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Overview
We are seeking a proactive and customer-focused 2nd Line IT Support Engineer to join our growing IT team supporting schools across an Academy Trust based in and around Uttoxeter.
The successful candidate will provide day-to-day technical support to staff and students across multiple school sites, acting as an escalation point for First Line Support and helping to maintain reliable, secure and effective IT services.
This is a hands-on role suited to an experienced school IT technician looking to develop their skills within a supportive team environment.
Key Responsibilities
Technical Support
Act as an escalation point for incidents and service requests passed from First Line Support.
Diagnose and resolve issues relating to Windows devices, Microsoft 365, user accounts, printing, network connectivity and educational software.
Support staff and students with day-to-day IT issues both remotely and on-site.
Configure, deploy and maintain laptops, desktops, tablets and peripheral devices.
Support classroom technology including interactive displays, projectors, audio-visual equipment and printing solutions.
Maintain accurate asset records and technical documentation.
Escalate complex infrastructure issues to senior members of the IT team when required.
Microsoft 365 Administration
Administer Microsoft 365 user accounts, licensing and permissions.
Manage Microsoft Entra ID user accounts and security groups.
Support Exchange Online, Teams, OneDrive and SharePoint.
Assist with onboarding and offboarding staff through joiner, mover and leaver processes.
Support Microsoft Intune device management activities.
Assist with implementation of security and compliance policies.
Networking Support
Troubleshoot wired and wireless network issues.
Support switches, wireless access points, DHCP, DNS and VLAN configurations under guidance from senior engineers.
Assist with network documentation and monitoring.
Liaise with third-party suppliers where appropriate.
Education Technology Support
Support Management Information Systems (MIS) and associated educational software.
Provide support during examination periods and key school events.
Maintain classroom and curriculum technology.
Support safeguarding, filtering and monitoring solutions in accordance with Trust policies.
Team Working
Work collaboratively with colleagues across all Trust schools.
Provide excellent customer service to teaching and support staff.
Contribute to continuous improvement of IT services.
Share knowledge and best practice with other members of the IT team.
Participate in team meetings, training and professional development activities.
Essential Requirements
Experience
Previous experience working within a school, academy trust or educational environment.
Minimum two years' experience in an IT support role.
Experience supporting Microsoft 365 environments.
Experience troubleshooting Windows 10 and Windows 11 devices.
Experience supporting printers, classroom technology and educational systems.
Experience using an IT service desk or ticket management system.
Technical Knowledge
Microsoft 365 administration.
Microsoft Entra ID user management.
Windows 11 / Windows Server
Active Directory administration.
Basic networking including:
TCP/IP
DNS
DHCP
VLAN concepts
Wireless networking
Device deployment and management.
Personal Skills
Excellent problem-solving ability.
Strong communication and customer service skills.
Ability to manage competing priorities.
Professional and approachable manner.
Commitment to safeguarding and data security.
Full UK driving licence and access to a vehicle.
Desirable Requirements
Microsoft 365 Fundamentals (MS-900).
Microsoft Endpoint Administrator Associate (MD-102).
CompTIA Network+.
Cisco CCNA.
Experience with Microsoft Intune.
Experience with SharePoint administration.
Experience supporting MIS systems such as Arbor, Bromcom or SIMS.
PowerShell knowledge.
Working Arrangements
Salary: £28,000 – £30,000 per annum depending on experience. The top of the range will typically apply to candidates with 3+ years’ relevant experience and/or a relevant certification (e.g. MS-900, MD-102, Network+, CCNA).
Location: Academy Trust schools based in and around Uttoxeter
Contract: Full Time, Full Year
Hours: 37.5 hours per week, Monday to Friday, 08:00 - 17:00
Travel: Regular travel between Trust schools required. Team members travel directly to their assigned site each morning; mileage is not paid for this travel.
DBS Check: Enhanced DBS required
Why Join Us?
Varied role across multiple schools.
Supportive and collaborative IT team.
Investment in training and certification.
Opportunity to develop into a 3rd Line or Network Manager role as part of a growing Trust and IT team.
Standard Trust pension scheme.
25 days annual leave plus bank holidays.
Laptop provided.
Varied work with opportunities to learn new skills.
Meaningful work supporting education and improving outcomes for young people.
How to Apply
To apply, please email your CV to hello@evolveitsupport.co.uk.
16/07/2026
Full time
Overview
We are seeking a proactive and customer-focused 2nd Line IT Support Engineer to join our growing IT team supporting schools across an Academy Trust based in and around Uttoxeter.
The successful candidate will provide day-to-day technical support to staff and students across multiple school sites, acting as an escalation point for First Line Support and helping to maintain reliable, secure and effective IT services.
This is a hands-on role suited to an experienced school IT technician looking to develop their skills within a supportive team environment.
Key Responsibilities
Technical Support
Act as an escalation point for incidents and service requests passed from First Line Support.
Diagnose and resolve issues relating to Windows devices, Microsoft 365, user accounts, printing, network connectivity and educational software.
Support staff and students with day-to-day IT issues both remotely and on-site.
Configure, deploy and maintain laptops, desktops, tablets and peripheral devices.
Support classroom technology including interactive displays, projectors, audio-visual equipment and printing solutions.
Maintain accurate asset records and technical documentation.
Escalate complex infrastructure issues to senior members of the IT team when required.
