Infrastructure Engineer - MSP Windows Server, VMware, Azure, Cisco Yorkshire (Hybrid)£40,000 - £50,000 + Training + Certifications + Benefits Are you an experienced Infrastructure Engineer looking to join a growing Managed Service Provider where you'll gain exposure to complex project work, cloud technologies, virtualisation, and enterprise customer environments? We're working with a well-established MSP looking to add an Infrastructure Engineer to their technical team, supporting a broad client base across infrastructure, cloud, networking, and modern workplace technologies. This role is ideal for someone coming from an MSP or consultancy background who enjoys a mix of BAU support, project delivery, and customer-facing technical work. Key Responsibilities Support and maintain customer infrastructure environments Deliver infrastructure projects across server, cloud, networking, and virtualisation technologies Act as a technical escalation point for complex incidents and problems Manage and maintain Windows Server environments Support Microsoft 365, Azure, and hybrid cloud solutions Configure and troubleshoot networking infrastructure including switches, firewalls, and VPNs Work across VMware and Hyper-V virtualised environments Participate in migrations, upgrades, and infrastructure improvement projects Create and maintain technical documentation Tech Stack / Keywords Windows Server Active Directory (AD) Group Policy (GPO) DNS / DHCP Microsoft 365 Exchange Online Azure Entra ID / Azure AD VMware vSphere / ESXi Hyper-V Cisco Networking VLANs VPNs Firewalls Intune SharePoint Teams PowerShell Backup & Disaster Recovery Veeam What They're Looking For Previous experience working within an MSP / Managed Service Provider environment Strong infrastructure support and project delivery experience Experience supporting virtualised environments Strong communication and customer-facing skills Full UK driving licence preferred Why Join? Exposure to enterprise-level infrastructure projects Paid certifications and training Hybrid working Clear progression into Senior Infrastructure / Cloud / Consultant-level positions Supportive technical environment with modern technologies Opportunity to work across both cloud and on-prem infrastructure If you're an Infrastructure Engineer looking to develop your skills across cloud, networking, and virtualisation within a fast-paced MSP environment, apply now for immediate consideration. Oscar Associates (UK) Limited is acting as an Employment Agency in relation to this vacancy. To understand more about what we do with your data please review our privacy policy in the privacy section of the Oscar website.
22/05/2026
Full time
Infrastructure Engineer - MSP Windows Server, VMware, Azure, Cisco Yorkshire (Hybrid)£40,000 - £50,000 + Training + Certifications + Benefits Are you an experienced Infrastructure Engineer looking to join a growing Managed Service Provider where you'll gain exposure to complex project work, cloud technologies, virtualisation, and enterprise customer environments? We're working with a well-established MSP looking to add an Infrastructure Engineer to their technical team, supporting a broad client base across infrastructure, cloud, networking, and modern workplace technologies. This role is ideal for someone coming from an MSP or consultancy background who enjoys a mix of BAU support, project delivery, and customer-facing technical work. Key Responsibilities Support and maintain customer infrastructure environments Deliver infrastructure projects across server, cloud, networking, and virtualisation technologies Act as a technical escalation point for complex incidents and problems Manage and maintain Windows Server environments Support Microsoft 365, Azure, and hybrid cloud solutions Configure and troubleshoot networking infrastructure including switches, firewalls, and VPNs Work across VMware and Hyper-V virtualised environments Participate in migrations, upgrades, and infrastructure improvement projects Create and maintain technical documentation Tech Stack / Keywords Windows Server Active Directory (AD) Group Policy (GPO) DNS / DHCP Microsoft 365 Exchange Online Azure Entra ID / Azure AD VMware vSphere / ESXi Hyper-V Cisco Networking VLANs VPNs Firewalls Intune SharePoint Teams PowerShell Backup & Disaster Recovery Veeam What They're Looking For Previous experience working within an MSP / Managed Service Provider environment Strong infrastructure support and project delivery experience Experience supporting virtualised environments Strong communication and customer-facing skills Full UK driving licence preferred Why Join? Exposure to enterprise-level infrastructure projects Paid certifications and training Hybrid working Clear progression into Senior Infrastructure / Cloud / Consultant-level positions Supportive technical environment with modern technologies Opportunity to work across both cloud and on-prem infrastructure If you're an Infrastructure Engineer looking to develop your skills across cloud, networking, and virtualisation within a fast-paced MSP environment, apply now for immediate consideration. Oscar Associates (UK) Limited is acting as an Employment Agency in relation to this vacancy. To understand more about what we do with your data please review our privacy policy in the privacy section of the Oscar website.
Stoke on Tern, England TF9 2DS, United Kingdom • £25 - £30 Full-time Permanent Associate Posted 22 Oct 2025 Description Computeam is a fast growing education technology provider, delivering managed IT services to over 500 school and Multi-academy Trust clients across the UK. With 35% YoY growth over the past two years we are recognised as a world class employer by Best Companies Index. We are now looking for an IT Field Engineer to join our world class company. Candidates must have a good understanding of an experienced IT Field Engineer and be someone who is competent working with clients, customers and colleagues of all levels of seniority. Computeam is passionate about our mission to improve education outcomes using technology and we've been voted one of the Top 5 Mid Sized Companies to work for in the UK in the Best Companies Index for 2024 as well as Top 5 in the Technology Sector. We're therefore looking for a driven individual who is keen to make a difference to hundreds of schools across the UK. What do our IT Engineers and Consultants do? Make regular visits to client schools to provide effective on site responses to a range of IT networking and end user support requests. Looking after around 5 - 10 schools. Use robust and developing knowledge to support across IT services and technologies, including Microsoft, Google and Apple platforms. Process and escalates incoming requests for support both on site and remotely via the helpdesk. Participate in project work at client sites, with the potential for developing the direction and scope of these projects in the future. Work closely with our expert Account Managers to provide holistic technical support and consultancy for valued clients in schools. What skills should you have? Around 3 years' demonstrable experience in IT support services or consultancy Practical working knowledge of firewalls and HP Aruba switches in the Education or Public sectors ideally Windows AD, Microsoft Office 365 and Azure AD, Knowledge of LAN & WAN technologies Some VMWare and Microsoft Hyper V experience (desirable) Some experience in recent Microsoft Server builds Experience with Google Workspace For Education (desirable) Relevant certification in Networking (e.g., CCNA) and/or Microsoft Why Computeam? We have been recognised as a World Class Employee by Best Companies in 2024 and we have excellent engagement and wellbeing practices, which in turn drives an excellent service for our clients. We believe in rewarding our staff and sharing in Computeam's success. Our values Passion - truly engage with our aim and use that to provide the best service you can in your role Purpose - make your actions purposeful and positive People - collaborate with the team to support and develop on a peer to peer basis Proud - demonstrate pride in the role you are doing and how this will impact better outcomes in education Just some of our Company Benefits include Employer PensionContributions Employee Assistance Plan Laptop and Mobile Phone Holiday entitlement starting at 22 days increasing with length of service Additional Birthday leave and Holiday buy and sell Volunteer leave Company Carbon footprint offset with Ecologi Cycle to work scheme Salary sacrifice EV car scheme Funded professional trainingand access to our inhouse training platform What are the hours and working patterns 40 hours a week between 8am - 5.30pm Monday - Friday Predominantly school site visits, some work from home, visits to the regional Head Office Computeam Pay Scale Mileage expenses reimbursement (own car essential and full driving licence)
20/05/2026
Full time
Stoke on Tern, England TF9 2DS, United Kingdom • £25 - £30 Full-time Permanent Associate Posted 22 Oct 2025 Description Computeam is a fast growing education technology provider, delivering managed IT services to over 500 school and Multi-academy Trust clients across the UK. With 35% YoY growth over the past two years we are recognised as a world class employer by Best Companies Index. We are now looking for an IT Field Engineer to join our world class company. Candidates must have a good understanding of an experienced IT Field Engineer and be someone who is competent working with clients, customers and colleagues of all levels of seniority. Computeam is passionate about our mission to improve education outcomes using technology and we've been voted one of the Top 5 Mid Sized Companies to work for in the UK in the Best Companies Index for 2024 as well as Top 5 in the Technology Sector. We're therefore looking for a driven individual who is keen to make a difference to hundreds of schools across the UK. What do our IT Engineers and Consultants do? Make regular visits to client schools to provide effective on site responses to a range of IT networking and end user support requests. Looking after around 5 - 10 schools. Use robust and developing knowledge to support across IT services and technologies, including Microsoft, Google and Apple platforms. Process and escalates incoming requests for support both on site and remotely via the helpdesk. Participate in project work at client sites, with the potential for developing the direction and scope of these projects in the future. Work closely with our expert Account Managers to provide holistic technical support and consultancy for valued clients in schools. What skills should you have? Around 3 years' demonstrable experience in IT support services or consultancy Practical working knowledge of firewalls and HP Aruba switches in the Education or Public sectors ideally Windows AD, Microsoft Office 365 and Azure AD, Knowledge of LAN & WAN technologies Some VMWare and Microsoft Hyper V experience (desirable) Some experience in recent Microsoft Server builds Experience with Google Workspace For Education (desirable) Relevant certification in Networking (e.g., CCNA) and/or Microsoft Why Computeam? We have been recognised as a World Class Employee by Best Companies in 2024 and we have excellent engagement and wellbeing practices, which in turn drives an excellent service for our clients. We believe in rewarding our staff and sharing in Computeam's success. Our values Passion - truly engage with our aim and use that to provide the best service you can in your role Purpose - make your actions purposeful and positive People - collaborate with the team to support and develop on a peer to peer basis Proud - demonstrate pride in the role you are doing and how this will impact better outcomes in education Just some of our Company Benefits include Employer PensionContributions Employee Assistance Plan Laptop and Mobile Phone Holiday entitlement starting at 22 days increasing with length of service Additional Birthday leave and Holiday buy and sell Volunteer leave Company Carbon footprint offset with Ecologi Cycle to work scheme Salary sacrifice EV car scheme Funded professional trainingand access to our inhouse training platform What are the hours and working patterns 40 hours a week between 8am - 5.30pm Monday - Friday Predominantly school site visits, some work from home, visits to the regional Head Office Computeam Pay Scale Mileage expenses reimbursement (own car essential and full driving licence)
Systems Consultant (3rd Line / Infrastructure) - Hybrid Working - £55,000! Role : Systems Consultant Location : London (Hybrid - 3 days onsite / 2 days remote) Salary : £45,000 - £50,000 (DOE) A highly respected London-based Managed Service Provider is looking for a Systems Consultant / 3rd Line Infrastructure Engineer to join their growing Infrastructure Services team. This role is ideal for an experienced 2nd or 3rd Line Engineer within an MSP who wants to move into a more consultative, customer-facing infrastructure position, working with modern cloud-first and security-led environments. You'll play a key role in supporting and improving client infrastructure while developing deeper expertise across Microsoft cloud, security, and enterprise infrastructure technologies. The Role As a Systems Consultant, you'll operate as a senior escalation point within the infrastructure team, supporting complex technical environments across multiple clients. You'll work closely with Service Desk, Professional Services, and Account Management teams to ensure the stability, security, and scalability of client IT environments. This position also offers the opportunity to develop into a technical authority or future infrastructure architect within a fast-growing MSP. Key Responsibilities Act as a 3rd line escalation point for complex infrastructure incidentsTroubleshoot and resolve business-critical technical issues, including root cause analysisSupport and contribute to major incident management and post-incident reviewsDeliver proactive infrastructure improvements, including monitoring, patching, and optimisationProvide technical oversight for changes, upgrades, and infrastructure improvementsContribute to automation, platform standardisation, and service improvementsSupport security posture, backup, business continuity, and disaster recovery solutionsDevelop into a Subject Matter Expert (SME) for key technologies and vendor platformsProvide mentorship and guidance to 1st and 2nd Line engineersMaintain clear technical documentation and communicate effectively with customersOccasional client site visits may be required for workshops, escalations, or technical meetings. Technical Environment You'll be working across modern cloud and infrastructure technologies, including:Microsoft 365Microsoft Azure (IaaS, identity, networking, security)Windows ServerActive Directory / Entra IDGroup PolicyVirtualisation (VMware / Hyper-V)Advanced networking (VPNs, routing, switching, firewalls)Backup & disaster recovery platformsAutomation & scriptingCyber security technologies and controls Experience Required 2-3+ years in a 2nd / 3rd Line or Infrastructure roleExperience working within an MSP or multi-client IT environmentStrong troubleshooting and root cause analysis skillsComfortable supporting complex infrastructure environmentsExperience across Microsoft cloud and on-prem infrastructure Desirable Skills Microsoft certifications (e.g. Azure Administrator - AZ-104)Experience with Microsoft 365 administration and identity servicesExposure to AWS or Google CloudExperience with RMM and PSA toolsKnowledge of backup platforms (e.g. Veeam, Datto)Exposure to SIEM / SOC toolsUnderstanding of AI tools such as Microsoft 365 CopilotLinux administration experience The client is looking to fill this opportunity immediately, so please apply ASAP or feel free to drop me an email with any questions to . com. SER-IN
19/05/2026
Full time
Systems Consultant (3rd Line / Infrastructure) - Hybrid Working - £55,000! Role : Systems Consultant Location : London (Hybrid - 3 days onsite / 2 days remote) Salary : £45,000 - £50,000 (DOE) A highly respected London-based Managed Service Provider is looking for a Systems Consultant / 3rd Line Infrastructure Engineer to join their growing Infrastructure Services team. This role is ideal for an experienced 2nd or 3rd Line Engineer within an MSP who wants to move into a more consultative, customer-facing infrastructure position, working with modern cloud-first and security-led environments. You'll play a key role in supporting and improving client infrastructure while developing deeper expertise across Microsoft cloud, security, and enterprise infrastructure technologies. The Role As a Systems Consultant, you'll operate as a senior escalation point within the infrastructure team, supporting complex technical environments across multiple clients. You'll work closely with Service Desk, Professional Services, and Account Management teams to ensure the stability, security, and scalability of client IT environments. This position also offers the opportunity to develop into a technical authority or future infrastructure architect within a fast-growing MSP. Key Responsibilities Act as a 3rd line escalation point for complex infrastructure incidentsTroubleshoot and resolve business-critical technical issues, including root cause analysisSupport and contribute to major incident management and post-incident reviewsDeliver proactive infrastructure improvements, including monitoring, patching, and optimisationProvide technical oversight for changes, upgrades, and infrastructure improvementsContribute to automation, platform standardisation, and service improvementsSupport security posture, backup, business continuity, and disaster recovery solutionsDevelop into a Subject Matter Expert (SME) for key technologies and vendor platformsProvide mentorship and guidance to 1st and 2nd Line engineersMaintain clear technical documentation and communicate effectively with customersOccasional client site visits may be required for workshops, escalations, or technical meetings. Technical Environment You'll be working across modern cloud and infrastructure technologies, including:Microsoft 365Microsoft Azure (IaaS, identity, networking, security)Windows ServerActive Directory / Entra IDGroup PolicyVirtualisation (VMware / Hyper-V)Advanced networking (VPNs, routing, switching, firewalls)Backup & disaster recovery platformsAutomation & scriptingCyber security technologies and controls Experience Required 2-3+ years in a 2nd / 3rd Line or Infrastructure roleExperience working within an MSP or multi-client IT environmentStrong troubleshooting and root cause analysis skillsComfortable supporting complex infrastructure environmentsExperience across Microsoft cloud and on-prem infrastructure Desirable Skills Microsoft certifications (e.g. Azure Administrator - AZ-104)Experience with Microsoft 365 administration and identity servicesExposure to AWS or Google CloudExperience with RMM and PSA toolsKnowledge of backup platforms (e.g. Veeam, Datto)Exposure to SIEM / SOC toolsUnderstanding of AI tools such as Microsoft 365 CopilotLinux administration experience The client is looking to fill this opportunity immediately, so please apply ASAP or feel free to drop me an email with any questions to . com. SER-IN
Principle Architect (Cloud & Infrastructure) Hybrid Remote (Hemel Hempstead) For us, tech has never been about just hardware or software. It's about people. It's our meaningful relationships, deep expertise and practical know-how in technology that drive what we do. We put our customers, our partners and the environment at the heart of everything we do and our people are the difference that make the difference. At boxxe, we understand, we collaborate, we simplify, we care and we deliver; together we are making tech human. The Principal Architect plays a key role in driving growth across the Cloud & Infrastructure Practice. We're looking for a highly technical leader to shape our solutions and services strategy alongside the Practice Director. You'll act as the technical authority across Professional and Managed Services, guiding technology choices and leading our approach across key vendors. You'll introduce new technologies, evolve our capabilities, and stay highly visible with internal and external stakeholders. This role is ideal for a senior or lead consultant ready to step away from day to day delivery and move into a strategic and forward looking position. Responsibilities Build and maintain technical relationships with key stakeholders within customers and strategic vendors Serve as technical authority across Professional Services and Managed Services for post sale customer engagements. Provide senior level technical escalation for the PMO and Managed Service operations teams. Collaborate with Professional and Managed Services leadership to implement new and improve existing service models. Support the Practice Director on technical strategy and emerging technology adoption. Taking a leading role in creating and embedding new packaged service offerings. Build and maintain technical training and certification pathways for technical team skills development. Undertake knowledge sharing and technical mentoring to aid skills development across technical teams. Define, maintain, and standardise documentation, operating procedures, and implementation best practices. Oversee demo and training lab environments for the Practice, support customer demonstrations as needed. Collaborate with the 'boxxe Labs' product team to expand the portfolio of in-house developed software platforms that differentiate us in the market. Qualifications 5+ years' experience in a senior or lead consultant role, implementing large and complex infrastructure solutions in customer environments Knowledge of key cloud technologies (cloud services, compute, data, storage, virtualisation,) Certified to expert level in at least one of Microsoft Azure, VMware, Dell, and/or HPE. Familiarity with infrastructure-as-code and IT automation tools Strong organisational skills Excellent quality of documentation Exemplary communication skills Flexibility to travel throughout the UK when needed Matured commercial awareness Ability to influence customers, vendors, and colleagues Familiarity with any AI/ML frameworks, Kubernetes, or other cloud services (AWS, GCP etc.) is a benefit At boxxe we believe that business should be about more than just profits. Sustainability is a core value. We are committed to reducing our environmental impact, encouraging inclusive working environments, and trading ethically. Everyone at boxxe is responsible for considering the impact of their actions on the environment and for reducing our carbon footprint through embracing Work from Anywhere (in the UK) principles, minimising travel by using virtual technology and adopting sustainable practices. boxxe embraces diversity. As an equal opportunity employer, we are committed to building a team that represents a variety of backgrounds, perspectives, and skills. boxxe does not discriminate based on race, religion, colour, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status. All our employment is based on qualification, excellence, and business need.
