude and complete calls / tasks by agreed deadlines. You will act as an escalation point to the 3rd line engineers and provide guidance and knowledge transfer. You will have a proven track record in application packaging in an enterprise environment. You will have experience of administering virtual machines and a basic level of Azure IaaS experience. The successful candidate will need an understanding of ITIL methodology, excellent administration and communication skills. Responsibilities: Technical • Application packaging and deployment mechanisms, such as SCCM and Intune. • Managing Windows 10 virtual machines on a VMware and Azure platform. • Desktop Application Services including but not limited to - electronic software distribution, patch management, image management, application packaging, mobile device and application management, virtualization. • Security including but not limited to - antivirus, antimalware, antispyware, encryption, single sign on. • Complete Laptop, Desktop builds and setup prior to deployment to the user • Provide remote support for deployment of new equipment or resolution of faulty equipment • Assist multiple accounts in project work as and when required. • Provide a reliable and knowledgeable source of information on IT hardware, software and working practice. • Conduct proactive management of customer environment, identifying potential improvements to deliver increased stability, availability and performance. • Keep abreast of new developments in software, hardware and virtualisation. Administrative • Excellent written and verbal communication skills in English. • Managing Incidents, Problems, Requests and Changes in line with ITIL best practice and ensuring that agreed SLA's and KPI's for the service are maintained. • Liaise with onsite and offshore NTT DATA colleagues, CLIENT teams, and 3rd parties in ensuring quality service is delivered to CLIENT, and bring failing requests to the attention of the Desktop Team Leaders. • Develop sound knowledge of all IT processes. • Ensure that all legal and legislative requirements in relation to IT are adhered to and followed. • On an on-going basis, identify activities that can be performed by 1st and 2nd line support - document and hand-over detailed instructions to the NTT DATA Service Desk. • Conduct health checks and reporting. • Ensure day-to-day activities and processes are documented and uploaded on a central repository (adopted by the service) and shared with other NTT DATA colleagues. • Maintain and update the knowledge base and other tools on a regular basis - detailing known issues & their work-around detailing common/recurring issues & resolution steps • Strictly adhere to NTT DATA and Client policies, processes and guidelines - including timesheet submission, leave communication/logging, the Security Management Plan etc. • Maintenance of records and documentation. Customer / User • Manage the handling and communication between the Company user base and Service Desk process from initial point of contact through to notification of resolution. • Contribute towards Continual Service Improvement by delivering the actions of the Continual Service Improvement Plan and contribute towards the development and revision of the plan managed by the NTT DATA Service Delivery Manager. • Understand the applicable scope, roles and responsibilities detailed in the contract and carry out the outlined activities efficiently on a day-to-day basis. • Participate in cross-training sessions across NTT DATA supported services and develop skills to enable support of other services. • Participate in project meetings and provide operational inputs and consultancy. Ensure operational requirements are delivered and formal hand-over is completed before projects go live • Highlight any operational risks, concerns or issues to the NTT DATA Service Delivery Manager or Team Lead as early as possible Other reasonable duties as determined from time to time Skills required - please list technical or soft skills required from the candidates Essential Criteria: • Comprehensive experience of desktop deployment and support - Packaging • Detailed technical knowledge of application packaging, gained in a hands-on technical support role. o MSI Packaging o App-V packaging (advantageous) o Scripting • Solid understanding of Active Directory, DNS and Group Policy. • Office 365 Applications • Experience of working in an ITIL environment • Experience of working with 3rd party vendors to resolve incidents • Knowledge of Antivirus / Malware tools • VPN technologies and remote working requirements. • Proactively liaising with users in non-technical manner. • Managing difficult users and stakholders. Desirable Criteria: • Microsoft certifications for Windows 10, Office 365 and SCCM • macOS knowledge • Application packaging experience • Knowledge on management of Virtual Desktops (Citrix preferred) • ITIL v3 Foundation is desirable Experience: Experience within a similar customer focused role. Attributes • Demonstrate practical knowledge and problem-solving strategies • Contribute to the continual improvement plan of the department • Focus on professionalism, be 'the best'. • Focus on communication. • Be an efficient, flexible, reliable and continuously improving local technical resource in support of Business Units use, exploitation and development of IT.