Microsoft 365 Administration
Administer Microsoft 365 user accounts, licensing and permissions.
Manage Microsoft Entra ID user accounts and security groups.
Support Exchange Online, Teams, OneDrive and SharePoint.
Assist with onboarding and offboarding staff through joiner, mover and leaver processes.
Support Microsoft Intune device management activities.
Assist with implementation of security and compliance policies.
Networking Support
Troubleshoot wired and wireless network issues.
Support switches, wireless access points, DHCP, DNS and VLAN configurations under guidance from senior engineers.
Assist with network documentation and monitoring.
Liaise with third-party suppliers where appropriate.
Education Technology Support
Support Management Information Systems (MIS) and associated educational software.
Provide support during examination periods and key school events.
Maintain classroom and curriculum technology.
Support safeguarding, filtering and monitoring solutions in accordance with Trust policies.
Team Working
Work collaboratively with colleagues across all Trust schools.
Provide excellent customer service to teaching and support staff.
Contribute to continuous improvement of IT services.
Share knowledge and best practice with other members of the IT team.
Participate in team meetings, training and professional development activities.
Essential Requirements
Experience
Previous experience working within a school, academy trust or educational environment.
Minimum two years' experience in an IT support role.
Experience supporting Microsoft 365 environments.
Experience troubleshooting Windows 10 and Windows 11 devices.
Experience supporting printers, classroom technology and educational systems.
Experience using an IT service desk or ticket management system.
Technical Knowledge
Microsoft 365 administration.
Microsoft Entra ID user management.
Windows 11 / Windows Server
Active Directory administration.
Basic networking including:
TCP/IP
DNS
DHCP
VLAN concepts
Wireless networking
Device deployment and management.
Personal Skills
Excellent problem-solving ability.
Strong communication and customer service skills.
Ability to manage competing priorities.
Professional and approachable manner.
Commitment to safeguarding and data security.
Full UK driving licence and access to a vehicle.
Desirable Requirements
Microsoft 365 Fundamentals (MS-900).
Microsoft Endpoint Administrator Associate (MD-102).
CompTIA Network+.
Cisco CCNA.
Experience with Microsoft Intune.
Experience with SharePoint administration.
Experience supporting MIS systems such as Arbor, Bromcom or SIMS.
PowerShell knowledge.
Working Arrangements
Salary: £28,000 – £30,000 per annum depending on experience. The top of the range will typically apply to candidates with 3+ years’ relevant experience and/or a relevant certification (e.g. MS-900, MD-102, Network+, CCNA).
Location: Academy Trust schools based in and around Uttoxeter
Contract: Full Time, Full Year
Hours: 37.5 hours per week, Monday to Friday, 08:00 - 17:00
Travel: Regular travel between Trust schools required. Team members travel directly to their assigned site each morning; mileage is not paid for this travel.
DBS Check: Enhanced DBS required
Why Join Us?
Varied role across multiple schools.
Supportive and collaborative IT team.
Investment in training and certification.
Opportunity to develop into a 3rd Line or Network Manager role as part of a growing Trust and IT team.
Standard Trust pension scheme.
25 days annual leave plus bank holidays.
Laptop provided.
Varied work with opportunities to learn new skills.
Meaningful work supporting education and improving outcomes for young people.
How to Apply
To apply, please email your CV to hello@evolveitsupport.co.uk.
1st Line IT Support Engineer Derby (Hybrid) Permanent £27,000 - £30,000 (DOE) 1st Line IT Support Engineer needed for a permanent position based in Derby (Hybrid). Providing IT support to 1st line level including problem diagnosis, trouble-shooting + fixes. A chance to join an established IT Managed Services business with a proven track record spanning 20+ years. Start ideally September/October 2026. Hybrid Working working from the Derby office 4 days/week, with the option to work 1 day/week from home (WFH). Benefits include: £27-30k Salary (DOE) + 22 Days Holiday (plus BHs) + day off on your Birthday + Hybrid Working + Pension + Health Care + Training & Career Development: Providing 1st line IT support to end users including: trouble-shooting, fixes, IT incident management, call logging, prioritisation, managing tickets + escalating complex IT incidents. Providing IT support across a range of customer IT environments including: Desktop PCs, Servers, Networks, IT Infrastructure, Peripherals, Telephony, Applications, Software, Hardware, and IT Cyber Security. Key supported technologies include: Windows Server (Apply online only), Office 365, Firewalls (Watchguard / Draytek), WDS, Intune, Entra. Communicating with end users, working to agreed SLAs, updating the IT Helpdesk Ticketing system + writing clear IT documentation. Assisting in the delivery of IT projects including: IT installations, rollouts, laptop upgrades, migrations + printer deployments. Advantageous Skills: VMware / Hyper-V, Hosted Telecoms (Mitel, 3CX, Gamma, Horizon), IP Telephony, Linux, AWS/Azure Cloud, Access Control Systems, BCDR, CCTV IP. IT qualifications advantageous: CompTIA, MCP, MCSE, MCSA, CCNA, CCNP, ITIL, ITSM, Cyber Essentials (or similar). Working for an IT Managed Service Provider (MSP), or IT Support businesses is advantageous. Full UK Driving Licence preferred.