13/05/2026
Full time
Principle Architect (Cloud & Infrastructure) Hybrid Remote (Hemel Hempstead) For us, tech has never been about just hardware or software. It's about people. It's our meaningful relationships, deep expertise and practical know-how in technology that drive what we do. We put our customers, our partners and the environment at the heart of everything we do and our people are the difference that make the difference. At boxxe, we understand, we collaborate, we simplify, we care and we deliver; together we are making tech human. The Principal Architect plays a key role in driving growth across the Cloud & Infrastructure Practice. We're looking for a highly technical leader to shape our solutions and services strategy alongside the Practice Director. You'll act as the technical authority across Professional and Managed Services, guiding technology choices and leading our approach across key vendors. You'll introduce new technologies, evolve our capabilities, and stay highly visible with internal and external stakeholders. This role is ideal for a senior or lead consultant ready to step away from day to day delivery and move into a strategic and forward looking position. Responsibilities Build and maintain technical relationships with key stakeholders within customers and strategic vendors Serve as technical authority across Professional Services and Managed Services for post sale customer engagements. Provide senior level technical escalation for the PMO and Managed Service operations teams. Collaborate with Professional and Managed Services leadership to implement new and improve existing service models. Support the Practice Director on technical strategy and emerging technology adoption. Taking a leading role in creating and embedding new packaged service offerings. Build and maintain technical training and certification pathways for technical team skills development. Undertake knowledge sharing and technical mentoring to aid skills development across technical teams. Define, maintain, and standardise documentation, operating procedures, and implementation best practices. Oversee demo and training lab environments for the Practice, support customer demonstrations as needed. Collaborate with the 'boxxe Labs' product team to expand the portfolio of in-house developed software platforms that differentiate us in the market. Qualifications 5+ years' experience in a senior or lead consultant role, implementing large and complex infrastructure solutions in customer environments Knowledge of key cloud technologies (cloud services, compute, data, storage, virtualisation,) Certified to expert level in at least one of Microsoft Azure, VMware, Dell, and/or HPE. Familiarity with infrastructure-as-code and IT automation tools Strong organisational skills Excellent quality of documentation Exemplary communication skills Flexibility to travel throughout the UK when needed Matured commercial awareness Ability to influence customers, vendors, and colleagues Familiarity with any AI/ML frameworks, Kubernetes, or other cloud services (AWS, GCP etc.) is a benefit At boxxe we believe that business should be about more than just profits. Sustainability is a core value. We are committed to reducing our environmental impact, encouraging inclusive working environments, and trading ethically. Everyone at boxxe is responsible for considering the impact of their actions on the environment and for reducing our carbon footprint through embracing Work from Anywhere (in the UK) principles, minimising travel by using virtual technology and adopting sustainable practices. boxxe embraces diversity. As an equal opportunity employer, we are committed to building a team that represents a variety of backgrounds, perspectives, and skills. boxxe does not discriminate based on race, religion, colour, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status. All our employment is based on qualification, excellence, and business need.
About Doherty Associates Doherty Associates (DA) has delivered high quality IT solutions for over 30 years to world renowned, international clients. We provide a broad range of consulting and managed services to a loyal and growing client base, specialising in risk focused sectors such as private equity and legal, where security, resilience, and service quality are paramount. We are a highly accredited Microsoft partner, holding five Microsoft Solutions Partner Designations, alongside ISO27001, ISO9001, and Cyber Essentials Plus certifications. And operate a multi-geographic, 24/7 support service. Our customers rely on us for specialist expertise and innovation across cloud and hybrid infrastructure, modern workplace, data and BI, cyber security, governance, and compliance. We have built a strong reputation for keeping our promises and delivering consistently high-quality outcomes. About the Role This is a senior leadership role suited to an experienced technical professional who is passionate about helping organisations transform and evolve their technology platforms and services. As a Systems Architect, you will provide technical leadership and design authority across Microsoft cloud services, with a strong focus on Azure. You will act as a technical author and consultant, supporting presales and project delivery, across the full project lifecycle to ensure solutions meet both business and technical requirements. You will bring deep expertise in designing and delivering enterprise-scale cloud and hybrid infrastructure solutions, including Azure IaaS, Azure Virtual Desktop (AVD), Azure Arc, and monitoring platforms. Responsibilities Act as the technical design authority for Azure migration and transformation projects. Work with subject matter experts and promote collaborative decision making and shared technical ownership. Design and deliver Azure solutions, producing clear, well governed migration and implementation plans aligned to best practices and customer standards. Lead the design and implementation of Azure Virtual Desktop solutions, including sizing, configuration, identity integration, and security. Own end to end technical delivery, including planning, build, testing, deployment, and operational handover. Mentor and guide delivery teams to ensure high quality outcomes and consistent technical standards. Work closely with Project Managers to ensure effective coordination and smooth transition to operational support teams. Engage with customers to understand business objectives, technical requirements, and constraints. Lead and contribute to customer workshops and technical assessments focused on Azure migration and modernisation strategies. Provide technical leadership during presales activities, including solution design, estimates, and peer reviews. Collaborate with Enterprise Architects to ensure solutions align with customer strategy and long-term architectural goals. Architecture, Standards & Professional Practice Act as a visible senior technical professional within the organisation, supporting onboarding, mentoring, and skills development of engineers. Stay current with Azure platform developments, particularly in migration tooling, automation, DevOps practices, and governance frameworks. Apply enterprise scale Azure architecture principles to deliver secure, compliant, and scalable solutions, proactively managing risk and stakeholder expectations to maximise business value. Qualifications, Skills & Experience Extensive hands-on experience delivering Azure migration and transformation projects, including VMware-to-Azure transitions Strong expertise in Azure IaaS, networking, identity (Active Directory / Entra ID), and automation using PowerShell, Bicep, and/or Terraform Solid understanding of Azure networking and architecture patterns, including Private Endpoints, Virtual WAN, hub and spoke, and Azure Landing Zone (ALZ) modules Experience designing and delivering Azure Virtual Desktop solutions at scale Excellent communication skills, with the ability to engage confidently with both technical and non technical stakeholders Experience with Azure Local design and migration planning, including VMware-to-Azure transition strategies, and/or hands on delivery of Azure Virtual Desktop environments would be highly advantageous Preferred Microsoft Certifications (one or more) Azure Solutions Architect Expert (AZ 305) Cybersecurity Architect Expert (SC 100) Identity and Access Administrator (SC 300) About the person A professional, consultative individual with strong leadership and influencing skills Highly analytical and detail oriented, with a passion for solving complex technical challenges Collaborative and supportive, with a genuine commitment to mentoring and knowledge sharing Curious, proactive, and motivated to stay ahead of Azure innovation and best practice Patient and committed to coaching, mentoring and actively sharing knowledge with others Resilient What we offer in return Basic salary plus performance bonus 34 days of annual leave (incl. 8 UK bank holidays and a day off on your birthday) Incentives for achieving Microsoft accreditations Enhanced family friendly benefit schemes including company sick pay Sponsored training and development and, where applicable to the role, a technical exams incentive scheme Private medical insurance and Employee Assistance Programme
10/05/2026
Full time
About Doherty Associates Doherty Associates (DA) has delivered high quality IT solutions for over 30 years to world renowned, international clients. We provide a broad range of consulting and managed services to a loyal and growing client base, specialising in risk focused sectors such as private equity and legal, where security, resilience, and service quality are paramount. We are a highly accredited Microsoft partner, holding five Microsoft Solutions Partner Designations, alongside ISO27001, ISO9001, and Cyber Essentials Plus certifications. And operate a multi-geographic, 24/7 support service. Our customers rely on us for specialist expertise and innovation across cloud and hybrid infrastructure, modern workplace, data and BI, cyber security, governance, and compliance. We have built a strong reputation for keeping our promises and delivering consistently high-quality outcomes. About the Role This is a senior leadership role suited to an experienced technical professional who is passionate about helping organisations transform and evolve their technology platforms and services. As a Systems Architect, you will provide technical leadership and design authority across Microsoft cloud services, with a strong focus on Azure. You will act as a technical author and consultant, supporting presales and project delivery, across the full project lifecycle to ensure solutions meet both business and technical requirements. You will bring deep expertise in designing and delivering enterprise-scale cloud and hybrid infrastructure solutions, including Azure IaaS, Azure Virtual Desktop (AVD), Azure Arc, and monitoring platforms. Responsibilities Act as the technical design authority for Azure migration and transformation projects. Work with subject matter experts and promote collaborative decision making and shared technical ownership. Design and deliver Azure solutions, producing clear, well governed migration and implementation plans aligned to best practices and customer standards. Lead the design and implementation of Azure Virtual Desktop solutions, including sizing, configuration, identity integration, and security. Own end to end technical delivery, including planning, build, testing, deployment, and operational handover. Mentor and guide delivery teams to ensure high quality outcomes and consistent technical standards. Work closely with Project Managers to ensure effective coordination and smooth transition to operational support teams. Engage with customers to understand business objectives, technical requirements, and constraints. Lead and contribute to customer workshops and technical assessments focused on Azure migration and modernisation strategies. Provide technical leadership during presales activities, including solution design, estimates, and peer reviews. Collaborate with Enterprise Architects to ensure solutions align with customer strategy and long-term architectural goals. Architecture, Standards & Professional Practice Act as a visible senior technical professional within the organisation, supporting onboarding, mentoring, and skills development of engineers. Stay current with Azure platform developments, particularly in migration tooling, automation, DevOps practices, and governance frameworks. Apply enterprise scale Azure architecture principles to deliver secure, compliant, and scalable solutions, proactively managing risk and stakeholder expectations to maximise business value. Qualifications, Skills & Experience Extensive hands-on experience delivering Azure migration and transformation projects, including VMware-to-Azure transitions Strong expertise in Azure IaaS, networking, identity (Active Directory / Entra ID), and automation using PowerShell, Bicep, and/or Terraform Solid understanding of Azure networking and architecture patterns, including Private Endpoints, Virtual WAN, hub and spoke, and Azure Landing Zone (ALZ) modules Experience designing and delivering Azure Virtual Desktop solutions at scale Excellent communication skills, with the ability to engage confidently with both technical and non technical stakeholders Experience with Azure Local design and migration planning, including VMware-to-Azure transition strategies, and/or hands on delivery of Azure Virtual Desktop environments would be highly advantageous Preferred Microsoft Certifications (one or more) Azure Solutions Architect Expert (AZ 305) Cybersecurity Architect Expert (SC 100) Identity and Access Administrator (SC 300) About the person A professional, consultative individual with strong leadership and influencing skills Highly analytical and detail oriented, with a passion for solving complex technical challenges Collaborative and supportive, with a genuine commitment to mentoring and knowledge sharing Curious, proactive, and motivated to stay ahead of Azure innovation and best practice Patient and committed to coaching, mentoring and actively sharing knowledge with others Resilient What we offer in return Basic salary plus performance bonus 34 days of annual leave (incl. 8 UK bank holidays and a day off on your birthday) Incentives for achieving Microsoft accreditations Enhanced family friendly benefit schemes including company sick pay Sponsored training and development and, where applicable to the role, a technical exams incentive scheme Private medical insurance and Employee Assistance Programme
Your Mission The Principal Architect plays a key role in driving growth across the Cloud & Infrastructure Practice. We're looking for a highly technical leader to shape our solutions and services strategy alongside the Practice Director. You'll act as the technical authority across Professional and Managed Services, guiding technology choices and leading our approach across key vendors. You'll introduce new technologies, evolve our capabilities, and stay highly visible with internal and external stakeholders. This role is ideal for a senior or lead consultant ready to step away from day to day delivery and move into a strategic and forward looking position. What you'll be doing Build and maintain technical relationships with key stakeholders within customers and strategic vendors Serve as technical authority across Professional Services and Managed Services for post sale customer engagements. Provide senior level technical escalation for the PMO and Managed Service operations teams. Collaborate with Professional and Managed Services leadership to implement new and improve existing service models. Support the Practice Director on technical strategy and emerging technology adoption. Taking a leading role in creating and embedding new packaged service offerings. Build and maintain technical training and certification pathways for technical team skills development. Undertake knowledge sharing and technical mentoring to aid skills development across technical teams. Define, maintain, and standardise documentation, operating procedures, and implementation best practices. Oversee demo and training lab environments for the Practice, support customer demonstrations as needed. Collaborate with the 'boxxe Labs' product team to expand the portfolio of in-house developed software platforms that differentiate us in the market. What experience we think you'll need 5+ years' experience in a senior or lead consultant role, implementing large and complex infrastructure solutions in customer environments Knowledge of key cloud technologies (cloud services, compute, data, storage, virtualisation,) Certified to expert level in at least one of Microsoft Azure, VMware, Dell, and/or HPE. Familiarity with infrastructure-as-code and IT automation tools Strong organisational skills Excellent quality of documentation Exemplary communication skills Flexibility to travel throughout the UK when needed Matured commercial awareness Ability to influence customers, vendors, and colleagues Familiarity with any AI/ML frameworks, Kubernetes, or other cloud services (AWS, GCP etc.) is a benefit> At boxxe we believe that business should be about more than just profits. Sustainability is a core value. We are committed to reducing our environmental impact, encouraging inclusive working environments, and trading ethically. Everyone at boxxe is responsible for considering the impact of their actions on the environment and for reducing our carbon footprint through embracing Work from Anywhere (in the UK) principles, minimising travel by using virtual technology and adopting sustainable practices. boxxe embraces diversity. As an equal opportunity employer, we are committed to building a team that represents a variety of backgrounds, perspectives, and skills. boxxe does not discriminate based on race, religion, colour, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status. All our employment is based on qualification, excellence, and business need. Select Select
09/05/2026
Full time
Your Mission The Principal Architect plays a key role in driving growth across the Cloud & Infrastructure Practice. We're looking for a highly technical leader to shape our solutions and services strategy alongside the Practice Director. You'll act as the technical authority across Professional and Managed Services, guiding technology choices and leading our approach across key vendors. You'll introduce new technologies, evolve our capabilities, and stay highly visible with internal and external stakeholders. This role is ideal for a senior or lead consultant ready to step away from day to day delivery and move into a strategic and forward looking position. What you'll be doing Build and maintain technical relationships with key stakeholders within customers and strategic vendors Serve as technical authority across Professional Services and Managed Services for post sale customer engagements. Provide senior level technical escalation for the PMO and Managed Service operations teams. Collaborate with Professional and Managed Services leadership to implement new and improve existing service models. Support the Practice Director on technical strategy and emerging technology adoption. Taking a leading role in creating and embedding new packaged service offerings. Build and maintain technical training and certification pathways for technical team skills development. Undertake knowledge sharing and technical mentoring to aid skills development across technical teams. Define, maintain, and standardise documentation, operating procedures, and implementation best practices. Oversee demo and training lab environments for the Practice, support customer demonstrations as needed. Collaborate with the 'boxxe Labs' product team to expand the portfolio of in-house developed software platforms that differentiate us in the market. What experience we think you'll need 5+ years' experience in a senior or lead consultant role, implementing large and complex infrastructure solutions in customer environments Knowledge of key cloud technologies (cloud services, compute, data, storage, virtualisation,) Certified to expert level in at least one of Microsoft Azure, VMware, Dell, and/or HPE. Familiarity with infrastructure-as-code and IT automation tools Strong organisational skills Excellent quality of documentation Exemplary communication skills Flexibility to travel throughout the UK when needed Matured commercial awareness Ability to influence customers, vendors, and colleagues Familiarity with any AI/ML frameworks, Kubernetes, or other cloud services (AWS, GCP etc.) is a benefit> At boxxe we believe that business should be about more than just profits. Sustainability is a core value. We are committed to reducing our environmental impact, encouraging inclusive working environments, and trading ethically. Everyone at boxxe is responsible for considering the impact of their actions on the environment and for reducing our carbon footprint through embracing Work from Anywhere (in the UK) principles, minimising travel by using virtual technology and adopting sustainable practices. boxxe embraces diversity. As an equal opportunity employer, we are committed to building a team that represents a variety of backgrounds, perspectives, and skills. boxxe does not discriminate based on race, religion, colour, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status. All our employment is based on qualification, excellence, and business need. Select Select
