Senior IT Engineer - Nottingham

Senior IT Engineer Location: Nottingham Salary: £40,000 + We are a leading company based in Nottingham, known for providing exceptional IT services and support to a diverse range of clients and internal teams. They are looking for a highly skilled and experienced Senior IT Technician to join their team and play a key role in managing and maintaining their IT infrastructure, providing support, and mentoring junior team members. Key Responsibilities: * Provide expert technical support for hardware, software, and network issues across the company or client base. * Lead and manage IT projects, including installations, upgrades, and system migrations. * Monitor and maintain IT systems, ensuring maximum uptime and performance. * Troubleshoot complex IT issues and ensure prompt resolution to minimise downtime. * Administer and maintain Windows and Linux servers, ensuring security, backups, and patching are up to date. * Support users with day-to-day IT queries, both remotely and on-site, ensuring issues are resolved efficiently. * Mentor and support junior IT technicians, providing guidance and sharing technical knowledge. * Ensure IT security protocols are followed and implemented, including antivirus, firewalls, and VPNs. Skills & Experience: * A minimum of 5 years of experience in an IT Technician or IT Support role. * Strong knowledge of networking, hardware, software, and security best practices. * Proficiency in Windows Server, Active Directory, Office 365, and virtualisation technologies (VMware, Hyper-V). * Experience with network configuration, including VLANs, VPNs, firewalls, and switches. * Strong problem-solving skills with a proactive approach to IT support. * Excellent communication skills, with the ability to explain technical concepts to non-technical users. Benefits: * Competitive salary based on experience. * Company pension scheme and healthcare benefits. * Opportunities for professional development and certification support