01/09/2026
Full time
1st Line IT Support Engineer Derby (Hybrid) Permanent £27,000 - £30,000 (DOE) 1st Line IT Support Engineer needed for a permanent position based in Derby (Hybrid). Providing IT support to 1st line level including problem diagnosis, trouble-shooting + fixes. A chance to join an established IT Managed Services business with a proven track record spanning 20+ years. Start ideally September/October 2026. Hybrid Working working from the Derby office 4 days/week, with the option to work 1 day/week from home (WFH). Benefits include: £27-30k Salary (DOE) + 22 Days Holiday (plus BHs) + day off on your Birthday + Hybrid Working + Pension + Health Care + Training & Career Development: Providing 1st line IT support to end users including: trouble-shooting, fixes, IT incident management, call logging, prioritisation, managing tickets + escalating complex IT incidents. Providing IT support across a range of customer IT environments including: Desktop PCs, Servers, Networks, IT Infrastructure, Peripherals, Telephony, Applications, Software, Hardware, and IT Cyber Security. Key supported technologies include: Windows Server (Apply online only), Office 365, Firewalls (Watchguard / Draytek), WDS, Intune, Entra. Communicating with end users, working to agreed SLAs, updating the IT Helpdesk Ticketing system + writing clear IT documentation. Assisting in the delivery of IT projects including: IT installations, rollouts, laptop upgrades, migrations + printer deployments. Advantageous Skills: VMware / Hyper-V, Hosted Telecoms (Mitel, 3CX, Gamma, Horizon), IP Telephony, Linux, AWS/Azure Cloud, Access Control Systems, BCDR, CCTV IP. IT qualifications advantageous: CompTIA, MCP, MCSE, MCSA, CCNA, CCNP, ITIL, ITSM, Cyber Essentials (or similar). Working for an IT Managed Service Provider (MSP), or IT Support businesses is advantageous. Full UK Driving Licence preferred.
CBSbutler Holdings Limited trading as CBSbutler
Teversham, Cambridgeshire
Network Contractor - Main Campus Network Redesign Location: Cambridge - Onsite Rate: 400- 440 per day, Inside IR35 Contract: Network Contractor Working Pattern: Onsite, with planned evening/weekend change windows We are seeking an experienced Network Contractor to support a major Main Campus Network Redesign and Remediation programme in Cambridge. This is a hands-on role requiring strong Cisco routing and switching , enterprise campus networking, OSPF, BGP and wireless experience. You will work alongside existing network and infrastructure teams to improve network stability, resilience, supportability and configuration standards. Key Responsibilities Review existing campus network topology and configurations. Identify and remediate legacy, redundant, inconsistent or obsolete configuration. Support network redesign and logical simplification. Configure and troubleshoot Cisco routers and switches. Troubleshoot complex Layer 2/Layer 3 connectivity and routing issues. Review and remediate VLANs, SVIs, trunks, port channels, routing and associated configuration. Support migration from legacy configurations to the agreed target design. Identify and remediate unused VLANs, interfaces, static routes, ACLs, prefix lists, route maps and unnecessary routing advertisements. Support Cisco wireless environments and troubleshoot basic Aruba networking/wireless issues. Prepare and implement controlled production network changes. Produce MOPs, implementation plans, rollback procedures and validation plans. Complete pre- and post-change testing and documentation. Produce accurate HLD/LLD, as-built, topology, routing and operational documentation. Work collaboratively with internal engineering teams while operating independently when required. Technical Requirements Cisco Routing & Switching Strong hands-on Cisco enterprise networking experience. Excellent Layer 2/Layer 3 and TCP/IP knowledge. VLANs, trunks, SVIs, port channels and Spanning Tree. Enterprise campus network design and resilient network architectures. Network configuration remediation and standardisation. OSPF Practical configuration and troubleshooting experience. Neighbour relationships, areas, route advertisement and summarisation. Path selection, costs, default routes and redistribution. BGP Working knowledge of eBGP/iBGP. Neighbour configuration and route advertisement. Prefix lists, route maps and filtering. Path selection, Local Preference, MED and AS Path. Troubleshooting BGP neighbour and routing issues. Wireless Cisco Wireless LAN Controllers, APs, WLANs/SSIDs and VLAN integration. Enterprise wireless and client connectivity troubleshooting. Working knowledge of Aruba networking and/or wireless environments. Change & Out-of-Hours Working The contractor will participate in planned production changes and migrations, including: Change planning, risk assessment and implementation documentation. MOPs and rollback procedures. Pre/post-change validation. Troubleshooting during implementation. Planned evening and weekend maintenance windows. Out-of-hours work will be agreed in advance wherever reasonably possible. Essential Experience CCNA or demonstrable equivalent Cisco networking experience. Strong Cisco routing and switching background. Practical OSPF and working BGP experience. Enterprise campus network experience. Strong network troubleshooting skills. Experience cleaning up and standardising legacy configurations. Cisco wireless knowledge and Aruba networking/wireless experience. Experience working under formal change-control processes. Strong technical documentation skills. Ability to work onsite in Cambridge. Flexibility to support planned evening/weekend changes. Desirable: CCNP-level knowledge, Cisco Catalyst experience, campus redesign/migration experience, mixed Cisco/Aruba environments, HLD/LLD experience and exposure to network automation or configuration management.