This Cyber Security OT Engineer will report to the Cyber Security OT Engineering Manager and will work within The Information Systems directorate based in our Ipswich office. You will be a permanent employee. You will attract a salary of up to £66,000.00 depending on skills, qualifications and experience and a bonus of 7.5%. This role is office based 5 days a week ONLY. Close Date: 17/05/2026 We also provide the following additional benefits Reservist Leave - Additional 18 days full pay and 22 unpaid Personal Pension Plan - Personal contribution rates of 4% or 5% (UK Power Networks will make a corresponding contribution of 8% or 10%) Tenancy Loan Deposit Scheme, Season Ticket Loan Tax efficient benefits: Cycle to Work, Home & Tech, and Green Car Leasing Schemes Occupational Health support Switched On - scheme providing discount on hundreds of retailers' products Discounted gym membership Employee Assistance Programme Job purpose You will support the Operational Technology (OT) Engineering Manager to ensure that UK Power Networks information systems that support the essential function and users are adequately protected from cyber threats. You will also ensure continuous safe and effective business operation, in line with the NCSC NIS Regulation goals. You will work with the IS managed service providers and all partners to implement and operate cyber security systems. Dimensions You will support the Implementation, Administration, Support and Maintenance of the Critical UK Power Networks OT Systems Security Infrastructure Portfolio. This includes FortiNet Firewalls, Switches and Products, Centralised Security Management and Logging Systems, SIEM, PAM, Endpoint, IDS and Cisco ISE Supporting Infrastructure. People - work collaboratively in a team of circa 8 permanent and temporary cyber security architecture resources. Suppliers - regular interaction with 3rd party service providers, specialist technical consultants and cyber security tooling vendors. Communication - the ability to communicate technical cyber security concepts to technical and non-technical colleagues across different levels of seniority to facilitate and ensure understanding of decisions taken across the business. Stakeholders - establish and maintain collaborative working relationships with internal and external technology teams and third-party providers, suppliers, and partners to improve outcomes and create agreement around a course of action. Principal accountabilities Ensure highest standards of safety are applied across all responsibilities Work within the security team and together with Incident Management to resolve customer incidents to agreed SLA and provide timely and accurate feedback. Work within the security team and in conjunction with Problem Management to resolve customer problems, providing in-depth root cause analysis. Organise, prepare, test and implement production changes to the OT Security Infrastructure following strict Change Control Management Processes. Participate in the change authority board. Support the OT Security Infrastructure Setup, Configuration, Performance, Monitoring and Preventative Maintenance tasks. Involved in OT Projects driven by the business to support the security requirements and regulated NISD compliance. Support OT specific cyber security testing concerning project-driven material change within the technology environment and support the wider team on tracking the implementation of resulting remedial actions Help deliver activities within the continuous programme of cyber security improvement relating to OT security enhancements across the SCADA environment Establish and maintain relationships with important partners that maintain business support for OT security measures and improvements Support the wider team to guide root cause analysis of OT related security incidents to ensure prompt action is taken to prevent incident reoccurrence and strengthen relevant cyber security controls Cyber security incident response and recovery activities in relation to OT systems to support the Cyber Security Operations Lead and the wider cyber security management capability. Work with cyber security vendors when specifying and testing new hardware, systems or concepts. Provide technical guidance in relation to WAN/LAN and SCADA Networks in relation to security design, implementation, and resilience. You will be responsible for supporting the resilience of the network information systems in relation to the essential function are tested within the agreed schedule. Deputise for the OT Security Engineer (Senior) as and when required. Maintain awareness of emerging security trends, threats, and risks within the Operational Technology (OT) domain. Nature and scope The Technology Department works across UK Power Networks, supporting the company in the achievement of its strategy and vision to become the best performing DNO. The team achieve this through the provision of technology solutions, as well as the optimisation of current solutions to improve how the company operates. Continuous improvement, customer service and seamless delivery is at the heart of this ethos and are therefore strongly underpinned by effective cyber security. You will work with the Operational Technology (OT) Security Lead, OT focused support teams and partners, the rest of Technology team, IT Service Providers and business stakeholders across UKPN to implement and optimise cyber security arrangements. You will blend several skillsets including cyber security and network technology assessment, design, implementation, operation, governance, change management and communications. The main measure of success for this role is upholding the IT/OT and organisational resilience of UKPN concerning cyber threats and incidents. The protective security infrastructure is critical for the safety and reliable communications from the control systems to the 33,000 secondary RTUs, 5,000 Primary RTU's as well as all integrated systems, interfaces and user connections. Qualifications You will have at least 5 years+ experience of Cyber Security or a Networking background in an industrial environment and be able to demonstrate a high level of initiative and commitment towards safety, meeting business objectives and finding solutions. Will be highly self-motivated and be able to work well within a team in providing a great place Preferable Skills and Experience. Working knowledge of Industrial cyber security and data communications Understanding of Industrial protocols such as DNP3, ICCP, IEC 61850 - (MMS and GOOSE) Understanding of NISD Guidance and NCSC CAF, ISA-99/IEC 62443 ISO/IEC 27001/27002 Standards Understanding of the Purdue Model Understanding of SCADA systems within the electricity distribution environment Understanding of Network Communication Mediums (Mobile/Satellite/BGAN/ADSL/Fibre) Technical Expertise in Secure IPSec VPN Technologies Technical Expertise in Networking/Dynamic Routing Technical Expertise in Network Security (FortiNet Products) Technical Expertise in AAA Solutions (Cisco ISE) Technical Expertise in Securing Microsoft Operating Systems Technical Expertise in Securing Linux Operating Systems Technical Expertise in Virtualised Infrastructure (VMware) Understanding of PKI and Certificates Understanding of Scripting Languages such as PowerShell, Python Experience of managing cyber security in the IT/OT environment with both internal and external service provision notably in the area of continuous cyber monitoring and incident response Experience driving continuous cyber security improvements activities Establish excellent relationships with senior colleagues and external stakeholders A UK national suitable for completing UK Government security vetting up to SC level Beneficial in holding an industry renowned information security qualification such as NSE, CCNA, CCNP, CCIE) Health & Safety Responsibilities: Managers and supervisors carry both legal and company responsibilities for ensuring the health and safety of their employees, those under their control and those who might be affected by the work undertaken, i.e. public, visitors and employees of other organisations. This includes briefing individuals working for them and ensuring there is the necessary understanding, competence and application of requirements to work safely and without harming the environment. Employees will ensure they understand the health and safety risks involved in their work activities and their responsibility to apply the controls needed to manage those risks to acceptable levels. Similarly where work activities can have an adverse impact upon the environment, and where there are legal requirements, employees will understand those impacts and the controls they must ensure are applied. We are committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race, colour, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, gender, gender identity or expression, or veteran status. We are proud to be an equal opportunity workplace.
04/05/2026
Full time
This Cyber Security OT Engineer will report to the Cyber Security OT Engineering Manager and will work within The Information Systems directorate based in our Ipswich office. You will be a permanent employee. You will attract a salary of up to £66,000.00 depending on skills, qualifications and experience and a bonus of 7.5%. This role is office based 5 days a week ONLY. Close Date: 17/05/2026 We also provide the following additional benefits Reservist Leave - Additional 18 days full pay and 22 unpaid Personal Pension Plan - Personal contribution rates of 4% or 5% (UK Power Networks will make a corresponding contribution of 8% or 10%) Tenancy Loan Deposit Scheme, Season Ticket Loan Tax efficient benefits: Cycle to Work, Home & Tech, and Green Car Leasing Schemes Occupational Health support Switched On - scheme providing discount on hundreds of retailers' products Discounted gym membership Employee Assistance Programme Job purpose You will support the Operational Technology (OT) Engineering Manager to ensure that UK Power Networks information systems that support the essential function and users are adequately protected from cyber threats. You will also ensure continuous safe and effective business operation, in line with the NCSC NIS Regulation goals. You will work with the IS managed service providers and all partners to implement and operate cyber security systems. Dimensions You will support the Implementation, Administration, Support and Maintenance of the Critical UK Power Networks OT Systems Security Infrastructure Portfolio. This includes FortiNet Firewalls, Switches and Products, Centralised Security Management and Logging Systems, SIEM, PAM, Endpoint, IDS and Cisco ISE Supporting Infrastructure. People - work collaboratively in a team of circa 8 permanent and temporary cyber security architecture resources. Suppliers - regular interaction with 3rd party service providers, specialist technical consultants and cyber security tooling vendors. Communication - the ability to communicate technical cyber security concepts to technical and non-technical colleagues across different levels of seniority to facilitate and ensure understanding of decisions taken across the business. Stakeholders - establish and maintain collaborative working relationships with internal and external technology teams and third-party providers, suppliers, and partners to improve outcomes and create agreement around a course of action. Principal accountabilities Ensure highest standards of safety are applied across all responsibilities Work within the security team and together with Incident Management to resolve customer incidents to agreed SLA and provide timely and accurate feedback. Work within the security team and in conjunction with Problem Management to resolve customer problems, providing in-depth root cause analysis. Organise, prepare, test and implement production changes to the OT Security Infrastructure following strict Change Control Management Processes. Participate in the change authority board. Support the OT Security Infrastructure Setup, Configuration, Performance, Monitoring and Preventative Maintenance tasks. Involved in OT Projects driven by the business to support the security requirements and regulated NISD compliance. Support OT specific cyber security testing concerning project-driven material change within the technology environment and support the wider team on tracking the implementation of resulting remedial actions Help deliver activities within the continuous programme of cyber security improvement relating to OT security enhancements across the SCADA environment Establish and maintain relationships with important partners that maintain business support for OT security measures and improvements Support the wider team to guide root cause analysis of OT related security incidents to ensure prompt action is taken to prevent incident reoccurrence and strengthen relevant cyber security controls Cyber security incident response and recovery activities in relation to OT systems to support the Cyber Security Operations Lead and the wider cyber security management capability. Work with cyber security vendors when specifying and testing new hardware, systems or concepts. Provide technical guidance in relation to WAN/LAN and SCADA Networks in relation to security design, implementation, and resilience. You will be responsible for supporting the resilience of the network information systems in relation to the essential function are tested within the agreed schedule. Deputise for the OT Security Engineer (Senior) as and when required. Maintain awareness of emerging security trends, threats, and risks within the Operational Technology (OT) domain. Nature and scope The Technology Department works across UK Power Networks, supporting the company in the achievement of its strategy and vision to become the best performing DNO. The team achieve this through the provision of technology solutions, as well as the optimisation of current solutions to improve how the company operates. Continuous improvement, customer service and seamless delivery is at the heart of this ethos and are therefore strongly underpinned by effective cyber security. You will work with the Operational Technology (OT) Security Lead, OT focused support teams and partners, the rest of Technology team, IT Service Providers and business stakeholders across UKPN to implement and optimise cyber security arrangements. You will blend several skillsets including cyber security and network technology assessment, design, implementation, operation, governance, change management and communications. The main measure of success for this role is upholding the IT/OT and organisational resilience of UKPN concerning cyber threats and incidents. The protective security infrastructure is critical for the safety and reliable communications from the control systems to the 33,000 secondary RTUs, 5,000 Primary RTU's as well as all integrated systems, interfaces and user connections. Qualifications You will have at least 5 years+ experience of Cyber Security or a Networking background in an industrial environment and be able to demonstrate a high level of initiative and commitment towards safety, meeting business objectives and finding solutions. Will be highly self-motivated and be able to work well within a team in providing a great place Preferable Skills and Experience. Working knowledge of Industrial cyber security and data communications Understanding of Industrial protocols such as DNP3, ICCP, IEC 61850 - (MMS and GOOSE) Understanding of NISD Guidance and NCSC CAF, ISA-99/IEC 62443 ISO/IEC 27001/27002 Standards Understanding of the Purdue Model Understanding of SCADA systems within the electricity distribution environment Understanding of Network Communication Mediums (Mobile/Satellite/BGAN/ADSL/Fibre) Technical Expertise in Secure IPSec VPN Technologies Technical Expertise in Networking/Dynamic Routing Technical Expertise in Network Security (FortiNet Products) Technical Expertise in AAA Solutions (Cisco ISE) Technical Expertise in Securing Microsoft Operating Systems Technical Expertise in Securing Linux Operating Systems Technical Expertise in Virtualised Infrastructure (VMware) Understanding of PKI and Certificates Understanding of Scripting Languages such as PowerShell, Python Experience of managing cyber security in the IT/OT environment with both internal and external service provision notably in the area of continuous cyber monitoring and incident response Experience driving continuous cyber security improvements activities Establish excellent relationships with senior colleagues and external stakeholders A UK national suitable for completing UK Government security vetting up to SC level Beneficial in holding an industry renowned information security qualification such as NSE, CCNA, CCNP, CCIE) Health & Safety Responsibilities: Managers and supervisors carry both legal and company responsibilities for ensuring the health and safety of their employees, those under their control and those who might be affected by the work undertaken, i.e. public, visitors and employees of other organisations. This includes briefing individuals working for them and ensuring there is the necessary understanding, competence and application of requirements to work safely and without harming the environment. Employees will ensure they understand the health and safety risks involved in their work activities and their responsibility to apply the controls needed to manage those risks to acceptable levels. Similarly where work activities can have an adverse impact upon the environment, and where there are legal requirements, employees will understand those impacts and the controls they must ensure are applied. We are committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race, colour, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, gender, gender identity or expression, or veteran status. We are proud to be an equal opportunity workplace.
The role of the Principal Technical Consultant (Networking) with in this MSP is to be the most senior technical resource to consult, design, plan and implement highly complex technical networking projects to an extremely high standard. To work closely with the other technical teams, and to act as a mentor in their chosen fields. To inspire others with their enthusiasm and drive particularly pertaining to their core areas of technology. The Principal Technical Consultant will also support the Sales and Solutions teams to provide the technical expertise required to close sales opportunities and propose the current plan to better serve customers. This will typically involve technical presentations, solution demonstrations, solution design/configuration, proposals, bid response documentation, Statement of Work creation, HLD and LLD documentation, which must always be produced to a very high standard. Be a focal point for the team completing peer reviews regularly and ensuring very high standards across the team. Must be eligible for Security Clearance. Work from home / hybrid working options available. Certifications: Essential CCIE (Enterprise Infrastructure or Data Center preferred), One or more CCNP (Enterprise, Data Center, Security, or Collaboration preferred). Fortinet NSE4 or greater. Desirable Meraki Solutions Specialist. VMware VCP-NV (2020); VCAP-NV(Deploy) (2020). AWS and Azure associate-level accreditations. Experience & Skills: - Proven track record with: Cisco Networking and Switching / ACI / SDA / DNAC / Meraki Networking & Switching / HPE Aruba / Nexus Family range (configuration & troubleshooting) / Security with Cisco ISE, ASA, and Firepower. - Demonstrable exposure to NSX design and implementation and Cloud security with thorough understanding in UCS/ Hyperflex. - Ideally worked with Checkpoint, Juniper and Palo Alto. - Technically lead from the front. - Actively attends internal meetings and encourages others to do the same. - Holds, maintains, and continues to develop industry - Recognised expert-level technical relevance through prior experience from being involved in delivering complex projects, appropriate vendor certifications, technical training in core and associated skills (multi-skilled), vendor relationships, industry awareness and attendance / participation in trade/vendor events. - Is able to continually demonstrate exceptional skills in time-management, planning, sales, and all types of communication - Has proven extensive commercial awareness, able to protect the interests the company in all aspects of professional services delivery. - Is able to continually demonstrate comprehensive knowledge and experience of technical infrastructure hardware, software, and solutions, as well as extensive expert-level technical experience in one or more relevant fields. - Is able to continually demonstrate delivery of quality and consistency whilst delivering excellence and at the same time continuing to strive for improvement. - Prior experience working in an IT Services organisation, IT channel, or value-added reseller. Salary £80K to £110K plus 10% bonus paid quarterly plus benefits.
09/11/2021
Full time
The role of the Principal Technical Consultant (Networking) with in this MSP is to be the most senior technical resource to consult, design, plan and implement highly complex technical networking projects to an extremely high standard. To work closely with the other technical teams, and to act as a mentor in their chosen fields. To inspire others with their enthusiasm and drive particularly pertaining to their core areas of technology. The Principal Technical Consultant will also support the Sales and Solutions teams to provide the technical expertise required to close sales opportunities and propose the current plan to better serve customers. This will typically involve technical presentations, solution demonstrations, solution design/configuration, proposals, bid response documentation, Statement of Work creation, HLD and LLD documentation, which must always be produced to a very high standard. Be a focal point for the team completing peer reviews regularly and ensuring very high standards across the team. Must be eligible for Security Clearance. Work from home / hybrid working options available. Certifications: Essential CCIE (Enterprise Infrastructure or Data Center preferred), One or more CCNP (Enterprise, Data Center, Security, or Collaboration preferred). Fortinet NSE4 or greater. Desirable Meraki Solutions Specialist. VMware VCP-NV (2020); VCAP-NV(Deploy) (2020). AWS and Azure associate-level accreditations. Experience & Skills: - Proven track record with: Cisco Networking and Switching / ACI / SDA / DNAC / Meraki Networking & Switching / HPE Aruba / Nexus Family range (configuration & troubleshooting) / Security with Cisco ISE, ASA, and Firepower. - Demonstrable exposure to NSX design and implementation and Cloud security with thorough understanding in UCS/ Hyperflex. - Ideally worked with Checkpoint, Juniper and Palo Alto. - Technically lead from the front. - Actively attends internal meetings and encourages others to do the same. - Holds, maintains, and continues to develop industry - Recognised expert-level technical relevance through prior experience from being involved in delivering complex projects, appropriate vendor certifications, technical training in core and associated skills (multi-skilled), vendor relationships, industry awareness and attendance / participation in trade/vendor events. - Is able to continually demonstrate exceptional skills in time-management, planning, sales, and all types of communication - Has proven extensive commercial awareness, able to protect the interests the company in all aspects of professional services delivery. - Is able to continually demonstrate comprehensive knowledge and experience of technical infrastructure hardware, software, and solutions, as well as extensive expert-level technical experience in one or more relevant fields. - Is able to continually demonstrate delivery of quality and consistency whilst delivering excellence and at the same time continuing to strive for improvement. - Prior experience working in an IT Services organisation, IT channel, or value-added reseller. Salary £80K to £110K plus 10% bonus paid quarterly plus benefits.
