Tech Support - Cloud VDI

The Scc
Birmingham, United Kingdom
2 days ago

Role details

Contract type
Permanent contract
Employment type
Full-time (> 32 hours)
Working hours
Regular working hours
Languages
English
Compensation
£ 52K

Job location

Remote
Birmingham, United Kingdom

Tech stack

Microsoft Windows
Microsoft Active Directory
Audio Video Distribution
Azure
Cloud Computing
System Configuration
Data as a Services
Desktop Environments
Hyper-V
Citrix XenApp
Microsoft Servers
Windows Server
Citrix Systems
Azure
Virtualization Technology
VMware Horizon View
Information Technology
Xendesktop
Citrix Netscaler
VMware

Job description

The role will be a Tech support VDI as part of Uk Infrastructure Team supporting the Virtualised Desktop environments, the role will include resolving Incidents & Tasks raised by the customer through service now, planning and implementing changes to customer requirements, Liaising with TSMs, projects, and other parts of the business to carry out chargeable work for customers or other business areas. Security clearance or willingness to apply will be required for this role., * Manage cloud technologies such as Citrix Cloud, AVD, DAAS/VMware Horizon, Azure Stack HCI, and Nerdio;

  • Have advanced understanding of virtualization environments such as VMware, Microsoft Hyper-V & Microsoft Azure;
  • Having advanced understanding of Active Directory inc GPO's for desktop and profile management;
  • Knowledge in configuring and Manage Citrix Systems: Provide advanced technical support for Citrix environments, including Netscaler, XenApp, XenDesktop, Delivery Controllers and Profile Management;
  • Optimize User Workspace Environments: Implement and support tools like AppSense/Ivanti/FSLogix for User Workspace Management to enhance user experience across virtual platforms;
  • Good understanding of Microsoft server products (Windows 2012-2022);
  • Troubleshooting: Provide second and third-line support for IT systems, ensuring timely resolution of technical issues;
  • Documentation: Maintain thorough documentation of system configurations, changes, and standard operating procedures;
  • Understanding of ITIL;
  • Ability to mentor, coach and support a small team of engineers to achieve team goals.

Requirements

  • Relevant experience in IT systems administration or engineering roles within large MSPs;
  • Extensive expertise in a variety of virtualized Desktop environments Citrix, Citrix Cloud, AVD, DAAS/VMware Horizon, Azure Stack HCI, and Nerdio;
  • Hands-on experience with Windows Server (2012-2019) and associated technologies;
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Active Directory for GPO's;
  • Strong knowledge of tools like AppSense/Ivanti, FsLogix, Netscaler, XenApp, XenDesktop, Delivery Controller;
  • Excellent problem-solving abilities and capacity to perform effectively under pressure;
  • Highly desirable certifications, including Microsoft Certified: Azure Administrator Associate, VMware Certified Professional (VCP), or similar qualifications;
  • Basic coaching / mentoring skills encompassing people and time management, effective communication, and mentoring/coaching of junior engineers.

Benefits & conditions

Salary Package: £42,000 - £52,000 plus large company benefits, a broad flexible benefits scheme, and 2 paid-for volunteering days a year Hours: 9.00 am - 5.30 pm, Monday - Friday Interview Process: 2-stage process

Why SCC?

  • An inclusive workplace
  • Excellent package: solid basic and company benefits
  • Hybrid working & core hours in line with role requirements
  • Career development and life-long learning opportunities
  • Opportunity to join Europe's largest privately-owned IT Company

About the company

SCC is Europe's largest privately-owned IT business, based out of the new £7m HQ office in Birmingham and we help clients succeed through IT transformation and exceptional customer experiences. We are a business where innovation is greater as we combine unique ideas, people and disciplines. We are a global company that is passionate about IT and where we look to simplify the complex.

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