01/09/2026
Contractor
Network Contractor - Main Campus Network Redesign Location: Cambridge - Onsite Rate: 400- 440 per day, Inside IR35 Contract: Network Contractor Working Pattern: Onsite, with planned evening/weekend change windows We are seeking an experienced Network Contractor to support a major Main Campus Network Redesign and Remediation programme in Cambridge. This is a hands-on role requiring strong Cisco routing and switching , enterprise campus networking, OSPF, BGP and wireless experience. You will work alongside existing network and infrastructure teams to improve network stability, resilience, supportability and configuration standards. Key Responsibilities Review existing campus network topology and configurations. Identify and remediate legacy, redundant, inconsistent or obsolete configuration. Support network redesign and logical simplification. Configure and troubleshoot Cisco routers and switches. Troubleshoot complex Layer 2/Layer 3 connectivity and routing issues. Review and remediate VLANs, SVIs, trunks, port channels, routing and associated configuration. Support migration from legacy configurations to the agreed target design. Identify and remediate unused VLANs, interfaces, static routes, ACLs, prefix lists, route maps and unnecessary routing advertisements. Support Cisco wireless environments and troubleshoot basic Aruba networking/wireless issues. Prepare and implement controlled production network changes. Produce MOPs, implementation plans, rollback procedures and validation plans. Complete pre- and post-change testing and documentation. Produce accurate HLD/LLD, as-built, topology, routing and operational documentation. Work collaboratively with internal engineering teams while operating independently when required. Technical Requirements Cisco Routing & Switching Strong hands-on Cisco enterprise networking experience. Excellent Layer 2/Layer 3 and TCP/IP knowledge. VLANs, trunks, SVIs, port channels and Spanning Tree. Enterprise campus network design and resilient network architectures. Network configuration remediation and standardisation. OSPF Practical configuration and troubleshooting experience. Neighbour relationships, areas, route advertisement and summarisation. Path selection, costs, default routes and redistribution. BGP Working knowledge of eBGP/iBGP. Neighbour configuration and route advertisement. Prefix lists, route maps and filtering. Path selection, Local Preference, MED and AS Path. Troubleshooting BGP neighbour and routing issues. Wireless Cisco Wireless LAN Controllers, APs, WLANs/SSIDs and VLAN integration. Enterprise wireless and client connectivity troubleshooting. Working knowledge of Aruba networking and/or wireless environments. Change & Out-of-Hours Working The contractor will participate in planned production changes and migrations, including: Change planning, risk assessment and implementation documentation. MOPs and rollback procedures. Pre/post-change validation. Troubleshooting during implementation. Planned evening and weekend maintenance windows. Out-of-hours work will be agreed in advance wherever reasonably possible. Essential Experience CCNA or demonstrable equivalent Cisco networking experience. Strong Cisco routing and switching background. Practical OSPF and working BGP experience. Enterprise campus network experience. Strong network troubleshooting skills. Experience cleaning up and standardising legacy configurations. Cisco wireless knowledge and Aruba networking/wireless experience. Experience working under formal change-control processes. Strong technical documentation skills. Ability to work onsite in Cambridge. Flexibility to support planned evening/weekend changes. Desirable: CCNP-level knowledge, Cisco Catalyst experience, campus redesign/migration experience, mixed Cisco/Aruba environments, HLD/LLD experience and exposure to network automation or configuration management.
Senior IT Engineer (L3) Permanent, Full-time Work Location: Portishead, Bristol Salary: Flexible DOE About the Company: Our client is a growing and ambitious Managed Service Provider (MSP) known for delivering high-quality IT services and technical solutions. With a strong reputation for customer excellence, they support businesses in optimising their IT infrastructure, enhancing security, and ensuring seamless connectivity. They are now looking for a talented Senior IT Engineer to join their team and play a crucial role in delivering expert IT support and project solutions to their clients. About The Opportunity: This is an exciting opportunity for an experienced IT Support Engineer to be part of a dynamic and fast-paced environment. You will be working within the Service Desk team to provide high-level 3rd Line IT Support to clients while also leading the design and implementation of IT projects. Your role will involve everything from network management to cloud solutions, security enhancements, and system administration. As a Senior IT Engineer (L3) in the team, you will have the chance to influence and develop innovative IT strategies for a range of clients, ensuring their IT systems remain secure, efficient, and ahead of the competition. Key Responsibilities: Provide expert 3rd Line IT support to clients across a range of IT disciplines. Lead the design, planning, and delivery of technical projects. Manage and maintain computer networks to ensure seamless connectivity. Implement and administer cloud deployments within Azure and AWS. Configure and manage firewalls, security policies, and DMZ environments. Administer Microsoft Exchange and Office 365 environments. Oversee data backup solutions, business continuity, and disaster recovery strategies. Implement network security measures to protect against cyber threats. Troubleshoot LAN/WAN networks and utilise tools like IPerf and WireShark. Manage and configure network switches, VLANs, and WiFi solutions. Ensure IT systems comply with security best practices, including Cyber Essentials and ISO standards. Your Experience and Skills: You should have hands-on experience and knowledge in: Server Administration Windows Server 2012, 2016, 2019, 2022. Active Directory & Entra Full administration and management. DNS & DHCP Configuration and troubleshooting. Cloud Solutions Azure and AWS deployment & management. Cyber Security Network protection, firewall configuration, and compliance with security standards. Network Troubleshooting VLAN setup, switch management, LAN/WAN troubleshooting. Virtualisation Experience with VMware / Hyper-V. IT Project Delivery Proven ability to manage and implement technical projects. Compliance & Best Practices Understanding of Cyber Essentials, PCI, ISO, and other security standards. Desirable Qualifications (or willingness to work towards): Microsoft Certifications (MCP, MCSA). Cisco Certifications (CCNA). Virtualisation Certifications (VMware / Hyper-V). Cloud Certifications (Azure / AWS). Firewall & Networking Certifications (Fortinet, Cisco, SonicWall, Ruckus). If you are a skilled and ambitious IT Support Engineer looking for a new challenge, we would love to hear from you. To apply for the Senior IT Engineer (L3) role, send your CV today, and we will review it and contact you immediately. We are a recruitment company that specialises in projects and programmes.