IT Engineer, 3rd Line Support, Windows, O365, Azure, Cisco, Intune We are recruiting for an experienced 3rd Line Support Engineer for our client, a professional services and finance institution based in North Yorkshire. On offer is a 3-month initial contract inside IR35 at a daily rate up to £300 per day with strong probability of extension. The role is fully remote, with the odd trip into the office on a very ad-hoc basis. What you will be working on: You will be working among the infrastructure team to ensure high systems availability Systems administration, security, configuration management, various project deliveries, supplier management, user support, procurement and purchasing Dealing with technical escalations from the 1st and 2nd line team efficiently Handling the delivery of updates, system changes and managing systems alongside key third-party suppliers Who you will be working for: Our client are industry leading experts in their field offering a range of professional services that provide tools and services that support business, filling in the gaps whilst protecting them. On the back of significant growth and with an acquisition they require support as they develop their IT infrastructure. We are looking for for someone who has experience with: A deep understanding of all major elements of the IT systems landscape including networking, telephony, operating systems, application servers, firewalls, and mobile devices. Meraki Networks and Portal Management Migration projects Microsoft Azure Microsoft Windows Server (2016,2019) Exchange Online / Office 365, SQL Server, VMware, Azure Active Directory and Group Policy administration Networking components such as TCP/IP, VPN's, LANS, WANS, VLANS, DNS/ WINS and DHCP) with Configuring switches, routers and firewalls (Cisco Meraki) Intune Management What you'll get in return You will be earning up to £300 a day inside IR35, on a 3-month initial contract (extension likely) The role is fully remote, with the odd trip into the office on a very ad-hoc basis. If this role interests you, please click to apply or get in touch for a chat. I am a Senior Consultant for Hays Technology, specialising in providing contract and project resources for West Yorkshire, ensuring organisations are supported by the top talent. My passion for this space stems from being an inquisitive person always looking at ways to improve systems and use technology to benefit my work and life in positive ways. Positive change is a good thing, At Hays Technology, we are shaping the future of recruitment. Demand for Contractors and project resource is growing faster than ever before. By working with organisations of all sizes - from disruptive start-ups to multinational enterprises - we have a unique insight in to how organisations are using non-permanent resource to achieve their technology strategy. So, whether you are looking for a role or hiring for one contractor, a team, or looking to outsource the delivery of an entire project, get in touch. Hays Specialist Recruitment Limited acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and employment business for the supply of temporary workers. By applying for this job you accept the T&C's, Privacy Policy and Disclaimers which can be found at hays.co.uk
07/10/2021
Contractor
IT Engineer, 3rd Line Support, Windows, O365, Azure, Cisco, Intune We are recruiting for an experienced 3rd Line Support Engineer for our client, a professional services and finance institution based in North Yorkshire. On offer is a 3-month initial contract inside IR35 at a daily rate up to £300 per day with strong probability of extension. The role is fully remote, with the odd trip into the office on a very ad-hoc basis. What you will be working on: You will be working among the infrastructure team to ensure high systems availability Systems administration, security, configuration management, various project deliveries, supplier management, user support, procurement and purchasing Dealing with technical escalations from the 1st and 2nd line team efficiently Handling the delivery of updates, system changes and managing systems alongside key third-party suppliers Who you will be working for: Our client are industry leading experts in their field offering a range of professional services that provide tools and services that support business, filling in the gaps whilst protecting them. On the back of significant growth and with an acquisition they require support as they develop their IT infrastructure. We are looking for for someone who has experience with: A deep understanding of all major elements of the IT systems landscape including networking, telephony, operating systems, application servers, firewalls, and mobile devices. Meraki Networks and Portal Management Migration projects Microsoft Azure Microsoft Windows Server (2016,2019) Exchange Online / Office 365, SQL Server, VMware, Azure Active Directory and Group Policy administration Networking components such as TCP/IP, VPN's, LANS, WANS, VLANS, DNS/ WINS and DHCP) with Configuring switches, routers and firewalls (Cisco Meraki) Intune Management What you'll get in return You will be earning up to £300 a day inside IR35, on a 3-month initial contract (extension likely) The role is fully remote, with the odd trip into the office on a very ad-hoc basis. If this role interests you, please click to apply or get in touch for a chat. I am a Senior Consultant for Hays Technology, specialising in providing contract and project resources for West Yorkshire, ensuring organisations are supported by the top talent. My passion for this space stems from being an inquisitive person always looking at ways to improve systems and use technology to benefit my work and life in positive ways. Positive change is a good thing, At Hays Technology, we are shaping the future of recruitment. Demand for Contractors and project resource is growing faster than ever before. By working with organisations of all sizes - from disruptive start-ups to multinational enterprises - we have a unique insight in to how organisations are using non-permanent resource to achieve their technology strategy. So, whether you are looking for a role or hiring for one contractor, a team, or looking to outsource the delivery of an entire project, get in touch. Hays Specialist Recruitment Limited acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and employment business for the supply of temporary workers. By applying for this job you accept the T&C's, Privacy Policy and Disclaimers which can be found at hays.co.uk
Appsbroker is the largest GCP Managed Service Provider in Europe. Our expertise in Data, Application development, Infrastructure and Managed Services helps us to solve problems for some of the world's most exciting brands using Google Cloud Technology. Are we looking for you? If you live and breathe Cloud Strategy, Architectures, Data Centre to Cloud migrations, the 6R's, Automation and establishing Landing Zone patterns, we want to talk to you. We are looking for a senior cloud expert who is passionate about helping organisations create major shifts in their business through the use of native cloud platforms with an infrastructure focus. You have a background in helping customers with Managed Services aligned to cloud hosted infrastructure solutions. You will be motivated to build customer relationships at C level around some of the most innovative Google technologies, and be excited by a job working with some of the best minds in technology. You are passionate about delivering value to customers and prized for going the extra mile. You're flexible and creative in your approach and prepared to make a difference. You're professional - fair, honest and committed Role Summary; Our clients are ambitious organisations with a desire to lead in their industries. We serve them with complex enterprise solutions delivered through an agile, lightweight design approach leveraging the best of Google's platforms. We are looking for strong Cloud Strategy expertise in addition to technical expertise in cloud and virtualization platforms, VM Migration, operating systems, infrastructure modernisation, automation, secure cloud, and managed service technologies You'll lead and grow a practice of solution consultants in a critical domain of our business, building on an existing portfolio of new solutions and services in conjunction with other practice areas and provide portfolio sales support to contribute towards the successful conversion of prospects to customers. Your role will include working with clients in a delivery capacity to support the design and implementation of innovative solutions and ensuring substantial additional business. You'll be working with some of the biggest brands in the UK at senior levels, acting as a trusted advisor. You will also be working with some of the brightest minds at Appsbroker and Google to develop new go-to-market propositions. The Role - 80% Appsbroker is dynamic and the role is varied so you'll get involved in a wide range of activities but here are the main customer facing things we'll need you to do: Develop and execute Go-To-Market Strategy for Cloud and Infrastructure Modernisation, covering elements such as; workload to cloud, workload refactoring, cloud migration, VM migration, etc Create delivery strategy for large scale migrations to cloud for Enterprise clients Develop a compelling Solution and Services strategy and develop propositions that leverage industry experience Own the practice revenue targets, with a view to grow revenues in existing accounts Support the sales team with expert guidance on migrating workloads to Google Cloud Platform, selecting the most appropriate technology, and evaluating non-functional attributes such as security, usability,portability and stability Working with the Appsbroker Practice Leads for Application Modernisation and Data Modernisation to determine cohesive move to cloud' strategies for various customer workloads Working with Appsbroker Delivery Leads for Platform & Infrastructure to ensure delivery and capability alignment Provide proactive support to customers and prospects to ensure their successful adoption of Google and partner technology Build and maintain executive relationships with customers, influence long-term strategic direction, and act as a trusted advisor to ensure retention and growth in spend Manage multiple opportunities through the entire business cycle simultaneously, working with cross-functional teams as necessary Be required to generate proposals built and focused around identified business needs Manage a team of Cloud Platform Experts, driving revenue and utilisation targets The Role - 20% Create blog posts and white papers to promote our brand and help cement our position as a leader in the field. Support other practice areas when collaboration is required Drive accreditations within the practice area Deliver presentations internally and externally regarding the Cloud platform propositions What will make you extraordinary in this role? 5+ years of experience in the complex aspects of Cloud Strategy, Cloud migrations, Cloud Development, Cloud Integration & APIs, Cloud Infrastructure & Engineering, and Cloud Managed Services. Team creation and management experience Technical expertise in cloud and virtualization platforms (AWS, Azure, GCP, OpenStack, VMWare, etc.), operating systems (Linux, Windows), infrastructure automation (Ansible, Chef, Packer, Puppet, SaltStack, Terraform, etc.) Proven ability of conducting rigorous analysis of complex issues The gravitas to engage effectively with C-level stakeholders Demonstration of consistent over achievement throughout your career Proven track record in building and selling compelling propositions Extensive and strong business acumen with an ability to quickly understand market trends Broad understanding of customer needs; business cases and how customers justify analytic spend financially Demonstrated experience with enterprise IT clients such as retail, manufacturing, media, fintech, insuretech and telecoms Ability to be comfortable in an agile environment, having worked with agile focused developers, BAs and platform engineers Degree-level education or equivalent experience Appsbroker is committed to building a diverse and inclusive community where we can all be ourselves and succeed on merit. 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10/09/2021
Full time
Appsbroker is the largest GCP Managed Service Provider in Europe. Our expertise in Data, Application development, Infrastructure and Managed Services helps us to solve problems for some of the world's most exciting brands using Google Cloud Technology. Are we looking for you? If you live and breathe Cloud Strategy, Architectures, Data Centre to Cloud migrations, the 6R's, Automation and establishing Landing Zone patterns, we want to talk to you. We are looking for a senior cloud expert who is passionate about helping organisations create major shifts in their business through the use of native cloud platforms with an infrastructure focus. You have a background in helping customers with Managed Services aligned to cloud hosted infrastructure solutions. You will be motivated to build customer relationships at C level around some of the most innovative Google technologies, and be excited by a job working with some of the best minds in technology. You are passionate about delivering value to customers and prized for going the extra mile. You're flexible and creative in your approach and prepared to make a difference. You're professional - fair, honest and committed Role Summary; Our clients are ambitious organisations with a desire to lead in their industries. We serve them with complex enterprise solutions delivered through an agile, lightweight design approach leveraging the best of Google's platforms. We are looking for strong Cloud Strategy expertise in addition to technical expertise in cloud and virtualization platforms, VM Migration, operating systems, infrastructure modernisation, automation, secure cloud, and managed service technologies You'll lead and grow a practice of solution consultants in a critical domain of our business, building on an existing portfolio of new solutions and services in conjunction with other practice areas and provide portfolio sales support to contribute towards the successful conversion of prospects to customers. Your role will include working with clients in a delivery capacity to support the design and implementation of innovative solutions and ensuring substantial additional business. You'll be working with some of the biggest brands in the UK at senior levels, acting as a trusted advisor. You will also be working with some of the brightest minds at Appsbroker and Google to develop new go-to-market propositions. The Role - 80% Appsbroker is dynamic and the role is varied so you'll get involved in a wide range of activities but here are the main customer facing things we'll need you to do: Develop and execute Go-To-Market Strategy for Cloud and Infrastructure Modernisation, covering elements such as; workload to cloud, workload refactoring, cloud migration, VM migration, etc Create delivery strategy for large scale migrations to cloud for Enterprise clients Develop a compelling Solution and Services strategy and develop propositions that leverage industry experience Own the practice revenue targets, with a view to grow revenues in existing accounts Support the sales team with expert guidance on migrating workloads to Google Cloud Platform, selecting the most appropriate technology, and evaluating non-functional attributes such as security, usability,portability and stability Working with the Appsbroker Practice Leads for Application Modernisation and Data Modernisation to determine cohesive move to cloud' strategies for various customer workloads Working with Appsbroker Delivery Leads for Platform & Infrastructure to ensure delivery and capability alignment Provide proactive support to customers and prospects to ensure their successful adoption of Google and partner technology Build and maintain executive relationships with customers, influence long-term strategic direction, and act as a trusted advisor to ensure retention and growth in spend Manage multiple opportunities through the entire business cycle simultaneously, working with cross-functional teams as necessary Be required to generate proposals built and focused around identified business needs Manage a team of Cloud Platform Experts, driving revenue and utilisation targets The Role - 20% Create blog posts and white papers to promote our brand and help cement our position as a leader in the field. Support other practice areas when collaboration is required Drive accreditations within the practice area Deliver presentations internally and externally regarding the Cloud platform propositions What will make you extraordinary in this role? 5+ years of experience in the complex aspects of Cloud Strategy, Cloud migrations, Cloud Development, Cloud Integration & APIs, Cloud Infrastructure & Engineering, and Cloud Managed Services. Team creation and management experience Technical expertise in cloud and virtualization platforms (AWS, Azure, GCP, OpenStack, VMWare, etc.), operating systems (Linux, Windows), infrastructure automation (Ansible, Chef, Packer, Puppet, SaltStack, Terraform, etc.) Proven ability of conducting rigorous analysis of complex issues The gravitas to engage effectively with C-level stakeholders Demonstration of consistent over achievement throughout your career Proven track record in building and selling compelling propositions Extensive and strong business acumen with an ability to quickly understand market trends Broad understanding of customer needs; business cases and how customers justify analytic spend financially Demonstrated experience with enterprise IT clients such as retail, manufacturing, media, fintech, insuretech and telecoms Ability to be comfortable in an agile environment, having worked with agile focused developers, BAs and platform engineers Degree-level education or equivalent experience Appsbroker is committed to building a diverse and inclusive community where we can all be ourselves and succeed on merit. 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2nd Line Engineer - Service Desk - Desktop Support - Virtualisation - Azure - Cloud - Active Directory - VMWare - Firewall - Switches - MCSE - Desktop - Office365 - Networking - 2nd line support - Windows - Group Policy - Infrastructure A career development opportunity for a Service Desk engineer to join a growing MSP in Central London. As a 2nd Line Engineer you'll join a team of around 15 colleagues in a team focussed on a specific group of customers. The 2nd Line Engineer role resolves and troubleshoots problems that have been escalated by the 1st line engineers. You'll gain exposure to a range of technologies, including project-based work such as virtualisation and cloud migrations. There's great career progression opportunities such as to third line engineer / senior technical consultant role or into management as a service desk manager or service desk team leader. Professional development is supported through 5 days paid study leave in addition to 22 days holiday. You'll also benefit from a stakeholder pension. Key Skills 1st or 2nd line service desk / desktop support experience Fully proficient with Windows 10, Active Directory and Office 365 Strong troubleshooting skills We are an equal opportunities employment business and agency working on behalf of our clients and welcome applications from all suitably qualified persons regardless of their race, sex, disability, religion/belief, sexual orientation or age.
09/09/2021
Full time
2nd Line Engineer - Service Desk - Desktop Support - Virtualisation - Azure - Cloud - Active Directory - VMWare - Firewall - Switches - MCSE - Desktop - Office365 - Networking - 2nd line support - Windows - Group Policy - Infrastructure A career development opportunity for a Service Desk engineer to join a growing MSP in Central London. As a 2nd Line Engineer you'll join a team of around 15 colleagues in a team focussed on a specific group of customers. The 2nd Line Engineer role resolves and troubleshoots problems that have been escalated by the 1st line engineers. You'll gain exposure to a range of technologies, including project-based work such as virtualisation and cloud migrations. There's great career progression opportunities such as to third line engineer / senior technical consultant role or into management as a service desk manager or service desk team leader. Professional development is supported through 5 days paid study leave in addition to 22 days holiday. You'll also benefit from a stakeholder pension. Key Skills 1st or 2nd line service desk / desktop support experience Fully proficient with Windows 10, Active Directory and Office 365 Strong troubleshooting skills We are an equal opportunities employment business and agency working on behalf of our clients and welcome applications from all suitably qualified persons regardless of their race, sex, disability, religion/belief, sexual orientation or age.
Senior Cloud Consultant (VMware, Openstack, AWS, Azure, Google, GCP) Major technology company have an immediate contract opening for a Senior Cloud Consultant to work with their customers and architects to deliver multi cloud solutions to internal and external customers. We are looking for candidates able to liaise at various leveles including presales activity and present proposals at C-level. You should have astrong technical understanding of multiple platforms and services such as VMware, Openstack, AWS, Azure, Google. Essential skills - Deep understanding of cloud computing and data technologies, business drivers, emerging computing trends, and deployment options (Microsoft Azure, AWS or GCP) - Expert in defining, designing and developing distributed and scalable products and services, including reusable domain-specific microservices on multi-platform/hybrid clouds (such as Microsoft Azure, AWS, Google Cloud Rackspace, VMware, or OpenStack) - Experience in designing and building solutions to migrate data and process it. Role based in Berkshire, remote working with client visits as required Long term opportunity, for further details anda full specification please sned your CV preferably in word
23/03/2021
Contractor
Senior Cloud Consultant (VMware, Openstack, AWS, Azure, Google, GCP) Major technology company have an immediate contract opening for a Senior Cloud Consultant to work with their customers and architects to deliver multi cloud solutions to internal and external customers. We are looking for candidates able to liaise at various leveles including presales activity and present proposals at C-level. You should have astrong technical understanding of multiple platforms and services such as VMware, Openstack, AWS, Azure, Google. Essential skills - Deep understanding of cloud computing and data technologies, business drivers, emerging computing trends, and deployment options (Microsoft Azure, AWS or GCP) - Expert in defining, designing and developing distributed and scalable products and services, including reusable domain-specific microservices on multi-platform/hybrid clouds (such as Microsoft Azure, AWS, Google Cloud Rackspace, VMware, or OpenStack) - Experience in designing and building solutions to migrate data and process it. Role based in Berkshire, remote working with client visits as required Long term opportunity, for further details anda full specification please sned your CV preferably in word
This role involves working within a small team to Office 365 / 0365 user support following a recent rollout. In the role you will provide 2nd line technical support to both office and remote based staff.
The key objectives are to provide phone and email based technical support to troubleshoot, log and progress hardware and software issues to resolution in an efficient and timely manner using an In-House ticketing system.
Escalation to 3rd party vendors, managing customer expectations and prioritising BAU and project workloads are also key in this senior role.
The Role
* Provide excellent phone and email based technical support where appropriate ensuring the end user is kept informed of progress.
