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Our client, a leader in the Defence & Security sector, is seeking a dedicated IT Systems Engineer to join their IT team at the Marlow Head Office. The successful applicant will report to the Principal Cloud and IT Infrastructure Engineer and will play a crucial role in ensuring that endpoint, infrastructure, systems, and services are reliable, scalable, secure, efficient, and well-documented, adhering to ITIL best practices.

Key Responsibilities:

Installation, configuration, maintenance, and support of infrastructure and systems
Provide expertise within the team for resolving all technical incidents and problems
Deliver continuous and measurable benefits in improving customer service, operational efficiency, and reducing risks and costs
Identify opportunities and create robust business case proposals to improve reliability, stability, and efficiency
Instigate and manage changes to infrastructure and systems in line with change control processes
Contribute ideas and suggestions for continuous service improvement
Develop, produce, and maintain IT documentation and follow IT procedures

Job Requirements:

Knowledge of Microsoft Azure deployment, automation, networking, and security in cloud and hybrid environments
Proficiency in on-prem server virtualisation and SANs/vSAN technologies an advantage
Expertise in Windows Active Directory; Azure AD, Federation, Single Sign-On, and AD Integrated Certificate Services an advantage
Understanding of Cyber Security practices to secure systems against cyber-attacks
Knowledge of Edge-firewalls, preferably Palo Alto
Proficiency in on-prem backup solutions; cloud backup solutions an advantage
Ability to diagnose and troubleshoot software and hardware issues logically and methodically
Knowledge of Microsoft SQL Database Services and management
Strong written, oral, and interpersonal communication skills
Keen attention to detail and adaptable to change
Team-oriented and skilled in working within a collaborative environment

Desirable Qualifications and Experience:

Experience with Microsoft 365 services
Microsoft Identity and Access Management and Conditional Access policies
Knowledge of PowerShell
Experience with server virtualisation (VMWare/Hyper-V) or VDI
Strong understanding of networking concepts
Proficiency with Microsoft Endpoint Configuration Manager
MS Azure foundation level cloud certifications
Experience with NIST-(Apply online only) and Cyber Essentials Plus
Defence or secure systems background an advantage
Experience with system/infrastructure design

Benefits:

Competitive salary
Opportunity to work on high-impact projects
Professional development and training opportunities
Collaborative and supportive work environment
Comprehensive employee benefits package
If you are a driven IT Systems Engineer looking to make an impact within the Defence & Security sector, we would love to hear from you