01/09/2026
Full time
Senior IT Engineer (L3) Permanent, Full-time Work Location: Portishead, Bristol Salary: Flexible DOE About the Company: Our client is a growing and ambitious Managed Service Provider (MSP) known for delivering high-quality IT services and technical solutions. With a strong reputation for customer excellence, they support businesses in optimising their IT infrastructure, enhancing security, and ensuring seamless connectivity. They are now looking for a talented Senior IT Engineer to join their team and play a crucial role in delivering expert IT support and project solutions to their clients. About The Opportunity: This is an exciting opportunity for an experienced IT Support Engineer to be part of a dynamic and fast-paced environment. You will be working within the Service Desk team to provide high-level 3rd Line IT Support to clients while also leading the design and implementation of IT projects. Your role will involve everything from network management to cloud solutions, security enhancements, and system administration. As a Senior IT Engineer (L3) in the team, you will have the chance to influence and develop innovative IT strategies for a range of clients, ensuring their IT systems remain secure, efficient, and ahead of the competition. Key Responsibilities: Provide expert 3rd Line IT support to clients across a range of IT disciplines. Lead the design, planning, and delivery of technical projects. Manage and maintain computer networks to ensure seamless connectivity. Implement and administer cloud deployments within Azure and AWS. Configure and manage firewalls, security policies, and DMZ environments. Administer Microsoft Exchange and Office 365 environments. Oversee data backup solutions, business continuity, and disaster recovery strategies. Implement network security measures to protect against cyber threats. Troubleshoot LAN/WAN networks and utilise tools like IPerf and WireShark. Manage and configure network switches, VLANs, and WiFi solutions. Ensure IT systems comply with security best practices, including Cyber Essentials and ISO standards. Your Experience and Skills: You should have hands-on experience and knowledge in: Server Administration Windows Server 2012, 2016, 2019, 2022. Active Directory & Entra Full administration and management. DNS & DHCP Configuration and troubleshooting. Cloud Solutions Azure and AWS deployment & management. Cyber Security Network protection, firewall configuration, and compliance with security standards. Network Troubleshooting VLAN setup, switch management, LAN/WAN troubleshooting. Virtualisation Experience with VMware / Hyper-V. IT Project Delivery Proven ability to manage and implement technical projects. Compliance & Best Practices Understanding of Cyber Essentials, PCI, ISO, and other security standards. Desirable Qualifications (or willingness to work towards): Microsoft Certifications (MCP, MCSA). Cisco Certifications (CCNA). Virtualisation Certifications (VMware / Hyper-V). Cloud Certifications (Azure / AWS). Firewall & Networking Certifications (Fortinet, Cisco, SonicWall, Ruckus). If you are a skilled and ambitious IT Support Engineer looking for a new challenge, we would love to hear from you. To apply for the Senior IT Engineer (L3) role, send your CV today, and we will review it and contact you immediately. We are a recruitment company that specialises in projects and programmes.
Senior Telecoms & Technical Assurance Consultant Contract: 6 months rolling Location: Fully remote The Role We are seeking an experienced Senior Telecoms & Technical Assurance Consultant to provide independent technical assurance across a complex communications system. You will assess vendor designs, challenge technical assumptions, identify engineering risks and determine whether proposed solutions are technically mature, feasible and suitable for the operational environment. This is a broad technical assurance role covering RF, cellular communications, mission-critical services, embedded software, networking and telecommunications electronics , alongside security, aviation safety, certification and project management stakeholders. Key Responsibilities Provide independent technical assurance of communications systems and vendor solutions. Review and challenge supplier architectures, designs and technical documentation. Assess RF and antenna designs, including link budgets, RF chains, filtering, LNA/PA, intermodulation and modem coexistence. Assess LTE/3GPP systems, including UE behaviour, mobility, handover, QoS, bearers, SIMs and subscriptions. Evaluate Mission Critical Communications (MCX) , including MCPTT, MCData and MCVideo. Assess MCX architectures, codecs, KPIs, priority, pre-emption and technical trade-offs. Review embedded software/hardware, ideally including Yocto Linux and SoC platforms . Assess networking fundamentals including IP, switching and routing. Assess telecommunications electronics and equipment integration, including aircraft audio systems. Review IT/web technologies, vendor portals and machine-to-machine telemetry. Identify technical, integration and delivery risks. Challenge suppliers and assess the maturity and feasibility of proposed solutions. Work with security, aviation certification, safety and project management SMEs. Provide clear technical recommendations to stakeholders. Essential Experience Extensive telecommunications / wireless / communications systems engineering experience. Strong RF and antenna engineering knowledge. Experience with RF link budgets, RF chains, filtering, amplifiers and intermodulation. Strong LTE / 3GPP knowledge. Understanding of mobility, handover, QoS, bearers, SIMs and subscriptions. Experience with Mission Critical Communications / MCX , particularly MCPTT, MCData and/or MCVideo. Strong systems architecture and technical design assessment experience. CCNA-level networking knowledge covering IP, routing and switching. Understanding of embedded software/hardware, ideally Yocto Linux / SoC . Strong technical judgement and risk assessment capability. Desirable Experience Aviation, aerospace or avionics communications. Aircraft communications or audio integration. Aviation certification or safety environments. Technical or design assurance. Vendor/supplier technical assurance. Cyber security collaboration. Telemetry and machine-to-machine communications. Safety-critical or highly regulated environments. Technical & Stakeholder Skills You should be able to: Challenge suppliers constructively and credibly. Identify weaknesses in technical designs and architectures. Explain complex technical risks to non-specialists. Work effectively with multidisciplinary SMEs. Make sound technical judgements with incomplete information. Understand the project impact of technical decisions. Balance technical feasibility, risk, cost and programme considerations.