* Logging and management of support calls to resolution
* Escalate support requests to appropriate members of the IT Support Team as required.
* Deploy PCs and associated peripherals including new installations and the upgrade/decommissioning of existing equipment.
* Install and configure operating systems to agreed standards under the direction of the Systems & 1st Line Support Lead.
* Install and configure software to agreed standards under the direction of the Systems & 1st Line Support Lead.
* Maintain deployed PC’s & back office servers across the business by carrying out routine planned maintenance and managed patch rollouts.
* Ensure process and good working practise is followed, suggesting improvements as and when identified.
* Assist in the compilation and management of technical documentation and procedures for both end users and other members of the IT Support Team.
* Plan, manage and deliver on time small projects assigned to you by the Systems & 1st Line Support Lead.
Skills
* 2 years minimum IT Helpdesk and Desktop Support experience
* VMware
* VLans
* Strong working knowledge of Microsoft based operating systems with emphasis on Office 365 / Windows 10 and Windows Server 2012
* Excellent understanding of PC hardware set-up and configuration
* Good TCP/IP experience and understanding of network fundamentals
* Experience with Microsoft Office products
* Hands on’ approach and a willingness to learn
* Flexible, pro-active approach
* Team player but can work alone without supervision
* Full driving licence and access to own transport
If you are an Support engineer looking for a new contract either apply online or if would like to find out about other Oracle opportunities please contact Craig Carnell on (url removed) or phone 01793437292
Do you know anyone who might be looking for a new role? You could benefit from our candidate referral scheme. Contact me on the above contact details for more information.
Outsource. Our People. Your Success.
Outsource UK is one of the country’s largest and most successful independent recruitment consultancies, specialising in the IT, Digital, Financial Services and Engineering sectors.
We recruit talented people for contract and permanent opportunities, offer a consultative approach and have a reputation for providing a superior service to both clients and candidates.
The business focuses on building long lasting relationships based on reliability and trust. We do this by hiring and retaining a great team of recruitment consultants who listen and understand our client’s and candidate’s needs.
Please visit our website (url removed)
29/10/2018
This role involves working within a small team to Office 365 / 0365 user support following a recent rollout. In the role you will provide 2nd line technical support to both office and remote based staff.
The key objectives are to provide phone and email based technical support to troubleshoot, log and progress hardware and software issues to resolution in an efficient and timely manner using an In-House ticketing system.
Escalation to 3rd party vendors, managing customer expectations and prioritising BAU and project workloads are also key in this senior role.
The Role
* Provide excellent phone and email based technical support where appropriate ensuring the end user is kept informed of progress.
* Logging and management of support calls to resolution
* Escalate support requests to appropriate members of the IT Support Team as required.
* Deploy PCs and associated peripherals including new installations and the upgrade/decommissioning of existing equipment.
* Install and configure operating systems to agreed standards under the direction of the Systems & 1st Line Support Lead.
* Install and configure software to agreed standards under the direction of the Systems & 1st Line Support Lead.
* Maintain deployed PC’s & back office servers across the business by carrying out routine planned maintenance and managed patch rollouts.
* Ensure process and good working practise is followed, suggesting improvements as and when identified.
* Assist in the compilation and management of technical documentation and procedures for both end users and other members of the IT Support Team.
* Plan, manage and deliver on time small projects assigned to you by the Systems & 1st Line Support Lead.
Skills
* 2 years minimum IT Helpdesk and Desktop Support experience
* VMware
* VLans
* Strong working knowledge of Microsoft based operating systems with emphasis on Office 365 / Windows 10 and Windows Server 2012
* Excellent understanding of PC hardware set-up and configuration
* Good TCP/IP experience and understanding of network fundamentals
* Experience with Microsoft Office products
* Hands on’ approach and a willingness to learn
* Flexible, pro-active approach
* Team player but can work alone without supervision
* Full driving licence and access to own transport
If you are an Support engineer looking for a new contract either apply online or if would like to find out about other Oracle opportunities please contact Craig Carnell on (url removed) or phone 01793437292
Do you know anyone who might be looking for a new role? You could benefit from our candidate referral scheme. Contact me on the above contact details for more information.
Outsource. Our People. Your Success.
Outsource UK is one of the country’s largest and most successful independent recruitment consultancies, specialising in the IT, Digital, Financial Services and Engineering sectors.
We recruit talented people for contract and permanent opportunities, offer a consultative approach and have a reputation for providing a superior service to both clients and candidates.
The business focuses on building long lasting relationships based on reliability and trust. We do this by hiring and retaining a great team of recruitment consultants who listen and understand our client’s and candidate’s needs.
Please visit our website (url removed)
This role involves working within a small team to Office 365 / 0365 user support following a recent rollout. In the role you will provide 2nd line technical support to both office and remote based staff.
The key objectives are to provide phone and email based technical support to troubleshoot, log and progress hardware and software issues to resolution in an efficient and timely manner using an In-House ticketing system.
Escalation to 3rd party vendors, managing customer expectations and prioritising BAU and project workloads are also key in this senior role.
The Role
* Provide excellent phone and email based technical support where appropriate ensuring the end user is kept informed of progress.
* Logging and management of support calls to resolution
* Escalate support requests to appropriate members of the IT Support Team as required.
* Deploy PCs and associated peripherals including new installations and the upgrade/decommissioning of existing equipment.
* Install and configure operating systems to agreed standards under the direction of the Systems & 1st Line Support Lead.
* Install and configure software to agreed standards under the direction of the Systems & 1st Line Support Lead.
* Maintain deployed PC’s & back office servers across the business by carrying out routine planned maintenance and managed patch rollouts.
* Ensure process and good working practise is followed, suggesting improvements as and when identified.
* Assist in the compilation and management of technical documentation and procedures for both end users and other members of the IT Support Team.
* Plan, manage and deliver on time small projects assigned to you by the Systems & 1st Line Support Lead.
Skills
* 2 years minimum IT Helpdesk and Desktop Support experience
* VMware
* VLans
* Strong working knowledge of Microsoft based operating systems with emphasis on Office 365 / Windows 10 and Windows Server 2012
* Excellent understanding of PC hardware set-up and configuration
* Good TCP/IP experience and understanding of network fundamentals
* Experience with Microsoft Office products
* Hands on’ approach and a willingness to learn
* Flexible, pro-active approach
* Team player but can work alone without supervision
* Full driving licence and access to own transport
If you are an Support engineer looking for a new contract either apply online or if would like to find out about other Oracle opportunities please contact Craig Carnell on (url removed) or phone 01793437292
Do you know anyone who might be looking for a new role? You could benefit from our candidate referral scheme. Contact me on the above contact details for more information.
Outsource. Our People. Your Success.
Outsource UK is one of the country’s largest and most successful independent recruitment consultancies, specialising in the IT, Digital, Financial Services and Engineering sectors.
We recruit talented people for contract and permanent opportunities, offer a consultative approach and have a reputation for providing a superior service to both clients and candidates.
The business focuses on building long lasting relationships based on reliability and trust. We do this by hiring and retaining a great team of recruitment consultants who listen and understand our client’s and candidate’s needs.
Please visit our website (url removed)
29/10/2018
This role involves working within a small team to Office 365 / 0365 user support following a recent rollout. In the role you will provide 2nd line technical support to both office and remote based staff.
The key objectives are to provide phone and email based technical support to troubleshoot, log and progress hardware and software issues to resolution in an efficient and timely manner using an In-House ticketing system.
Escalation to 3rd party vendors, managing customer expectations and prioritising BAU and project workloads are also key in this senior role.
The Role
* Provide excellent phone and email based technical support where appropriate ensuring the end user is kept informed of progress.
* Logging and management of support calls to resolution
* Escalate support requests to appropriate members of the IT Support Team as required.
* Deploy PCs and associated peripherals including new installations and the upgrade/decommissioning of existing equipment.
* Install and configure operating systems to agreed standards under the direction of the Systems & 1st Line Support Lead.
* Install and configure software to agreed standards under the direction of the Systems & 1st Line Support Lead.
* Maintain deployed PC’s & back office servers across the business by carrying out routine planned maintenance and managed patch rollouts.
* Ensure process and good working practise is followed, suggesting improvements as and when identified.
* Assist in the compilation and management of technical documentation and procedures for both end users and other members of the IT Support Team.
* Plan, manage and deliver on time small projects assigned to you by the Systems & 1st Line Support Lead.
Skills
* 2 years minimum IT Helpdesk and Desktop Support experience
* VMware
* VLans
* Strong working knowledge of Microsoft based operating systems with emphasis on Office 365 / Windows 10 and Windows Server 2012
* Excellent understanding of PC hardware set-up and configuration
* Good TCP/IP experience and understanding of network fundamentals
* Experience with Microsoft Office products
* Hands on’ approach and a willingness to learn
* Flexible, pro-active approach
* Team player but can work alone without supervision
* Full driving licence and access to own transport
If you are an Support engineer looking for a new contract either apply online or if would like to find out about other Oracle opportunities please contact Craig Carnell on (url removed) or phone 01793437292
Do you know anyone who might be looking for a new role? You could benefit from our candidate referral scheme. Contact me on the above contact details for more information.
Outsource. Our People. Your Success.
Outsource UK is one of the country’s largest and most successful independent recruitment consultancies, specialising in the IT, Digital, Financial Services and Engineering sectors.
We recruit talented people for contract and permanent opportunities, offer a consultative approach and have a reputation for providing a superior service to both clients and candidates.
The business focuses on building long lasting relationships based on reliability and trust. We do this by hiring and retaining a great team of recruitment consultants who listen and understand our client’s and candidate’s needs.
Please visit our website (url removed)
Enterprise Architect- Winchester-3 month contract- £475 a day Ltd/Umbrella.
Our client are a large public sector organisation currently recruiting for an experienced Enterp[rise Architect to join them on a contract whilst they recruit for a permanent member of staff.
The successful candidate will be an experienced individual with significant architecture & design experience, excellent communication skills and a depth of technical knowledge in a range of Infrastructure technologies (including Citrix, VMWare, Microsoft, Dell, SAP, Avaya, Networking, client devices, Hybrid Cloud). You will be expected to take responsibility for defining technology roadmaps (include hybrid cloud) and lower-level technical designs relating to all areas of Infrastructure. The role also requires the ability to instigate change, ensuring excellent implementation of agreed roadmaps and provide a depth of technical experience and advice to all areas of the organisation and its partners.
The roles require the job holder to work with a team of highly skilled team of consultants within our Solutions Design team. The role will require establishing standards and acting as a Technical Lead and point of escalation throughout project delivery and producing costed options and proposals as part of business cases, enabling the initiatives and business of the broader County Council and its Partners.
Main Responsibilities:
- Design conceptual, logical and physical infrastructure viewpoints aligned against target technical direction to support business needs ensuring compliance with relevant technical, architectural and operational standards e.g. PSN, ISO27001 and PCI policies.
- Define the Infrastructure Domain, including the computing hardware systems required to support the business:
o Platforms & Servers (e.g., high-end servers and midrange to small servers, the use of cloud etc);
o Storage systems;
o Personal computing devices (desktops, notebooks, and hand-held computing devices); and
o Other hardware (e.g., printers).
- Direct solution and technical designers in the definition of operating systems, configurations, network and device-to-device interfaces, as well as selected peripherals.
- Act as technical escalation point for team members and wider IT services staff and groups.
- Approve/recommend major IT purchasing decisions.
- Act as key specialist advisor to Lead IT architect and Head of Infrastructure, feeding into the maintenance of an as-is and target architecture with associated technology roadmap, and identify capability gaps
- Support Lead IT Architect define the framework for what constitutes an IT service and the management of an IT Service Catalogue. Subsequently support the creation and management of the IT Service Catalogue.
- Maintain deep technical design and implementation knowledge of current infrastructure.
- Quickly learn new technologies and understand how they might be useful within HCC
- Educate the business on updated technical standards and designs that have to be adhered to
- Act as a Subject Matter Expert on a range of projects, proposals and business cases, working with senior staff, Project Managers and Business Analysts, responsible for the creation and delivery of:
o Technical guidance and advice through all project phases
o Fully costed solution architecture options at proposal and business case stage, as well as information and advice for early project design stages
o Producing end-to-end technical infrastructure designs and cost models in line with HCC standards
o Statement of works setting clear expectations of deliverables and exclusions
o Business cases and tender documentation for new works
o Technical leadership and escalation for solution designs through to delivery.
- Take technical leadership role for large, complex IT projects and operational developments, with budgets up to and exceeding £1M.
- Build productive relationships with key suppliers to ensure delivery of projects and solutions.
- Build strong working relationships with technical staff acting as an ambassador for architectural changes and mentoring staff on new technologies and approaches during project delivery.
- Apply strategic solutions during design and project delivery to ensure that key IT platforms are available 24/7/365.
- Identifying opportunities for rationalisation and improving the efficiency of platform systems throughout project delivery working with BAU and operational teams.
- Identifying opportunities for automating and streamlining technical BAU activities throughout project delivery working with BAU and operational teams.
- Act as an ambassador for HCC, representing the council through presenting at key industry conferences.
- Present information clearly at the appropriate level for all audiences.
- Membership of Technical, National, and Industry bodies where appropriate.
Essential Qualifications
Either:
- A degree and / or formal industry recognised qualifications
- 5+ yrs experience in a senior technical role in an enterprise IT Environment
Desirable Qualifications
- Windows MCSE, MCSD or equivalent.
- Citrix CCP-V/N
- Citrix CCE-V/N.
- Cisco CCNA.
- TOGAF 9.1
Essential Knowledge, Skills and Experience
- Significant experience of IT architecture & design, with Cloud based components.
- Ability to work with complex and sometimes uncertain requirements.
- Proven delivery of significant service or services, or new technology that made a demonstrable contribution to organisational/customer aims, objectives, strategy, & vision.
- Demonstrable ability of working at a senior level with colleagues and senior management teams within an IT environment and across business functions.
- Excellent communication, influencing and negotiation skills at senior manager level both inside an IT team and across business functions.
- Proven experience of handling multiple tasks running concurrently with varying complexity, time constraints, impacts and risks.
- Evidence of a good understanding across a broad range of technical IT areas with very detailed understanding in one or more of the following: Windows Server 2008/2012, VMWare, Citrix XenServer, Citrix Netscaler, Cisco/Dell/Extreme Networking, Checkpoint, Avaya, Wireless and Infrastructure security.
- Strong ability to lead and/or manage both people and technical delivery (e.g. conducting performance reviews, setting objectives, development, motivation and dealing with difficult situations).
Desirable Knowledge, Skills and Experience
Familiarity with elements of HCC's key technology stack
- Citrix XenServer, XenDesktop, Netscaler
- Windows Server 2008+ (inc. all server roles and features)
- Red Hat Enterprise Linux
- VMWare ESXi 5+
- Microsoft Hyper-V
- Exchange up to and including 2010
- App V
- IP Telephony
- Cloud IaaS and SaaS.
- CheckPoint Firewalls.
- Familiarity with TOGAF framework.
For further information and to apply please call Victoria at Excipion on (Apply online only) and send a copy of your up to date CV
09/09/2016
Enterprise Architect- Winchester-3 month contract- £475 a day Ltd/Umbrella.
Our client are a large public sector organisation currently recruiting for an experienced Enterp[rise Architect to join them on a contract whilst they recruit for a permanent member of staff.
The successful candidate will be an experienced individual with significant architecture & design experience, excellent communication skills and a depth of technical knowledge in a range of Infrastructure technologies (including Citrix, VMWare, Microsoft, Dell, SAP, Avaya, Networking, client devices, Hybrid Cloud). You will be expected to take responsibility for defining technology roadmaps (include hybrid cloud) and lower-level technical designs relating to all areas of Infrastructure. The role also requires the ability to instigate change, ensuring excellent implementation of agreed roadmaps and provide a depth of technical experience and advice to all areas of the organisation and its partners.
The roles require the job holder to work with a team of highly skilled team of consultants within our Solutions Design team. The role will require establishing standards and acting as a Technical Lead and point of escalation throughout project delivery and producing costed options and proposals as part of business cases, enabling the initiatives and business of the broader County Council and its Partners.
Main Responsibilities:
- Design conceptual, logical and physical infrastructure viewpoints aligned against target technical direction to support business needs ensuring compliance with relevant technical, architectural and operational standards e.g. PSN, ISO27001 and PCI policies.
- Define the Infrastructure Domain, including the computing hardware systems required to support the business:
o Platforms & Servers (e.g., high-end servers and midrange to small servers, the use of cloud etc);
o Storage systems;
o Personal computing devices (desktops, notebooks, and hand-held computing devices); and
o Other hardware (e.g., printers).
- Direct solution and technical designers in the definition of operating systems, configurations, network and device-to-device interfaces, as well as selected peripherals.
- Act as technical escalation point for team members and wider IT services staff and groups.
- Approve/recommend major IT purchasing decisions.
- Act as key specialist advisor to Lead IT architect and Head of Infrastructure, feeding into the maintenance of an as-is and target architecture with associated technology roadmap, and identify capability gaps
- Support Lead IT Architect define the framework for what constitutes an IT service and the management of an IT Service Catalogue. Subsequently support the creation and management of the IT Service Catalogue.
- Maintain deep technical design and implementation knowledge of current infrastructure.
- Quickly learn new technologies and understand how they might be useful within HCC
- Educate the business on updated technical standards and designs that have to be adhered to
- Act as a Subject Matter Expert on a range of projects, proposals and business cases, working with senior staff, Project Managers and Business Analysts, responsible for the creation and delivery of:
o Technical guidance and advice through all project phases
o Fully costed solution architecture options at proposal and business case stage, as well as information and advice for early project design stages
o Producing end-to-end technical infrastructure designs and cost models in line with HCC standards
o Statement of works setting clear expectations of deliverables and exclusions
o Business cases and tender documentation for new works
o Technical leadership and escalation for solution designs through to delivery.
- Take technical leadership role for large, complex IT projects and operational developments, with budgets up to and exceeding £1M.
