Recruitment - Positions Vacant
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IT Department - Network Administrator
Posted: 14 May 2012
An exciting opportunity to join the Amshold Group of companies as IT Network Administrator at the head office in Loughton, Essex. The successful candidate will be responsible for the operation and administration of the company’s internal networks, servers, email and network security systems, under the supervision of the IT Manager.
The job:
- Administration and maintenance of company’s internal IT systems
- Configuration and set-up of all new server systems required internally for the company’s activities
- Firewall administration and overall responsibility for network security
- Administration of email servers for company-wide email
- Administration of Blackberry Enterprise Server and handset support for Blackberry and iPhone/iPad users
- Provide telephone and desktop support for office and field-based staff
- Forecasting any necessary improvements, reporting and implementing system changes
- Problem solving and troubleshooting software/hardware issues
- Maintenance of public-facing web sites – working with in-house designers, web developers and senior management to amend and develop company web sites.
Skills / Attributes Required:
- Thorough working knowledge of the following operating systems and software: VMWare VSphere 4.0 (upwards), Windows 2003 Server (upwards), Windows Terminal Services 2008, Exchange, BES, Windows XP, Vista, 7, Sage, Backup Exec, VEEAM, Microsoft Office 2003, 2007, 2010, SQL Server development and administration
- Strong working knowledge of major networking components, network operating systems and basic computer hardware components
- Hands-on knowledge of the procedures used in the installation, modification maintenance and repair of IT hardware and software
- It would be an advantage to have web design / development experience with examples of web sites created. Working knowledge of key software tools – Adobe Dreamweaver, Fireworks, Flash. Solid understanding of HTML, CSS and Search Engine Optimisation (SEO). Cross-platform experience would be an advantage, particularly mobile devices.
- Full UK driving licence with own transport.
Personal Attributes Required:
- Conscientious, hard working
- Must be available for out of hours tech support by phone and remote desktop when necessary
- Confidence to work with staff at all levels, including directors
- Methodical, analytical approach to tasks with ability to assess risk
- Ability to work in a team and also independently
Salary / Benefits Package:
- Competitive salary
- Company Blackberry & laptop
- 25 days holiday
Application:
Please email your CV, with a covering letter stating salary expectations, to jobs@amshold.com
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