01/09/2026
Contractor
Senior Telecoms & Technical Assurance Consultant Contract: 6 months rolling Location: Fully remote The Role We are seeking an experienced Senior Telecoms & Technical Assurance Consultant to provide independent technical assurance across a complex communications system. You will assess vendor designs, challenge technical assumptions, identify engineering risks and determine whether proposed solutions are technically mature, feasible and suitable for the operational environment. This is a broad technical assurance role covering RF, cellular communications, mission-critical services, embedded software, networking and telecommunications electronics , alongside security, aviation safety, certification and project management stakeholders. Key Responsibilities Provide independent technical assurance of communications systems and vendor solutions. Review and challenge supplier architectures, designs and technical documentation. Assess RF and antenna designs, including link budgets, RF chains, filtering, LNA/PA, intermodulation and modem coexistence. Assess LTE/3GPP systems, including UE behaviour, mobility, handover, QoS, bearers, SIMs and subscriptions. Evaluate Mission Critical Communications (MCX) , including MCPTT, MCData and MCVideo. Assess MCX architectures, codecs, KPIs, priority, pre-emption and technical trade-offs. Review embedded software/hardware, ideally including Yocto Linux and SoC platforms . Assess networking fundamentals including IP, switching and routing. Assess telecommunications electronics and equipment integration, including aircraft audio systems. Review IT/web technologies, vendor portals and machine-to-machine telemetry. Identify technical, integration and delivery risks. Challenge suppliers and assess the maturity and feasibility of proposed solutions. Work with security, aviation certification, safety and project management SMEs. Provide clear technical recommendations to stakeholders. Essential Experience Extensive telecommunications / wireless / communications systems engineering experience. Strong RF and antenna engineering knowledge. Experience with RF link budgets, RF chains, filtering, amplifiers and intermodulation. Strong LTE / 3GPP knowledge. Understanding of mobility, handover, QoS, bearers, SIMs and subscriptions. Experience with Mission Critical Communications / MCX , particularly MCPTT, MCData and/or MCVideo. Strong systems architecture and technical design assessment experience. CCNA-level networking knowledge covering IP, routing and switching. Understanding of embedded software/hardware, ideally Yocto Linux / SoC . Strong technical judgement and risk assessment capability. Desirable Experience Aviation, aerospace or avionics communications. Aircraft communications or audio integration. Aviation certification or safety environments. Technical or design assurance. Vendor/supplier technical assurance. Cyber security collaboration. Telemetry and machine-to-machine communications. Safety-critical or highly regulated environments. Technical & Stakeholder Skills You should be able to: Challenge suppliers constructively and credibly. Identify weaknesses in technical designs and architectures. Explain complex technical risks to non-specialists. Work effectively with multidisciplinary SMEs. Make sound technical judgements with incomplete information. Understand the project impact of technical decisions. Balance technical feasibility, risk, cost and programme considerations.
IT Support Technician Derby (Hybrid) Permanent £27,000 - £30,000 (DOE) IT Support Technician needed for a permanent position based in Derby (Hybrid). Providing IT support to 1st line level including problem diagnosis, trouble-shooting + fixes. A chance to join an established IT Managed Services business with a proven track record spanning 20+ years. Start ideally September/October 2026. Hybrid Working working from the Derby office 4 days/week, with the option to work 1 day/week from home (WFH). Benefits include: £27-30k Salary (DOE) + 22 Days Holiday (plus BHs) + day off on your Birthday + Hybrid Working + Pension + Health Care + Training & Career Development: Providing 1st / 2nd line IT support to end users including: trouble-shooting, fixes, IT incident management, call logging, prioritisation, managing tickets + escalating complex IT incidents. Providing IT support across a range of customer IT environments including: Desktop PCs, Servers, Networks, IT Infrastructure, Peripherals, Telephony, Applications, Software, Hardware, and IT Cyber Security. Key supported technologies include: Windows Server (Apply online only), Office 365, Firewalls (Watchguard / Draytek), WDS, Intune, Entra. Communicating with end users, working to agreed SLAs, updating the IT Helpdesk Ticketing system + writing clear IT documentation. Assisting in the delivery of IT projects including: IT installations, rollouts, laptop upgrades, migrations + printer deployments. Advantageous Skills: VMware / Hyper-V, Hosted Telecoms (Mitel, 3CX, Gamma, Horizon), IP Telephony, Linux, AWS/Azure Cloud, Access Control Systems, BCDR, CCTV IP. IT qualifications advantageous: CompTIA, MCP, MCSE, MCSA, CCNA, CCNP, ITIL, ITSM, Cyber Essentials (or similar). Working for an IT Managed Service Provider (MSP), or IT Support businesses is advantageous. Full UK Driving Licence preferred.