- Build productive relationships with key suppliers to ensure delivery of projects and solutions.
- Build strong working relationships with technical staff acting as an ambassador for architectural changes and mentoring staff on new technologies and approaches during project delivery.
- Apply strategic solutions during design and project delivery to ensure that key IT platforms are available 24/7/365.
- Identifying opportunities for rationalisation and improving the efficiency of platform systems throughout project delivery working with BAU and operational teams.
- Identifying opportunities for automating and streamlining technical BAU activities throughout project delivery working with BAU and operational teams.
- Act as an ambassador for HCC, representing the council through presenting at key industry conferences.
- Present information clearly at the appropriate level for all audiences.
- Membership of Technical, National, and Industry bodies where appropriate.
Essential Qualifications
Either:
- A degree and / or formal industry recognised qualifications
- 5+ yrs experience in a senior technical role in an enterprise IT Environment
Desirable Qualifications
- Windows MCSE, MCSD or equivalent.
- Citrix CCP-V/N
- Citrix CCE-V/N.
- Cisco CCNA.
- TOGAF 9.1
Essential Knowledge, Skills and Experience
- Significant experience of IT architecture & design, with Cloud based components.
- Ability to work with complex and sometimes uncertain requirements.
- Proven delivery of significant service or services, or new technology that made a demonstrable contribution to organisational/customer aims, objectives, strategy, & vision.
- Demonstrable ability of working at a senior level with colleagues and senior management teams within an IT environment and across business functions.
- Excellent communication, influencing and negotiation skills at senior manager level both inside an IT team and across business functions.
- Proven experience of handling multiple tasks running concurrently with varying complexity, time constraints, impacts and risks.
- Evidence of a good understanding across a broad range of technical IT areas with very detailed understanding in one or more of the following: Windows Server 2008/2012, VMWare, Citrix XenServer, Citrix Netscaler, Cisco/Dell/Extreme Networking, Checkpoint, Avaya, Wireless and Infrastructure security.
- Strong ability to lead and/or manage both people and technical delivery (e.g. conducting performance reviews, setting objectives, development, motivation and dealing with difficult situations).
Desirable Knowledge, Skills and Experience
Familiarity with elements of HCC's key technology stack
- Citrix XenServer, XenDesktop, Netscaler
- Windows Server 2008+ (inc. all server roles and features)
- Red Hat Enterprise Linux
- VMWare ESXi 5+
- Microsoft Hyper-V
- Exchange up to and including 2010
- App V
- IP Telephony
- Cloud IaaS and SaaS.
- CheckPoint Firewalls.
- Familiarity with TOGAF framework.
For further information and to apply please call Victoria at Excipion on (Apply online only) and send a copy of your up to date CV
Enterprise Architect needed in Winchester Ref 216745 paying £413.32 - 515 per day.
Hours - 9am - 5.30pm
The roles require the job holder to work with a team of highly skilled team of consultants within our Solutions Design team. The role will require establishing standards and acting as a Technical Lead and point of escalation throughout project delivery and producing costed options and proposals.
Main Responsibilities:
- Design conceptual, logical and physical infrastructure viewpoints aligned against target technical direction to support business needs ensuring compliance with relevant technical, architectural and operational standards e.g. PSN, ISO27001 and PCI policies.
- Define the Infrastructure Domain, including the computing hardware systems required to support the business: o Platforms & Servers (e.g., high-end servers and midrange to small servers, the use of cloud etc); o Storage systems; o Personal computing devices (desktops, notebooks, and hand-held computing devices); and o Other hardware (e.g., printers).
- Direct solution and technical designers in the definition of operating systems, configurations, network and device-to-device interfaces, as well as selected peripherals.
- Act as technical escalation point for team members and wider IT services staff and groups.
- Approve/recommend major IT purchasing decisions.
- Act as key specialist advisor to Lead IT architect and Head of Infrastructure, feeding into the maintenance of an as-is and target architecture with associated technology roadmap, and identify capability gaps
- Support Lead IT Architect define the framework for what constitutes an IT service and the management of an IT Service Catalogue. Subsequently support the creation and management of the IT Service Catalogue.
- Maintain deep technical design and implementation knowledge of current infrastructure.
- Educate the business on updated technical standards and designs that have to be adhered to
- Act as a Subject Matter Expert on a range of projects, proposals and business cases, working with senior staff, Project Managers and Business Analysts, responsible for the creation and delivery of: o Technical guidance and advice through all project phases o Fully costed solution architecture options at proposal and business case stage, as well as information and advice for early project design stages o Producing end-to-end technical infrastructure designs and cost models. o Statement of works setting clear expectations of deliverables and exclusions o Business cases and tender documentation for new works o Technical leadership and escalation for solution designs through to delivery.
- Take technical leadership role for large, complex IT projects and operational developments, with budgets up to and exceeding £1M.
- Build productive relationships with key suppliers to ensure delivery of projects and solutions.
- Build strong working relationships with technical staff acting as an ambassador for architectural changes and mentoring staff on new technologies and approaches during project delivery.
- Apply strategic solutions during design and project delivery to ensure that key IT platforms are available 24/7/365.
- Identifying opportunities for rationalisation and improving the efficiency of platform systems throughout project delivery working with BAU and operational teams.
- Identifying opportunities for automating and streamlining technical BAU activities throughout project delivery working with BAU and operational teams.
Essential Qualifications Either:
- A degree and / or formal industry recognised qualifications
- 5+ yrs experience in a senior technical role in an enterprise IT Environment Desirable Qualifications
- Windows MCSE, MCSD or equivalent.
- Citrix CCP-V/N
- Citrix CCE-V/N.
- Cisco CCNA.
- TOGAF 9.1
Essential Knowledge, Skills and Experience
- Significant experience of IT architecture & design, with Cloud based components.
- Ability to work with complex and sometimes uncertain requirements.
- Proven delivery of significant service or services, or new technology that made a demonstrable contribution to organisational/customer aims, objectives, strategy, & vision.
- Demonstrable ability of working at a senior level with colleagues and senior management teams within an IT environment and across business functions.
- Excellent communication, influencing and negotiation skills at senior manager level both inside an IT team and across business functions.
- Proven experience of handling multiple tasks running concurrently with varying complexity, time constraints, impacts and risks.
- Evidence of a good understanding across a broad range of technical IT areas with very detailed understanding in one or more of the following: Windows Server 2008/2012, VMWare, Citrix XenServer, Citrix Netscaler, Cisco/Dell/Extreme Networking, Checkpoint, Avaya, Wireless and Infrastructure security.
- Strong ability to lead and/or manage both people and technical delivery (e.g. conducting performance reviews, setting objectives, development, motivation and dealing with difficult situations).
Desirable Knowledge, Skills and Experience Familiarity with elements of HCC’s key technology stack
- Citrix XenServer, XenDesktop, Netscaler
- Windows Server 2008+ (inc. all server roles and features)
- Red Hat Enterprise Linux
- VMWare ESXi 5+
- Microsoft Hyper-V
- Exchange up to and including 2010
- App V
- IP Telephony
- Cloud IaaS and SaaS.
- CheckPoint Firewalls.
- Familiarity with TOGAF framework.
Essential Employment are acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy. Essential Employment are an
Equal Opportunities Employer.
Please email your CV to verity quoting the above reference number so we can locate the job ok.
All our roles may be subject to pre employment checks including references so please be prepared.
Due to high volumes of CVs received we are not able to respond to all unsuccessful applications. You will always however hear from us by phone if we are able to take your CV forward to the next stage.
You can also follow us at twitter/facebook/linkedin or via our website
09/09/2016
Enterprise Architect needed in Winchester Ref 216745 paying £413.32 - 515 per day.
Hours - 9am - 5.30pm
The roles require the job holder to work with a team of highly skilled team of consultants within our Solutions Design team. The role will require establishing standards and acting as a Technical Lead and point of escalation throughout project delivery and producing costed options and proposals.
Main Responsibilities:
- Design conceptual, logical and physical infrastructure viewpoints aligned against target technical direction to support business needs ensuring compliance with relevant technical, architectural and operational standards e.g. PSN, ISO27001 and PCI policies.
- Define the Infrastructure Domain, including the computing hardware systems required to support the business: o Platforms & Servers (e.g., high-end servers and midrange to small servers, the use of cloud etc); o Storage systems; o Personal computing devices (desktops, notebooks, and hand-held computing devices); and o Other hardware (e.g., printers).
- Direct solution and technical designers in the definition of operating systems, configurations, network and device-to-device interfaces, as well as selected peripherals.
- Act as technical escalation point for team members and wider IT services staff and groups.
- Approve/recommend major IT purchasing decisions.
- Act as key specialist advisor to Lead IT architect and Head of Infrastructure, feeding into the maintenance of an as-is and target architecture with associated technology roadmap, and identify capability gaps
- Support Lead IT Architect define the framework for what constitutes an IT service and the management of an IT Service Catalogue. Subsequently support the creation and management of the IT Service Catalogue.
- Maintain deep technical design and implementation knowledge of current infrastructure.
- Educate the business on updated technical standards and designs that have to be adhered to
- Act as a Subject Matter Expert on a range of projects, proposals and business cases, working with senior staff, Project Managers and Business Analysts, responsible for the creation and delivery of: o Technical guidance and advice through all project phases o Fully costed solution architecture options at proposal and business case stage, as well as information and advice for early project design stages o Producing end-to-end technical infrastructure designs and cost models. o Statement of works setting clear expectations of deliverables and exclusions o Business cases and tender documentation for new works o Technical leadership and escalation for solution designs through to delivery.
- Take technical leadership role for large, complex IT projects and operational developments, with budgets up to and exceeding £1M.
- Build productive relationships with key suppliers to ensure delivery of projects and solutions.
- Build strong working relationships with technical staff acting as an ambassador for architectural changes and mentoring staff on new technologies and approaches during project delivery.
- Apply strategic solutions during design and project delivery to ensure that key IT platforms are available 24/7/365.
- Identifying opportunities for rationalisation and improving the efficiency of platform systems throughout project delivery working with BAU and operational teams.
- Identifying opportunities for automating and streamlining technical BAU activities throughout project delivery working with BAU and operational teams.
Essential Qualifications Either:
- A degree and / or formal industry recognised qualifications
- 5+ yrs experience in a senior technical role in an enterprise IT Environment Desirable Qualifications
- Windows MCSE, MCSD or equivalent.
- Citrix CCP-V/N
- Citrix CCE-V/N.
- Cisco CCNA.
- TOGAF 9.1
Essential Knowledge, Skills and Experience
- Significant experience of IT architecture & design, with Cloud based components.
- Ability to work with complex and sometimes uncertain requirements.
- Proven delivery of significant service or services, or new technology that made a demonstrable contribution to organisational/customer aims, objectives, strategy, & vision.
- Demonstrable ability of working at a senior level with colleagues and senior management teams within an IT environment and across business functions.
- Excellent communication, influencing and negotiation skills at senior manager level both inside an IT team and across business functions.
- Proven experience of handling multiple tasks running concurrently with varying complexity, time constraints, impacts and risks.
- Evidence of a good understanding across a broad range of technical IT areas with very detailed understanding in one or more of the following: Windows Server 2008/2012, VMWare, Citrix XenServer, Citrix Netscaler, Cisco/Dell/Extreme Networking, Checkpoint, Avaya, Wireless and Infrastructure security.
- Strong ability to lead and/or manage both people and technical delivery (e.g. conducting performance reviews, setting objectives, development, motivation and dealing with difficult situations).
Desirable Knowledge, Skills and Experience Familiarity with elements of HCC’s key technology stack
- Citrix XenServer, XenDesktop, Netscaler
- Windows Server 2008+ (inc. all server roles and features)
- Red Hat Enterprise Linux
- VMWare ESXi 5+
- Microsoft Hyper-V
- Exchange up to and including 2010
- App V
- IP Telephony
- Cloud IaaS and SaaS.
- CheckPoint Firewalls.
- Familiarity with TOGAF framework.
Essential Employment are acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy. Essential Employment are an
Equal Opportunities Employer.
Please email your CV to verity quoting the above reference number so we can locate the job ok.
All our roles may be subject to pre employment checks including references so please be prepared.
Due to high volumes of CVs received we are not able to respond to all unsuccessful applications. You will always however hear from us by phone if we are able to take your CV forward to the next stage.
You can also follow us at twitter/facebook/linkedin or via our website
Enterprise Architect- Winchester-3 month contract- £475 a day Ltd/Umbrella.
Our client are a large public sector organisation currently recruiting for an experienced Enterp[rise Architect to join them on a contract whilst they recruit for a permanent member of staff.
The successful candidate will be an experienced individual with significant architecture & design experience, excellent communication skills and a depth of technical knowledge in a range of Infrastructure technologies (including Citrix, VMWare, Microsoft, Dell, SAP, Avaya, Networking, client devices, Hybrid Cloud). You will be expected to take responsibility for defining technology roadmaps (include hybrid cloud) and lower-level technical designs relating to all areas of Infrastructure. The role also requires the ability to instigate change, ensuring excellent implementation of agreed roadmaps and provide a depth of technical experience and advice to all areas of the organisation and its partners.
The roles require the job holder to work with a team of highly skilled team of consultants within our Solutions Design team. The role will require establishing standards and acting as a Technical Lead and point of escalation throughout project delivery and producing costed options and proposals as part of business cases, enabling the initiatives and business of the broader County Council and its Partners.
Main Responsibilities:
- Design conceptual, logical and physical infrastructure viewpoints aligned against target technical direction to support business needs ensuring compliance with relevant technical, architectural and operational standards e.g. PSN, ISO27001 and PCI policies.
- Define the Infrastructure Domain, including the computing hardware systems required to support the business:
o Platforms & Servers (e.g., high-end servers and midrange to small servers, the use of cloud etc);
o Storage systems;
o Personal computing devices (desktops, notebooks, and hand-held computing devices); and
o Other hardware (e.g., printers).
- Direct solution and technical designers in the definition of operating systems, configurations, network and device-to-device interfaces, as well as selected peripherals.
- Act as technical escalation point for team members and wider IT services staff and groups.
- Approve/recommend major IT purchasing decisions.
- Act as key specialist advisor to Lead IT architect and Head of Infrastructure, feeding into the maintenance of an as-is and target architecture with associated technology roadmap, and identify capability gaps
- Support Lead IT Architect define the framework for what constitutes an IT service and the management of an IT Service Catalogue. Subsequently support the creation and management of the IT Service Catalogue.
- Maintain deep technical design and implementation knowledge of current infrastructure.
- Quickly learn new technologies and understand how they might be useful within HCC
- Educate the business on updated technical standards and designs that have to be adhered to
- Act as a Subject Matter Expert on a range of projects, proposals and business cases, working with senior staff, Project Managers and Business Analysts, responsible for the creation and delivery of:
o Technical guidance and advice through all project phases
o Fully costed solution architecture options at proposal and business case stage, as well as information and advice for early project design stages
o Producing end-to-end technical infrastructure designs and cost models in line with HCC standards
o Statement of works setting clear expectations of deliverables and exclusions
o Business cases and tender documentation for new works
o Technical leadership and escalation for solution designs through to delivery.
- Take technical leadership role for large, complex IT projects and operational developments, with budgets up to and exceeding £1M.
- Build productive relationships with key suppliers to ensure delivery of projects and solutions.
- Build strong working relationships with technical staff acting as an ambassador for architectural changes and mentoring staff on new technologies and approaches during project delivery.
- Apply strategic solutions during design and project delivery to ensure that key IT platforms are available 24/7/365.
- Identifying opportunities for rationalisation and improving the efficiency of platform systems throughout project delivery working with BAU and operational teams.
- Identifying opportunities for automating and streamlining technical BAU activities throughout project delivery working with BAU and operational teams.
- Act as an ambassador for HCC, representing the council through presenting at key industry conferences.
- Present information clearly at the appropriate level for all audiences.
- Membership of Technical, National, and Industry bodies where appropriate.
Essential Qualifications
Either:
- A degree and / or formal industry recognised qualifications
- 5+ yrs experience in a senior technical role in an enterprise IT Environment
Desirable Qualifications
- Windows MCSE, MCSD or equivalent.
- Citrix CCP-V/N
- Citrix CCE-V/N.
- Cisco CCNA.
- TOGAF 9.1
Essential Knowledge, Skills and Experience
- Significant experience of IT architecture & design, with Cloud based components.
- Ability to work with complex and sometimes uncertain requirements.
- Proven delivery of significant service or services, or new technology that made a demonstrable contribution to organisational/customer aims, objectives, strategy, & vision.
- Demonstrable ability of working at a senior level with colleagues and senior management teams within an IT environment and across business functions.
- Excellent communication, influencing and negotiation skills at senior manager level both inside an IT team and across business functions.
- Proven experience of handling multiple tasks running concurrently with varying complexity, time constraints, impacts and risks.
- Evidence of a good understanding across a broad range of technical IT areas with very detailed understanding in one or more of the following: Windows Server 2008/2012, VMWare, Citrix XenServer, Citrix Netscaler, Cisco/Dell/Extreme Networking, Checkpoint, Avaya, Wireless and Infrastructure security.
- Strong ability to lead and/or manage both people and technical delivery (e.g. conducting performance reviews, setting objectives, development, motivation and dealing with difficult situations).
Desirable Knowledge, Skills and Experience
Familiarity with elements of HCC's key technology stack
- Citrix XenServer, XenDesktop, Netscaler
- Windows Server 2008+ (inc. all server roles and features)
- Red Hat Enterprise Linux
- VMWare ESXi 5+
- Microsoft Hyper-V
- Exchange up to and including 2010
- App V
- IP Telephony
- Cloud IaaS and SaaS.
- CheckPoint Firewalls.
- Familiarity with TOGAF framework.
For further information and to apply please call Victoria at Excipion on (Apply online only) and send a copy of your up to date CV
09/09/2016
Enterprise Architect- Winchester-3 month contract- £475 a day Ltd/Umbrella.