KEY SKILLS - Windows / Windows Server / VMware / Active Directory / Linux / O365 IT Engineer to join a fantastic Support Team at the East Midlands' biggest entertainment Venue IT Engineer (2nd Line Support) Salary up to £30K To apply Email WHO ARE WE? At the forefront of Nottingham's Hospitality and leisure activities, we host and showcase the biggest names in music, comedy and sport. This multipurpose venue has a special feel, where all guests are treated to fantastic views, allowing them to enjoy the greatest entertainment experience. WHAT WILL YOU BE DOING? The IT Engineer will be expected to provide a high level of 2nd Line Support covering all technical and hands-on aspects within the business whilst assisting other members of the IT Team. The ideal candidate will have previous experience within a similar role, ideally come from a background in internal IT infrastructure or an MSP. You will have strong networking skills and a proven understanding and experience of core concepts. You will need experience of managing and supporting Hyper-V and VMware in cluster environments, Backup, Recover. You will also have experience of designing, implementing and managing servers and systems; Windows Server, SQL Database, Active Directory, Linux Webservers and SCCM. WHAT YOU NEED TO HAVE... Microsoft Windows 10 Desktop. Windows Server VMware / Hyper-V SCCM Network and Security skills O365 Active Directory WHAT WOULD BE NICE TO HAVE... Scripting skills (PowerShell, VB Script etc.) Linux OS skills. Sophos Routing/Switching TO BE CONSIDERED... Please either apply by clicking online or emailing me directly to For further information please call me on . I can make myself available outside of normal working hours to suit from 7am to 10pm. If unavailable, please leave a message and either myself or one of my colleagues will respond. By applying for this role, you give express consent for us to process & submit (subject to required skills) your application to our client in conjunction with this vacancy only. Also feel free to follow me on or connect with me on LinkedIn, just search Jack Ford in Google! I look forward to hearing from you. KEY SKILLS - Windows / Windows Server / VMware / Active Directory / Linux / O365
Feb 22, 2022
Full time
KEY SKILLS - Windows / Windows Server / VMware / Active Directory / Linux / O365 IT Engineer to join a fantastic Support Team at the East Midlands' biggest entertainment Venue IT Engineer (2nd Line Support) Salary up to £30K To apply Email WHO ARE WE? At the forefront of Nottingham's Hospitality and leisure activities, we host and showcase the biggest names in music, comedy and sport. This multipurpose venue has a special feel, where all guests are treated to fantastic views, allowing them to enjoy the greatest entertainment experience. WHAT WILL YOU BE DOING? The IT Engineer will be expected to provide a high level of 2nd Line Support covering all technical and hands-on aspects within the business whilst assisting other members of the IT Team. The ideal candidate will have previous experience within a similar role, ideally come from a background in internal IT infrastructure or an MSP. You will have strong networking skills and a proven understanding and experience of core concepts. You will need experience of managing and supporting Hyper-V and VMware in cluster environments, Backup, Recover. You will also have experience of designing, implementing and managing servers and systems; Windows Server, SQL Database, Active Directory, Linux Webservers and SCCM. WHAT YOU NEED TO HAVE... Microsoft Windows 10 Desktop. Windows Server VMware / Hyper-V SCCM Network and Security skills O365 Active Directory WHAT WOULD BE NICE TO HAVE... Scripting skills (PowerShell, VB Script etc.) Linux OS skills. Sophos Routing/Switching TO BE CONSIDERED... Please either apply by clicking online or emailing me directly to For further information please call me on . I can make myself available outside of normal working hours to suit from 7am to 10pm. If unavailable, please leave a message and either myself or one of my colleagues will respond. By applying for this role, you give express consent for us to process & submit (subject to required skills) your application to our client in conjunction with this vacancy only. Also feel free to follow me on or connect with me on LinkedIn, just search Jack Ford in Google! I look forward to hearing from you. KEY SKILLS - Windows / Windows Server / VMware / Active Directory / Linux / O365
Location is Hybrid (60%) office over a working month A bit about us Do you want to be part of a very exciting and rewarding opportunity to design and develop technical solutions to support a number of key government agencies. Do you want to be part of a team who provide leading edge secure solutions for customers in defence, blue light, science/medical and other industry research departments often within universities? If you are passionate about technology and innovation with a strong desire to understand how different technologies operate and want to test your abilities then we are keen to talk to you. Step forward and realise your full potential by joining an agile and talented team who is responsible for developing, building and supporting Linux Operating Systems and solutions within a secure managed services context, along with diagnosing and resolving problems with existing infrastructure. You will be a part of a great company, where you will be able to grow and develop your skills and experience. What you'll be doing You will be part of a team responsible for all operational aspects of the Linux estate. We're a versatile team, so you'll also have the opportunity to follow issues across other technologies in the platform too. A typical breakdown of your role would be: Monitoring, managing and pro-actively enhancing the Linux estate Responding to, investigating and resolving technical issues escalated from 1st line Being an active member of the Linux systems groups to discuss, plan, design, build and deploy innovative solutions using open source technologies Providing an escalation point for scheduled operations such as patching Ensuring all