01/09/2026
Full time
IT Support Technician Derby (Hybrid) Permanent £27,000 - £30,000 (DOE) IT Support Technician needed for a permanent position based in Derby (Hybrid). Providing IT support to 1st line level including problem diagnosis, trouble-shooting + fixes. A chance to join an established IT Managed Services business with a proven track record spanning 20+ years. Start ideally September/October 2026. Hybrid Working working from the Derby office 4 days/week, with the option to work 1 day/week from home (WFH). Benefits include: £27-30k Salary (DOE) + 22 Days Holiday (plus BHs) + day off on your Birthday + Hybrid Working + Pension + Health Care + Training & Career Development: Providing 1st / 2nd line IT support to end users including: trouble-shooting, fixes, IT incident management, call logging, prioritisation, managing tickets + escalating complex IT incidents. Providing IT support across a range of customer IT environments including: Desktop PCs, Servers, Networks, IT Infrastructure, Peripherals, Telephony, Applications, Software, Hardware, and IT Cyber Security. Key supported technologies include: Windows Server (Apply online only), Office 365, Firewalls (Watchguard / Draytek), WDS, Intune, Entra. Communicating with end users, working to agreed SLAs, updating the IT Helpdesk Ticketing system + writing clear IT documentation. Assisting in the delivery of IT projects including: IT installations, rollouts, laptop upgrades, migrations + printer deployments. Advantageous Skills: VMware / Hyper-V, Hosted Telecoms (Mitel, 3CX, Gamma, Horizon), IP Telephony, Linux, AWS/Azure Cloud, Access Control Systems, BCDR, CCTV IP. IT qualifications advantageous: CompTIA, MCP, MCSE, MCSA, CCNA, CCNP, ITIL, ITSM, Cyber Essentials (or similar). Working for an IT Managed Service Provider (MSP), or IT Support businesses is advantageous. Full UK Driving Licence preferred.
Senior Wireless Network Engineer 50,000 - 60,000 + Up to 10 Additional Paid Days Off, 5 Paid Charity Days, Private Medical and Dental Options, Gym Membership, Enhanced Pension, Family Leave, Subsidised Restaurant, Free Parking and More Farnborough, Hampshire - Office-Based Initially, With Hybrid Working Available After Six Months Are you an experienced Wireless Network Engineer with a background in Wi-Fi surveying, design and troubleshooting, looking to take technical ownership within a growing network team? This is an excellent opportunity to join an award-winning connectivity provider that has been recognised as a Great Place to Work for five consecutive years. You will work with modern wireless technologies across complex customer environments while benefiting from extensive training, varied projects and an outstanding benefits package. In this role, you will act as the senior escalation point within a fast-paced NOC while also delivering professional services across customer sites. You will survey, design, deploy and optimise enterprise wireless networks, resolve complex incidents and help develop the technical capability of more junior engineers. The position offers genuine variety between NOC support, wireless consultancy and project delivery. You could be troubleshooting a complex Wi-Fi issue remotely, producing an Ekahau survey and network design, or attending a customer site to support an installation, upgrade or migration. Candidates at the top end of the salary range will ideally be capable of independently delivering wireless surveys and designs, leading complex incident resolution and providing technical guidance to customers and colleagues. The Role: Act as the senior escalation point for complex network and wireless incidents Survey, design, deploy and optimise enterprise Wi-Fi solutions Produce heatmaps, survey reports, network designs and technical documentation Deliver customer projects including installations, upgrades and migrations Mentor junior engineers and support routing, switching and wider network infrastructure The Person: Strong commercial experience surveying, designing and troubleshooting enterprise Wi-Fi Experience with Ekahau or another recognised wireless survey platform Exposure to Aruba, Ruckus, Meraki, Cambium, Siklu or similar technologies CCNA-level networking knowledge, with a current certification strongly preferred Previous NOC or MSP experience with strong customer-facing communication skills Applicants must be able to commute to Farnborough five days per week for the first six months and travel to customer sites when required. Full UK right to work and at least five years' continuous UK residency are also required. Reference Number: BBBH(phone number removed) Rise Technical Recruitment Ltd acts an employment agency for permanent roles and an employment business for temporary roles. The salary advertised is the bracket available for this position. The actual salary paid will be dependent on your level of experience, qualifications and skill set and will be decided by our client, the employer. Rise are not responsible or liable for any hiring decisions made by the end client. We are an equal opportunities company and welcome applications from all suitable candidates.