Our client are a large public sector organisation currently recruiting for an experienced Enterp[rise Architect to join them on a contract whilst they recruit for a permanent member of staff.
The successful candidate will be an experienced individual with significant architecture & design experience, excellent communication skills and a depth of technical knowledge in a range of Infrastructure technologies (including Citrix, VMWare, Microsoft, Dell, SAP, Avaya, Networking, client devices, Hybrid Cloud). You will be expected to take responsibility for defining technology roadmaps (include hybrid cloud) and lower-level technical designs relating to all areas of Infrastructure. The role also requires the ability to instigate change, ensuring excellent implementation of agreed roadmaps and provide a depth of technical experience and advice to all areas of the organisation and its partners.
The roles require the job holder to work with a team of highly skilled team of consultants within our Solutions Design team. The role will require establishing standards and acting as a Technical Lead and point of escalation throughout project delivery and producing costed options and proposals as part of business cases, enabling the initiatives and business of the broader County Council and its Partners.
Main Responsibilities:
- Design conceptual, logical and physical infrastructure viewpoints aligned against target technical direction to support business needs ensuring compliance with relevant technical, architectural and operational standards e.g. PSN, ISO27001 and PCI policies.
- Define the Infrastructure Domain, including the computing hardware systems required to support the business:
o Platforms & Servers (e.g., high-end servers and midrange to small servers, the use of cloud etc);
o Storage systems;
o Personal computing devices (desktops, notebooks, and hand-held computing devices); and
o Other hardware (e.g., printers).
- Direct solution and technical designers in the definition of operating systems, configurations, network and device-to-device interfaces, as well as selected peripherals.
- Act as technical escalation point for team members and wider IT services staff and groups.
- Approve/recommend major IT purchasing decisions.
- Act as key specialist advisor to Lead IT architect and Head of Infrastructure, feeding into the maintenance of an as-is and target architecture with associated technology roadmap, and identify capability gaps
- Support Lead IT Architect define the framework for what constitutes an IT service and the management of an IT Service Catalogue. Subsequently support the creation and management of the IT Service Catalogue.
- Maintain deep technical design and implementation knowledge of current infrastructure.
- Quickly learn new technologies and understand how they might be useful within HCC
- Educate the business on updated technical standards and designs that have to be adhered to
- Act as a Subject Matter Expert on a range of projects, proposals and business cases, working with senior staff, Project Managers and Business Analysts, responsible for the creation and delivery of:
o Technical guidance and advice through all project phases
o Fully costed solution architecture options at proposal and business case stage, as well as information and advice for early project design stages
o Producing end-to-end technical infrastructure designs and cost models in line with HCC standards
o Statement of works setting clear expectations of deliverables and exclusions
o Business cases and tender documentation for new works
o Technical leadership and escalation for solution designs through to delivery.
- Take technical leadership role for large, complex IT projects and operational developments, with budgets up to and exceeding £1M.
- Build productive relationships with key suppliers to ensure delivery of projects and solutions.
- Build strong working relationships with technical staff acting as an ambassador for architectural changes and mentoring staff on new technologies and approaches during project delivery.
- Apply strategic solutions during design and project delivery to ensure that key IT platforms are available 24/7/365.
- Identifying opportunities for rationalisation and improving the efficiency of platform systems throughout project delivery working with BAU and operational teams.
- Identifying opportunities for automating and streamlining technical BAU activities throughout project delivery working with BAU and operational teams.
- Act as an ambassador for HCC, representing the council through presenting at key industry conferences.
- Present information clearly at the appropriate level for all audiences.
- Membership of Technical, National, and Industry bodies where appropriate.
Essential Qualifications
Either:
- A degree and / or formal industry recognised qualifications
- 5+ yrs experience in a senior technical role in an enterprise IT Environment
Desirable Qualifications
- Windows MCSE, MCSD or equivalent.
- Citrix CCP-V/N
- Citrix CCE-V/N.
- Cisco CCNA.
- TOGAF 9.1
Essential Knowledge, Skills and Experience
- Significant experience of IT architecture & design, with Cloud based components.
- Ability to work with complex and sometimes uncertain requirements.
- Proven delivery of significant service or services, or new technology that made a demonstrable contribution to organisational/customer aims, objectives, strategy, & vision.
- Demonstrable ability of working at a senior level with colleagues and senior management teams within an IT environment and across business functions.
- Excellent communication, influencing and negotiation skills at senior manager level both inside an IT team and across business functions.
- Proven experience of handling multiple tasks running concurrently with varying complexity, time constraints, impacts and risks.
- Evidence of a good understanding across a broad range of technical IT areas with very detailed understanding in one or more of the following: Windows Server 2008/2012, VMWare, Citrix XenServer, Citrix Netscaler, Cisco/Dell/Extreme Networking, Checkpoint, Avaya, Wireless and Infrastructure security.
- Strong ability to lead and/or manage both people and technical delivery (e.g. conducting performance reviews, setting objectives, development, motivation and dealing with difficult situations).
Desirable Knowledge, Skills and Experience
Familiarity with elements of HCC's key technology stack
- Citrix XenServer, XenDesktop, Netscaler
- Windows Server 2008+ (inc. all server roles and features)
- Red Hat Enterprise Linux
- VMWare ESXi 5+
- Microsoft Hyper-V
- Exchange up to and including 2010
- App V
- IP Telephony
- Cloud IaaS and SaaS.
- CheckPoint Firewalls.
- Familiarity with TOGAF framework.
For further information and to apply please call Victoria at Excipion on (Apply online only) and send a copy of your up to date CV
Enterprise Architect needed in Winchester Ref 216745 paying £413.32 - 515 per day.
Hours - 9am - 5.30pm
The roles require the job holder to work with a team of highly skilled team of consultants within our Solutions Design team. The role will require establishing standards and acting as a Technical Lead and point of escalation throughout project delivery and producing costed options and proposals.
Main Responsibilities:
- Design conceptual, logical and physical infrastructure viewpoints aligned against target technical direction to support business needs ensuring compliance with relevant technical, architectural and operational standards e.g. PSN, ISO27001 and PCI policies.
- Define the Infrastructure Domain, including the computing hardware systems required to support the business: o Platforms & Servers (e.g., high-end servers and midrange to small servers, the use of cloud etc); o Storage systems; o Personal computing devices (desktops, notebooks, and hand-held computing devices); and o Other hardware (e.g., printers).
- Direct solution and technical designers in the definition of operating systems, configurations, network and device-to-device interfaces, as well as selected peripherals.
- Act as technical escalation point for team members and wider IT services staff and groups.
- Approve/recommend major IT purchasing decisions.
- Act as key specialist advisor to Lead IT architect and Head of Infrastructure, feeding into the maintenance of an as-is and target architecture with associated technology roadmap, and identify capability gaps
- Support Lead IT Architect define the framework for what constitutes an IT service and the management of an IT Service Catalogue. Subsequently support the creation and management of the IT Service Catalogue.
- Maintain deep technical design and implementation knowledge of current infrastructure.
- Educate the business on updated technical standards and designs that have to be adhered to
- Act as a Subject Matter Expert on a range of projects, proposals and business cases, working with senior staff, Project Managers and Business Analysts, responsible for the creation and delivery of: o Technical guidance and advice through all project phases o Fully costed solution architecture options at proposal and business case stage, as well as information and advice for early project design stages o Producing end-to-end technical infrastructure designs and cost models. o Statement of works setting clear expectations of deliverables and exclusions o Business cases and tender documentation for new works o Technical leadership and escalation for solution designs through to delivery.
- Take technical leadership role for large, complex IT projects and operational developments, with budgets up to and exceeding £1M.
- Build productive relationships with key suppliers to ensure delivery of projects and solutions.
- Build strong working relationships with technical staff acting as an ambassador for architectural changes and mentoring staff on new technologies and approaches during project delivery.
- Apply strategic solutions during design and project delivery to ensure that key IT platforms are available 24/7/365.
- Identifying opportunities for rationalisation and improving the efficiency of platform systems throughout project delivery working with BAU and operational teams.
- Identifying opportunities for automating and streamlining technical BAU activities throughout project delivery working with BAU and operational teams.
Essential Qualifications Either:
- A degree and / or formal industry recognised qualifications
- 5+ yrs experience in a senior technical role in an enterprise IT Environment Desirable Qualifications
- Windows MCSE, MCSD or equivalent.
- Citrix CCP-V/N
- Citrix CCE-V/N.
- Cisco CCNA.
- TOGAF 9.1
Essential Knowledge, Skills and Experience
- Significant experience of IT architecture & design, with Cloud based components.
- Ability to work with complex and sometimes uncertain requirements.
- Proven delivery of significant service or services, or new technology that made a demonstrable contribution to organisational/customer aims, objectives, strategy, & vision.
- Demonstrable ability of working at a senior level with colleagues and senior management teams within an IT environment and across business functions.
- Excellent communication, influencing and negotiation skills at senior manager level both inside an IT team and across business functions.
- Proven experience of handling multiple tasks running concurrently with varying complexity, time constraints, impacts and risks.
- Evidence of a good understanding across a broad range of technical IT areas with very detailed understanding in one or more of the following: Windows Server 2008/2012, VMWare, Citrix XenServer, Citrix Netscaler, Cisco/Dell/Extreme Networking, Checkpoint, Avaya, Wireless and Infrastructure security.
- Strong ability to lead and/or manage both people and technical delivery (e.g. conducting performance reviews, setting objectives, development, motivation and dealing with difficult situations).
Desirable Knowledge, Skills and Experience Familiarity with elements of HCC’s key technology stack
- Citrix XenServer, XenDesktop, Netscaler
- Windows Server 2008+ (inc. all server roles and features)
- Red Hat Enterprise Linux
- VMWare ESXi 5+
- Microsoft Hyper-V
- Exchange up to and including 2010
- App V
- IP Telephony
- Cloud IaaS and SaaS.
- CheckPoint Firewalls.
- Familiarity with TOGAF framework.
Essential Employment are acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy. Essential Employment are an
Equal Opportunities Employer.
Please email your CV to verity quoting the above reference number so we can locate the job ok.
All our roles may be subject to pre employment checks including references so please be prepared.
Due to high volumes of CVs received we are not able to respond to all unsuccessful applications. You will always however hear from us by phone if we are able to take your CV forward to the next stage.
You can also follow us at twitter/facebook/linkedin or via our website
09/09/2016
Enterprise Architect needed in Winchester Ref 216745 paying £413.32 - 515 per day.
Hours - 9am - 5.30pm
The roles require the job holder to work with a team of highly skilled team of consultants within our Solutions Design team. The role will require establishing standards and acting as a Technical Lead and point of escalation throughout project delivery and producing costed options and proposals.
Main Responsibilities:
- Design conceptual, logical and physical infrastructure viewpoints aligned against target technical direction to support business needs ensuring compliance with relevant technical, architectural and operational standards e.g. PSN, ISO27001 and PCI policies.
- Define the Infrastructure Domain, including the computing hardware systems required to support the business: o Platforms & Servers (e.g., high-end servers and midrange to small servers, the use of cloud etc); o Storage systems; o Personal computing devices (desktops, notebooks, and hand-held computing devices); and o Other hardware (e.g., printers).
- Direct solution and technical designers in the definition of operating systems, configurations, network and device-to-device interfaces, as well as selected peripherals.
- Act as technical escalation point for team members and wider IT services staff and groups.
- Approve/recommend major IT purchasing decisions.
- Act as key specialist advisor to Lead IT architect and Head of Infrastructure, feeding into the maintenance of an as-is and target architecture with associated technology roadmap, and identify capability gaps
- Support Lead IT Architect define the framework for what constitutes an IT service and the management of an IT Service Catalogue. Subsequently support the creation and management of the IT Service Catalogue.
- Maintain deep technical design and implementation knowledge of current infrastructure.
- Educate the business on updated technical standards and designs that have to be adhered to
- Act as a Subject Matter Expert on a range of projects, proposals and business cases, working with senior staff, Project Managers and Business Analysts, responsible for the creation and delivery of: o Technical guidance and advice through all project phases o Fully costed solution architecture options at proposal and business case stage, as well as information and advice for early project design stages o Producing end-to-end technical infrastructure designs and cost models. o Statement of works setting clear expectations of deliverables and exclusions o Business cases and tender documentation for new works o Technical leadership and escalation for solution designs through to delivery.
- Take technical leadership role for large, complex IT projects and operational developments, with budgets up to and exceeding £1M.
- Build productive relationships with key suppliers to ensure delivery of projects and solutions.
- Build strong working relationships with technical staff acting as an ambassador for architectural changes and mentoring staff on new technologies and approaches during project delivery.
- Apply strategic solutions during design and project delivery to ensure that key IT platforms are available 24/7/365.
- Identifying opportunities for rationalisation and improving the efficiency of platform systems throughout project delivery working with BAU and operational teams.
- Identifying opportunities for automating and streamlining technical BAU activities throughout project delivery working with BAU and operational teams.
Essential Qualifications Either:
- A degree and / or formal industry recognised qualifications
- 5+ yrs experience in a senior technical role in an enterprise IT Environment Desirable Qualifications
- Windows MCSE, MCSD or equivalent.
- Citrix CCP-V/N
- Citrix CCE-V/N.
- Cisco CCNA.
- TOGAF 9.1
Essential Knowledge, Skills and Experience
- Significant experience of IT architecture & design, with Cloud based components.
- Ability to work with complex and sometimes uncertain requirements.
- Proven delivery of significant service or services, or new technology that made a demonstrable contribution to organisational/customer aims, objectives, strategy, & vision.
- Demonstrable ability of working at a senior level with colleagues and senior management teams within an IT environment and across business functions.
- Excellent communication, influencing and negotiation skills at senior manager level both inside an IT team and across business functions.
- Proven experience of handling multiple tasks running concurrently with varying complexity, time constraints, impacts and risks.
- Evidence of a good understanding across a broad range of technical IT areas with very detailed understanding in one or more of the following: Windows Server 2008/2012, VMWare, Citrix XenServer, Citrix Netscaler, Cisco/Dell/Extreme Networking, Checkpoint, Avaya, Wireless and Infrastructure security.
- Strong ability to lead and/or manage both people and technical delivery (e.g. conducting performance reviews, setting objectives, development, motivation and dealing with difficult situations).
Desirable Knowledge, Skills and Experience Familiarity with elements of HCC’s key technology stack
- Citrix XenServer, XenDesktop, Netscaler
- Windows Server 2008+ (inc. all server roles and features)
- Red Hat Enterprise Linux
- VMWare ESXi 5+
- Microsoft Hyper-V
- Exchange up to and including 2010
- App V
- IP Telephony
- Cloud IaaS and SaaS.
- CheckPoint Firewalls.
- Familiarity with TOGAF framework.
Essential Employment are acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy. Essential Employment are an
Equal Opportunities Employer.
Please email your CV to verity quoting the above reference number so we can locate the job ok.
All our roles may be subject to pre employment checks including references so please be prepared.
Due to high volumes of CVs received we are not able to respond to all unsuccessful applications. You will always however hear from us by phone if we are able to take your CV forward to the next stage.
You can also follow us at twitter/facebook/linkedin or via our website
Enterprise Architect- Winchester-3 month contract- £475 a day Ltd/Umbrella.
Our client are a large public sector organisation currently recruiting for an experienced Enterp[rise Architect to join them on a contract whilst they recruit for a permanent member of staff.
The successful candidate will be an experienced individual with significant architecture & design experience, excellent communication skills and a depth of technical knowledge in a range of Infrastructure technologies (including Citrix, VMWare, Microsoft, Dell, SAP, Avaya, Networking, client devices, Hybrid Cloud). You will be expected to take responsibility for defining technology roadmaps (include hybrid cloud) and lower-level technical designs relating to all areas of Infrastructure. The role also requires the ability to instigate change, ensuring excellent implementation of agreed roadmaps and provide a depth of technical experience and advice to all areas of the organisation and its partners.
The roles require the job holder to work with a team of highly skilled team of consultants within our Solutions Design team. The role will require establishing standards and acting as a Technical Lead and point of escalation throughout project delivery and producing costed options and proposals as part of business cases, enabling the initiatives and business of the broader County Council and its Partners.
Main Responsibilities:
- Design conceptual, logical and physical infrastructure viewpoints aligned against target technical direction to support business needs ensuring compliance with relevant technical, architectural and operational standards e.g. PSN, ISO27001 and PCI policies.
- Define the Infrastructure Domain, including the computing hardware systems required to support the business:
o Platforms & Servers (e.g., high-end servers and midrange to small servers, the use of cloud etc);
o Storage systems;
o Personal computing devices (desktops, notebooks, and hand-held computing devices); and
o Other hardware (e.g., printers).
- Direct solution and technical designers in the definition of operating systems, configurations, network and device-to-device interfaces, as well as selected peripherals.
- Act as technical escalation point for team members and wider IT services staff and groups.
- Approve/recommend major IT purchasing decisions.
- Act as key specialist advisor to Lead IT architect and Head of Infrastructure, feeding into the maintenance of an as-is and target architecture with associated technology roadmap, and identify capability gaps
- Support Lead IT Architect define the framework for what constitutes an IT service and the management of an IT Service Catalogue. Subsequently support the creation and management of the IT Service Catalogue.
- Maintain deep technical design and implementation knowledge of current infrastructure.
- Quickly learn new technologies and understand how they might be useful within HCC
- Educate the business on updated technical standards and designs that have to be adhered to
- Act as a Subject Matter Expert on a range of projects, proposals and business cases, working with senior staff, Project Managers and Business Analysts, responsible for the creation and delivery of:
o Technical guidance and advice through all project phases
o Fully costed solution architecture options at proposal and business case stage, as well as information and advice for early project design stages
o Producing end-to-end technical infrastructure designs and cost models in line with HCC standards
o Statement of works setting clear expectations of deliverables and exclusions
o Business cases and tender documentation for new works
o Technical leadership and escalation for solution designs through to delivery.