Linux components meet the security and operational reference architectures and best practices Enhancing and tuning the Linux technology stacks Working with the monitoring teams to ensure all the correct metrics are being measured and analysing those measures to ensure the estate remains in a healthy and secure state What we need from you We need someone that is; Strong at problem solving with excellent time management & organisational skills Able to work autonomously or as part of a team Ready to work under pressure and within strong security constraints Prepared to work in technologies outside of your core skill set with the support and guidance from others Prepared to travel, when necessary, to customer sites or other Prolinx locations Able to obtain Security Clearance to SC level and potential to DV What skills and experience do you need? From an experience perspective we are looking for a minimum of 2 years' experience working within Linux engineering environment Essential skills: Linux operating systems (RHEL / CentOS 6, 7, 8) Open Source management and automation toolsets (Puppet, Ansible, Foreman) Linux patching systems and processes (Spacewalk, Satellite) Application management and distribution across Linux estates Desired skills Scripting skills (Bash, Python, Perl) Version control software (Git or similar) Microsoft Operating Systems (Server 2012, 2016, 2019) (Windows 10) Automation technologies such as Terraform or Jenkins Network technologies (LAN, WAN, Cisco switching, Juniper and Fortinet security products) and working knowledge of TCP/IP networking Database administration (MySQL, PostgreSQL, MariaDB or InfluxDB) Microsoft Active Directory and Group Policies Microsoft Cloud solutions (Azure, O365 etc.) Virtualisation management experience What's in it for you? You will be joining an exciting and growing company that operate with very exciting customers and partners. Your benefits include, but are not limited to; A competitive salary with discretionary bonuses Flexible working with a mix or home and office locations but also flexible start and end times to suit Company pension scheme Private health benefits 24 days annual leave with additional loyalty days added Social events and gatherings
Jan 04, 2022
Full time
Location is Hybrid (60%) office over a working month A bit about us Do you want to be part of a very exciting and rewarding opportunity to design and develop technical solutions to support a number of key government agencies. Do you want to be part of a team who provide leading edge secure solutions for customers in defence, blue light, science/medical and other industry research departments often within universities? If you are passionate about technology and innovation with a strong desire to understand how different technologies operate and want to test your abilities then we are keen to talk to you. Step forward and realise your full potential by joining an agile and talented team who is responsible for developing, building and supporting Linux Operating Systems and solutions within a secure managed services context, along with diagnosing and resolving problems with existing infrastructure. You will be a part of a great company, where you will be able to grow and develop your skills and experience. What you'll be doing You will be part of a team responsible for all operational aspects of the Linux estate. We're a versatile team, so you'll also have the opportunity to follow issues across other technologies in the platform too. A typical breakdown of your role would be: Monitoring, managing and pro-actively enhancing the Linux estate Responding to, investigating and resolving technical issues escalated from 1st line Being an active member of the Linux systems groups to discuss, plan, design, build and deploy innovative solutions using open source technologies Providing an escalation point for scheduled operations such as patching Ensuring all Linux components meet the security and operational reference architectures and best practices Enhancing and tuning the Linux technology stacks Working with the monitoring teams to ensure all the correct metrics are being measured and analysing those measures to ensure the estate remains in a healthy and secure state What we need from you We need someone that is; Strong at problem solving with excellent time management & organisational skills Able to work autonomously or as part of a team Ready to work under pressure and within strong security constraints Prepared to work in technologies outside of your core skill set with the support and guidance from others Prepared to travel, when necessary, to customer sites or other Prolinx locations Able to obtain Security Clearance to SC level and potential to DV What skills and experience do you need? From an experience perspective we are looking for a minimum of 2 years' experience working within Linux engineering environment Essential skills: Linux operating systems (RHEL / CentOS 6, 7, 8) Open Source management and automation toolsets (Puppet, Ansible, Foreman) Linux patching systems and processes (Spacewalk, Satellite) Application management and distribution across Linux estates Desired skills Scripting skills (Bash, Python, Perl) Version control software (Git or similar) Microsoft Operating Systems (Server 2012, 2016, 2019) (Windows 10) Automation technologies such as Terraform or Jenkins Network technologies (LAN, WAN, Cisco switching, Juniper and Fortinet security products) and working knowledge of TCP/IP networking Database administration (MySQL, PostgreSQL, MariaDB or InfluxDB) Microsoft Active Directory and Group Policies Microsoft Cloud solutions (Azure, O365 etc.) Virtualisation management experience What's in it for you? You will be joining an exciting and growing company that operate with very exciting customers and partners. Your benefits include, but are not limited to; A competitive salary with discretionary bonuses Flexible working with a mix or home and office locations but also flexible start and end times to suit Company pension scheme Private health benefits 24 days annual leave with additional loyalty days added Social events and gatherings