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# Senior 2nd Line Engineer

- **Company:** Set2Recruit
- **Location:** Penwortham, UK (Remote available)
- **Experience:** Expert
- **Salary:** £35,000.0 - £37,000.0
- **Contract:** Permanent contract
- **Skills:** Microsoft Windows, Microsoft Azure, Dynamic Host Configuration Protocol, Domain Name System (DNS), Hyper-V, Microsoft Office, Windows Servers, Networking Basics, Routing, Windows PowerShell, TCP/IP, Virtualization Technology, Scripting, Microsoft InTune, Information Technology, Vmware
- **Published:** October 3, 2026
- **Apply:** https://find.jobs/jobs-near-me/apply/ats-redirect/?id=2992321602-2

## About the Role

All applicants must have the right to work in the UK., * 5 years + experience in a IT support role within an MSP or managed IT environment.

 * Knowledge of Microsoft 365, Azure, Intune, and Windows Server environments.
 * Familiarity with virtualization technologies (VMware or Hyper-V).
 * Understanding of basic networking concepts (TCP/IP, DNS, DHCP).
 * Strong troubleshooting skills and ability to work in a fast-paced service desk environment.
 * Excellent communication skills, capable of assisting both technical and non-technical users.

Desirable Skills

 * Microsoft certifications (MS-100, MS-500, AZ-104)
 * Experience with PowerShell or basic scripting
 * Familiarity with monitoring, backup, or security tools

## Description

We are seeking a Senior 2nd Line Support Engineer to join a busy service desk environment, providing advanced support to client IT users. You will be responsible for troubleshooting and resolving technical issues across Microsoft 365, Azure, Windows Server, virtualization, networking, and endpoint devices, escalating complex issues to 3rd Line engineers as required., * Provide 2nd line support for client IT systems, handling escalated tickets from 1st Line.

 * Troubleshoot and resolve issues with Microsoft 365 / Office 365, Azure, Intune, and Windows Server.
 * Support virtualization platforms (VMware or Hyper-V) and endpoint devices.
 * Assist with basic networking troubleshooting, including TCP/IP, DNS, DHCP, and routing.
 * Maintain clear and accurate ticket documentation, providing timely updates to clients.
 * Escalate complex or high-priority issues to 3rd Line engineers as needed.
 * Contribute to a busy service desk environment, maintaining SLA targets and quality standards.


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