- Take technical leadership role for large, complex IT projects and operational developments, with budgets up to and exceeding £1M.
- Build productive relationships with key suppliers to ensure delivery of projects and solutions.
- Build strong working relationships with technical staff acting as an ambassador for architectural changes and mentoring staff on new technologies and approaches during project delivery.
- Apply strategic solutions during design and project delivery to ensure that key IT platforms are available 24/7/365.
- Identifying opportunities for rationalisation and improving the efficiency of platform systems throughout project delivery working with BAU and operational teams.
- Identifying opportunities for automating and streamlining technical BAU activities throughout project delivery working with BAU and operational teams.
- Act as an ambassador for HCC, representing the council through presenting at key industry conferences.
- Present information clearly at the appropriate level for all audiences.
- Membership of Technical, National, and Industry bodies where appropriate.
Essential Qualifications
Either:
- A degree and / or formal industry recognised qualifications
- 5+ yrs experience in a senior technical role in an enterprise IT Environment
Desirable Qualifications
- Windows MCSE, MCSD or equivalent.
- Citrix CCP-V/N
- Citrix CCE-V/N.
- Cisco CCNA.
- TOGAF 9.1
Essential Knowledge, Skills and Experience
- Significant experience of IT architecture & design, with Cloud based components.
- Ability to work with complex and sometimes uncertain requirements.
- Proven delivery of significant service or services, or new technology that made a demonstrable contribution to organisational/customer aims, objectives, strategy, & vision.
- Demonstrable ability of working at a senior level with colleagues and senior management teams within an IT environment and across business functions.
- Excellent communication, influencing and negotiation skills at senior manager level both inside an IT team and across business functions.
- Proven experience of handling multiple tasks running concurrently with varying complexity, time constraints, impacts and risks.
- Evidence of a good understanding across a broad range of technical IT areas with very detailed understanding in one or more of the following: Windows Server 2008/2012, VMWare, Citrix XenServer, Citrix Netscaler, Cisco/Dell/Extreme Networking, Checkpoint, Avaya, Wireless and Infrastructure security.
- Strong ability to lead and/or manage both people and technical delivery (e.g. conducting performance reviews, setting objectives, development, motivation and dealing with difficult situations).
Desirable Knowledge, Skills and Experience
Familiarity with elements of HCC's key technology stack
- Citrix XenServer, XenDesktop, Netscaler
- Windows Server 2008+ (inc. all server roles and features)
- Red Hat Enterprise Linux
- VMWare ESXi 5+
- Microsoft Hyper-V
- Exchange up to and including 2010
- App V
- IP Telephony
- Cloud IaaS and SaaS.
- CheckPoint Firewalls.
- Familiarity with TOGAF framework.
For further information and to apply please call Victoria at Excipion on (Apply online only) and send a copy of your up to date CV
09/09/2016
Enterprise Architect- Winchester-3 month contract- £475 a day Ltd/Umbrella.
Our client are a large public sector organisation currently recruiting for an experienced Enterp[rise Architect to join them on a contract whilst they recruit for a permanent member of staff.
The successful candidate will be an experienced individual with significant architecture & design experience, excellent communication skills and a depth of technical knowledge in a range of Infrastructure technologies (including Citrix, VMWare, Microsoft, Dell, SAP, Avaya, Networking, client devices, Hybrid Cloud). You will be expected to take responsibility for defining technology roadmaps (include hybrid cloud) and lower-level technical designs relating to all areas of Infrastructure. The role also requires the ability to instigate change, ensuring excellent implementation of agreed roadmaps and provide a depth of technical experience and advice to all areas of the organisation and its partners.
The roles require the job holder to work with a team of highly skilled team of consultants within our Solutions Design team. The role will require establishing standards and acting as a Technical Lead and point of escalation throughout project delivery and producing costed options and proposals as part of business cases, enabling the initiatives and business of the broader County Council and its Partners.
Main Responsibilities:
- Design conceptual, logical and physical infrastructure viewpoints aligned against target technical direction to support business needs ensuring compliance with relevant technical, architectural and operational standards e.g. PSN, ISO27001 and PCI policies.
- Define the Infrastructure Domain, including the computing hardware systems required to support the business:
o Platforms & Servers (e.g., high-end servers and midrange to small servers, the use of cloud etc);
o Storage systems;
o Personal computing devices (desktops, notebooks, and hand-held computing devices); and
o Other hardware (e.g., printers).
- Direct solution and technical designers in the definition of operating systems, configurations, network and device-to-device interfaces, as well as selected peripherals.
- Act as technical escalation point for team members and wider IT services staff and groups.
- Approve/recommend major IT purchasing decisions.
- Act as key specialist advisor to Lead IT architect and Head of Infrastructure, feeding into the maintenance of an as-is and target architecture with associated technology roadmap, and identify capability gaps
- Support Lead IT Architect define the framework for what constitutes an IT service and the management of an IT Service Catalogue. Subsequently support the creation and management of the IT Service Catalogue.
- Maintain deep technical design and implementation knowledge of current infrastructure.
- Quickly learn new technologies and understand how they might be useful within HCC
- Educate the business on updated technical standards and designs that have to be adhered to
- Act as a Subject Matter Expert on a range of projects, proposals and business cases, working with senior staff, Project Managers and Business Analysts, responsible for the creation and delivery of:
o Technical guidance and advice through all project phases
o Fully costed solution architecture options at proposal and business case stage, as well as information and advice for early project design stages
o Producing end-to-end technical infrastructure designs and cost models in line with HCC standards
o Statement of works setting clear expectations of deliverables and exclusions
o Business cases and tender documentation for new works
o Technical leadership and escalation for solution designs through to delivery.
- Take technical leadership role for large, complex IT projects and operational developments, with budgets up to and exceeding £1M.
- Build productive relationships with key suppliers to ensure delivery of projects and solutions.
- Build strong working relationships with technical staff acting as an ambassador for architectural changes and mentoring staff on new technologies and approaches during project delivery.
- Apply strategic solutions during design and project delivery to ensure that key IT platforms are available 24/7/365.
- Identifying opportunities for rationalisation and improving the efficiency of platform systems throughout project delivery working with BAU and operational teams.
- Identifying opportunities for automating and streamlining technical BAU activities throughout project delivery working with BAU and operational teams.
- Act as an ambassador for HCC, representing the council through presenting at key industry conferences.
- Present information clearly at the appropriate level for all audiences.
- Membership of Technical, National, and Industry bodies where appropriate.
Essential Qualifications
Either:
- A degree and / or formal industry recognised qualifications
- 5+ yrs experience in a senior technical role in an enterprise IT Environment
Desirable Qualifications
- Windows MCSE, MCSD or equivalent.
- Citrix CCP-V/N
- Citrix CCE-V/N.
- Cisco CCNA.
- TOGAF 9.1
Essential Knowledge, Skills and Experience
- Significant experience of IT architecture & design, with Cloud based components.
- Ability to work with complex and sometimes uncertain requirements.
- Proven delivery of significant service or services, or new technology that made a demonstrable contribution to organisational/customer aims, objectives, strategy, & vision.
- Demonstrable ability of working at a senior level with colleagues and senior management teams within an IT environment and across business functions.
- Excellent communication, influencing and negotiation skills at senior manager level both inside an IT team and across business functions.
- Proven experience of handling multiple tasks running concurrently with varying complexity, time constraints, impacts and risks.
- Evidence of a good understanding across a broad range of technical IT areas with very detailed understanding in one or more of the following: Windows Server 2008/2012, VMWare, Citrix XenServer, Citrix Netscaler, Cisco/Dell/Extreme Networking, Checkpoint, Avaya, Wireless and Infrastructure security.
- Strong ability to lead and/or manage both people and technical delivery (e.g. conducting performance reviews, setting objectives, development, motivation and dealing with difficult situations).
Desirable Knowledge, Skills and Experience
Familiarity with elements of HCC's key technology stack
- Citrix XenServer, XenDesktop, Netscaler
- Windows Server 2008+ (inc. all server roles and features)
- Red Hat Enterprise Linux
- VMWare ESXi 5+
- Microsoft Hyper-V
- Exchange up to and including 2010
- App V
- IP Telephony
- Cloud IaaS and SaaS.
- CheckPoint Firewalls.
- Familiarity with TOGAF framework.
For further information and to apply please call Victoria at Excipion on (Apply online only) and send a copy of your up to date CV
Enterprise Architect needed in Winchester Ref 216745 paying £413.32 - 515 per day.
Hours - 9am - 5.30pm
The roles require the job holder to work with a team of highly skilled team of consultants within our Solutions Design team. The role will require establishing standards and acting as a Technical Lead and point of escalation throughout project delivery and producing costed options and proposals.
Main Responsibilities:
- Design conceptual, logical and physical infrastructure viewpoints aligned against target technical direction to support business needs ensuring compliance with relevant technical, architectural and operational standards e.g. PSN, ISO27001 and PCI policies.
- Define the Infrastructure Domain, including the computing hardware systems required to support the business: o Platforms & Servers (e.g., high-end servers and midrange to small servers, the use of cloud etc); o Storage systems; o Personal computing devices (desktops, notebooks, and hand-held computing devices); and o Other hardware (e.g., printers).
- Direct solution and technical designers in the definition of operating systems, configurations, network and device-to-device interfaces, as well as selected peripherals.
- Act as technical escalation point for team members and wider IT services staff and groups.
- Approve/recommend major IT purchasing decisions.
- Act as key specialist advisor to Lead IT architect and Head of Infrastructure, feeding into the maintenance of an as-is and target architecture with associated technology roadmap, and identify capability gaps
- Support Lead IT Architect define the framework for what constitutes an IT service and the management of an IT Service Catalogue. Subsequently support the creation and management of the IT Service Catalogue.
- Maintain deep technical design and implementation knowledge of current infrastructure.
- Educate the business on updated technical standards and designs that have to be adhered to
- Act as a Subject Matter Expert on a range of projects, proposals and business cases, working with senior staff, Project Managers and Business Analysts, responsible for the creation and delivery of: o Technical guidance and advice through all project phases o Fully costed solution architecture options at proposal and business case stage, as well as information and advice for early project design stages o Producing end-to-end technical infrastructure designs and cost models. o Statement of works setting clear expectations of deliverables and exclusions o Business cases and tender documentation for new works o Technical leadership and escalation for solution designs through to delivery.
- Take technical leadership role for large, complex IT projects and operational developments, with budgets up to and exceeding £1M.
- Build productive relationships with key suppliers to ensure delivery of projects and solutions.
- Build strong working relationships with technical staff acting as an ambassador for architectural changes and mentoring staff on new technologies and approaches during project delivery.
- Apply strategic solutions during design and project delivery to ensure that key IT platforms are available 24/7/365.
- Identifying opportunities for rationalisation and improving the efficiency of platform systems throughout project delivery working with BAU and operational teams.
- Identifying opportunities for automating and streamlining technical BAU activities throughout project delivery working with BAU and operational teams.
Essential Qualifications Either:
- A degree and / or formal industry recognised qualifications
- 5+ yrs experience in a senior technical role in an enterprise IT Environment Desirable Qualifications
- Windows MCSE, MCSD or equivalent.
- Citrix CCP-V/N
- Citrix CCE-V/N.
- Cisco CCNA.
- TOGAF 9.1
Essential Knowledge, Skills and Experience
- Significant experience of IT architecture & design, with Cloud based components.
- Ability to work with complex and sometimes uncertain requirements.
- Proven delivery of significant service or services, or new technology that made a demonstrable contribution to organisational/customer aims, objectives, strategy, & vision.
- Demonstrable ability of working at a senior level with colleagues and senior management teams within an IT environment and across business functions.
- Excellent communication, influencing and negotiation skills at senior manager level both inside an IT team and across business functions.
- Proven experience of handling multiple tasks running concurrently with varying complexity, time constraints, impacts and risks.
- Evidence of a good understanding across a broad range of technical IT areas with very detailed understanding in one or more of the following: Windows Server 2008/2012, VMWare, Citrix XenServer, Citrix Netscaler, Cisco/Dell/Extreme Networking, Checkpoint, Avaya, Wireless and Infrastructure security.
- Strong ability to lead and/or manage both people and technical delivery (e.g. conducting performance reviews, setting objectives, development, motivation and dealing with difficult situations).
Desirable Knowledge, Skills and Experience Familiarity with elements of HCC’s key technology stack
- Citrix XenServer, XenDesktop, Netscaler
- Windows Server 2008+ (inc. all server roles and features)
- Red Hat Enterprise Linux
- VMWare ESXi 5+
- Microsoft Hyper-V
- Exchange up to and including 2010
- App V
- IP Telephony
- Cloud IaaS and SaaS.
- CheckPoint Firewalls.
- Familiarity with TOGAF framework.
Essential Employment are acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy. Essential Employment are an
Equal Opportunities Employer.
Please email your CV to verity quoting the above reference number so we can locate the job ok.
All our roles may be subject to pre employment checks including references so please be prepared.
Due to high volumes of CVs received we are not able to respond to all unsuccessful applications. You will always however hear from us by phone if we are able to take your CV forward to the next stage.
You can also follow us at twitter/facebook/linkedin or via our website
09/09/2016
Enterprise Architect needed in Winchester Ref 216745 paying £413.32 - 515 per day.
Hours - 9am - 5.30pm
The roles require the job holder to work with a team of highly skilled team of consultants within our Solutions Design team. The role will require establishing standards and acting as a Technical Lead and point of escalation throughout project delivery and producing costed options and proposals.
Main Responsibilities:
- Design conceptual, logical and physical infrastructure viewpoints aligned against target technical direction to support business needs ensuring compliance with relevant technical, architectural and operational standards e.g. PSN, ISO27001 and PCI policies.
- Define the Infrastructure Domain, including the computing hardware systems required to support the business: o Platforms & Servers (e.g., high-end servers and midrange to small servers, the use of cloud etc); o Storage systems; o Personal computing devices (desktops, notebooks, and hand-held computing devices); and o Other hardware (e.g., printers).
- Direct solution and technical designers in the definition of operating systems, configurations, network and device-to-device interfaces, as well as selected peripherals.
- Act as technical escalation point for team members and wider IT services staff and groups.
- Approve/recommend major IT purchasing decisions.
- Act as key specialist advisor to Lead IT architect and Head of Infrastructure, feeding into the maintenance of an as-is and target architecture with associated technology roadmap, and identify capability gaps
- Support Lead IT Architect define the framework for what constitutes an IT service and the management of an IT Service Catalogue. Subsequently support the creation and management of the IT Service Catalogue.
- Maintain deep technical design and implementation knowledge of current infrastructure.
- Educate the business on updated technical standards and designs that have to be adhered to
- Act as a Subject Matter Expert on a range of projects, proposals and business cases, working with senior staff, Project Managers and Business Analysts, responsible for the creation and delivery of: o Technical guidance and advice through all project phases o Fully costed solution architecture options at proposal and business case stage, as well as information and advice for early project design stages o Producing end-to-end technical infrastructure designs and cost models. o Statement of works setting clear expectations of deliverables and exclusions o Business cases and tender documentation for new works o Technical leadership and escalation for solution designs through to delivery.
- Take technical leadership role for large, complex IT projects and operational developments, with budgets up to and exceeding £1M.
- Build productive relationships with key suppliers to ensure delivery of projects and solutions.
- Build strong working relationships with technical staff acting as an ambassador for architectural changes and mentoring staff on new technologies and approaches during project delivery.
- Apply strategic solutions during design and project delivery to ensure that key IT platforms are available 24/7/365.
- Identifying opportunities for rationalisation and improving the efficiency of platform systems throughout project delivery working with BAU and operational teams.
- Identifying opportunities for automating and streamlining technical BAU activities throughout project delivery working with BAU and operational teams.
Essential Qualifications Either:
- A degree and / or formal industry recognised qualifications
- 5+ yrs experience in a senior technical role in an enterprise IT Environment Desirable Qualifications
- Windows MCSE, MCSD or equivalent.
- Citrix CCP-V/N
- Citrix CCE-V/N.
- Cisco CCNA.
- TOGAF 9.1
Essential Knowledge, Skills and Experience
- Significant experience of IT architecture & design, with Cloud based components.
- Ability to work with complex and sometimes uncertain requirements.
- Proven delivery of significant service or services, or new technology that made a demonstrable contribution to organisational/customer aims, objectives, strategy, & vision.
- Demonstrable ability of working at a senior level with colleagues and senior management teams within an IT environment and across business functions.
- Excellent communication, influencing and negotiation skills at senior manager level both inside an IT team and across business functions.
- Proven experience of handling multiple tasks running concurrently with varying complexity, time constraints, impacts and risks.
- Evidence of a good understanding across a broad range of technical IT areas with very detailed understanding in one or more of the following: Windows Server 2008/2012, VMWare, Citrix XenServer, Citrix Netscaler, Cisco/Dell/Extreme Networking, Checkpoint, Avaya, Wireless and Infrastructure security.
- Strong ability to lead and/or manage both people and technical delivery (e.g. conducting performance reviews, setting objectives, development, motivation and dealing with difficult situations).
Desirable Knowledge, Skills and Experience Familiarity with elements of HCC’s key technology stack
- Citrix XenServer, XenDesktop, Netscaler
- Windows Server 2008+ (inc. all server roles and features)
- Red Hat Enterprise Linux
- VMWare ESXi 5+
- Microsoft Hyper-V
- Exchange up to and including 2010
- App V
- IP Telephony
- Cloud IaaS and SaaS.
- CheckPoint Firewalls.
- Familiarity with TOGAF framework.
Essential Employment are acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy. Essential Employment are an
Equal Opportunities Employer.
Please email your CV to verity quoting the above reference number so we can locate the job ok.
All our roles may be subject to pre employment checks including references so please be prepared.
Due to high volumes of CVs received we are not able to respond to all unsuccessful applications. You will always however hear from us by phone if we are able to take your CV forward to the next stage.
You can also follow us at twitter/facebook/linkedin or via our website
