IT Infrastructure Engineer

Description:

Class 1 Personnel are looking to recruit an IT Infrastructure Engineer for our client based in Northampton. This is a specialist role for an experienced IT Infrastructure Engineer. This is a hybrid role with initial work at client site in Central Northampton, then 1 to 2 days working from home.
 
IT Infrastructure Engineer Key duties:

Migration of On Premise 2013 Exchange Server to On Premise Exchange Server 2016 OR migrate to Exchange Online
Conduct full review of current WNC email/messaging architecture producing priority recommendations on improvements that can be made.
Subject to WNC approval, implement a number of improvements recommended. 
Key Attributes:

Problem-Solving Skills: Proven ability to analyse complex issues, troubleshoot effectively, and provide timely resolutions in a fast-paced environment. Possess a logical and methodical approach to problem-solving.
Security Focus: Solid understanding of IT security principles and practices, including user access control, data encryption, vulnerability management, and incident response.
Communication Skills: Excellent verbal and written communication skills as regular customer interaction required (face-to-face, Email, Teams etc) with the ability to convey technical concepts to both technical and non-technical stakeholders.
Strong documentation skills are essential with the ability to produce high quality and detailed documentation as necessary and as directed.
Team Player: Ability to work collaboratively within a team and across departments – Architects, Application Support etc. Willingness to share knowledge, provide guidance, and support colleagues. Equally willing and capable of working under direction and their own initiative.
Flexibility: Demonstrated ability to adapt to changing priorities and work effectively in a dynamic environment. Willingness to work flexible hours and participate in on-call rotations when necessary and complete ad-hoc duties and tasks allocated via line management as and when required. 
Technical Requirements:

Ideally, but not essential, a strong track record working in government bodies or the wider public sector
Very strong knowledge and understanding of successfully administering all aspects of Microsoft Exchange Server technologies (2013, 2016, 2019 – upgrades, migrations, problem resolution etc), Exchange Online and Email Messaging architectures.
Hands-on experience in managing and supporting Microsoft Infrastructure technologies including Windows Server (2012, 2016, 2019), Active Directory, Group Policy, PowerShell, VMWare virtualisation and network services (DNS, DHCP).
Strong experience of managing and working with Citrix Server and Citrix products
Experience of working with Windows Virtual Desktop and any associated migrations to this product advantageous
Microsoft Office 365 Admin advantageous
Infrastructure Monitoring Tools – SCOM, Vantage DX, Solarwinds etc
Excellent knowledge of MS Office suite – particularly Excel, Word and Teams
Hands-on experience of building, deploying and supporting Windows 10 and Windows 11 desktops utilising Autopilot, Endpoint Manager (Intune) and SSCM advantageous
Exceptional communication skills – as regular customer interaction required (face-to-face, Email, Teams etc.)
Motivated, self-starter who is tenacious and driven to achieve.
Must work well under pressure and successfully deliver to agreed timescales. 
This role is initially a 3 month assignment, working Monday to Friday 37hrs a week
We can offer a rate of £340 per day for the right candidate. We are looking for an immediate start for this role
If you are interested in this IT Infrastructure Engineer based in Northampton, then please apply today