2nd/3rd Line Service Desk Technician

Cirrus Technology Solutions
Ellesmere Port, United Kingdom
1 month ago

Role details

Contract type
Permanent contract
Employment type
Full-time (> 32 hours)
Working hours
Shift work
Languages
English
Experience level
Intermediate
Compensation
£ 35K

Job location

Ellesmere Port, United Kingdom

Tech stack

Microsoft Windows
Microsoft Active Directory
Azure
VoIP
Network Topologies
Virtual Private Networks (VPN)
Network Troubleshooting
Microsoft Servers
Phishing
Server Administration
Software Vulnerability Management
Firewalls (Computer Science)
Microsoft InTune
Fortinet
Firewall Services Module

Job description

· Deliver advanced IT support including Microsoft 365, Azure, Intune, and Enterprise Apps (SSO).

· Perform server administration, Active Directory management, patching, and backup restoration.

· Lead network troubleshooting and advanced firewall configurations, VPN, and ADVPN.

· Handle VOIP deployments and advanced telephony configurations.

· Implement security best practices, monitor endpoint protection, and respond to incidents.

· Mentor and support junior team members, providing knowledge sharing and escalation guidance.

· Produce high-quality documentation, change control compliance, and technical guides.

Requirements

· 3+ years in advanced IT support / 3rd line / enterprise environments.

· Strong Microsoft server, Azure, and endpoint management experience.

· Advanced networking: firewalls, site-to-site VPNs, network topologies, ADVPN.

· VOIP and telephony systems knowledge.

· Security: phishing response, incident escalation, vulnerability management, Cyber Essentials

· Excellent problem-solving and communication skills; proactive and client focused.

· Holding of industry recognised certification such as: Microsoft, Fortinet, Comp TIA is advantageous, * Customer service: 3 years (required)

  • Technical support: 3 years (required)

Licence/Certification:

  • Driving Licence (required)

Willingness to travel:

  • 25% (required)

Benefits & conditions

· Free onsite parking

· Company pension and health insurance

· Company workwear

· Paid industry certifications

· Team events

· Career growth opportunities

Working Hours:

You will be predominantly based in our office in Ellesmere Port but will also spend time visiting client sites across the UK, which may include overnight stays during the week.

· Rotational shift pattern (Week 1: 8-4, Week 2: 8-4, Week 3: 9-5, Week 4: 10-6 with OOH)

· Out-of-hours coverage 1 in 4 pattern, with supplementary pay

Salary: £30,000-£35,000 + OOH (£2,200 approx.)

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Pay: £30,000.00-£35,000.00 per year

Benefits:

  • Casual dress
  • Company pension
  • Free parking
  • On-site parking
  • Private dental insurance
  • Private medical insurance

About the company

Our clients rely on us as trusted partners for a variety of services such as connectivity, applications, equipment, security, and disaster planning. We are a people first business, and this shines through in everything we do. Our clients rely on us as trusted partners for a variety of services such as connectivity, applications, equipment, security, and disaster planning. We are a people first business, and this shines through in everything we do.

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