A Systems Engineer is required for our client based in Leeds.
This is a hybrid positions, 3 days on site and 2 days from home (with some flexibility), therefore please only apply if you can commit to this.
The successful candidate will have good Networking skills followed by Azure skills.The Systems Engineer will be required to provide expertise for the systems maintenance and support of the live technology infrastructure, including patching/upgrades for network and hardware, telephony, databases, Middleware, and security monitoring.Design, implement and maintain the systems required for delivery the objectives of your function to support the organisation in achieving its vision.Technical DutiesInstall, configure and maintain server hardware and operating services including Azure and other cloud virtualised infrastructure and on-premise implementationsConfigure, centrally manage and secure the organisation's server and endpoint services using Microsoft Active Directory, Microsoft Intune & Microsoft Configure and manage Microsoft SQL Server & Oracle databasesEnsure Microsoft services are configured to allow secure collaboration internally and externallyExpertly configure network infrastructure, Firewalls, Switches and Azure environmentApply security, compliance and governance skills to improve the infrastructurePrioritise security requests including the application of security patches and remediation tasksProactively monitor infrastructure performance, configuring alerts and regular service checksMaintain data backup and recovery across all the organisation's services, ensuring that no data is excludedProvide advanced technical advice to the ICT Service Desk support team, follow ITIL processes, take a technical lead on escalated infrastructure tickets and major incidentsCreate and maintain highly detailed technical documentation for new systems, to enable teams to support, maintain and develop systemsTo be available for emergency out of hours work.
Where required, take ownership on problem incidents, investigate and provide a solutionBenefits include but not limited to;Local government pension schemeFlexible working hoursMetro travel card