01/09/2026
Full time
Senior Wireless Network Engineer 50,000 - 60,000 + Up to 10 Additional Paid Days Off, 5 Paid Charity Days, Private Medical and Dental Options, Gym Membership, Enhanced Pension, Family Leave, Subsidised Restaurant, Free Parking and More Farnborough, Hampshire - Office-Based Initially, With Hybrid Working Available After Six Months Are you an experienced Wireless Network Engineer with a background in Wi-Fi surveying, design and troubleshooting, looking to take technical ownership within a growing network team? This is an excellent opportunity to join an award-winning connectivity provider that has been recognised as a Great Place to Work for five consecutive years. You will work with modern wireless technologies across complex customer environments while benefiting from extensive training, varied projects and an outstanding benefits package. In this role, you will act as the senior escalation point within a fast-paced NOC while also delivering professional services across customer sites. You will survey, design, deploy and optimise enterprise wireless networks, resolve complex incidents and help develop the technical capability of more junior engineers. The position offers genuine variety between NOC support, wireless consultancy and project delivery. You could be troubleshooting a complex Wi-Fi issue remotely, producing an Ekahau survey and network design, or attending a customer site to support an installation, upgrade or migration. Candidates at the top end of the salary range will ideally be capable of independently delivering wireless surveys and designs, leading complex incident resolution and providing technical guidance to customers and colleagues. The Role: Act as the senior escalation point for complex network and wireless incidents Survey, design, deploy and optimise enterprise Wi-Fi solutions Produce heatmaps, survey reports, network designs and technical documentation Deliver customer projects including installations, upgrades and migrations Mentor junior engineers and support routing, switching and wider network infrastructure The Person: Strong commercial experience surveying, designing and troubleshooting enterprise Wi-Fi Experience with Ekahau or another recognised wireless survey platform Exposure to Aruba, Ruckus, Meraki, Cambium, Siklu or similar technologies CCNA-level networking knowledge, with a current certification strongly preferred Previous NOC or MSP experience with strong customer-facing communication skills Applicants must be able to commute to Farnborough five days per week for the first six months and travel to customer sites when required. Full UK right to work and at least five years' continuous UK residency are also required. Reference Number: BBBH(phone number removed) Rise Technical Recruitment Ltd acts an employment agency for permanent roles and an employment business for temporary roles. The salary advertised is the bracket available for this position. The actual salary paid will be dependent on your level of experience, qualifications and skill set and will be decided by our client, the employer. Rise are not responsible or liable for any hiring decisions made by the end client. We are an equal opportunities company and welcome applications from all suitable candidates.
Arden Resourcing
Welwyn Garden City, Hertfordshire
Technical Consultant Hybrid working (2/3 days per week office based, Welwyn Garden City) Up to 70k. My client who are an established UK technology business that deliver Cloud, Connectivity and Communications solutions to a broad customer base. Are looking for a Technical Consultant to deliver secure, reliable technical solutions for customers across Microsoft, cloud, infrastructure and networking environments. The role will combine solution design, implementation, consultancy and technical support. Key Responsibilities: Design and deliver technical solutions based on customer requirements. Work directly with senior stakeholders to understand technical and business needs. Provide hands-on technical support remotely and onsite when required. Produce detailed technical documentation including RFPs, RFIs, SoWs, HLDs and LLDs. Support pre-sales activity, helping shape solutions and customer proposals. Contribute to the improvement and maintenance of internal IT environments. Essential Experience: Eligible for SC clearance. Strong experience across Microsoft, to include 365, Azure and Windows Server. Networking experience with Juniper, Cisco or HPE technologies. Previous consultancy experience, including solution design, technical proposals and customer engagement. Comfortable combining project/design work with hands-on technical support. Desirable: Microsoft certifications such as MS-102 or AZ-104. Cyber Essentials+, CIS hardening or similar security standards. Palo Alto or SonicWall firewalls. VMware, Hyper-V, Proxmox or Morpheus. Server and storage infrastructure. Cloud networking and security. Networking certifications including CCNP, CCNA, JNCIP or JNCIA. Strong commercial awareness and customer-facing skills.
01/09/2026
Full time
Technical Consultant Hybrid working (2/3 days per week office based, Welwyn Garden City) Up to 70k. My client who are an established UK technology business that deliver Cloud, Connectivity and Communications solutions to a broad customer base. Are looking for a Technical Consultant to deliver secure, reliable technical solutions for customers across Microsoft, cloud, infrastructure and networking environments. The role will combine solution design, implementation, consultancy and technical support. Key Responsibilities: Design and deliver technical solutions based on customer requirements. Work directly with senior stakeholders to understand technical and business needs. Provide hands-on technical support remotely and onsite when required. Produce detailed technical documentation including RFPs, RFIs, SoWs, HLDs and LLDs. Support pre-sales activity, helping shape solutions and customer proposals. Contribute to the improvement and maintenance of internal IT environments. Essential Experience: Eligible for SC clearance. Strong experience across Microsoft, to include 365, Azure and Windows Server. Networking experience with Juniper, Cisco or HPE technologies. Previous consultancy experience, including solution design, technical proposals and customer engagement. Comfortable combining project/design work with hands-on technical support. Desirable: Microsoft certifications such as MS-102 or AZ-104. Cyber Essentials+, CIS hardening or similar security standards. Palo Alto or SonicWall firewalls. VMware, Hyper-V, Proxmox or Morpheus. Server and storage infrastructure. Cloud networking and security. Networking certifications including CCNP, CCNA, JNCIP or JNCIA. Strong commercial awareness and customer-facing skills.
