Senior Network Administrator / Senior IT Engineer - Network

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Job Title: Senior Network AdministratorLocation: TelfordSalary: £29,836 per annumJob Type: Full time, Permanent (37 hours per week)Closing Date: Monday 28th OctoberA fantastic opportunity is available for a Senior Network Engineer who will work closely with the Network Manger to identify, recommend, develop, implement and support cost-effective technology solutions for all aspects of the organisation.As a senior member of the network team, you will assist development of a complete technical support service to ensure the College's resources are managed efficiently and effectively to meet Management and Student needs.This includes developing, configuring, maintaining, supporting and optimizing all new and existing network hardware, software and communication links. This role is also responsible for telephony, storage, security and other electronic infrastructure.Main Duties and responsibilities:Develop and maintain the College's IT systems to ensure maximum availability, access and efficiency.Assist in implementing and developing Virtual Reality and other forward thinking technologies into the college infrastructure.Ensure the College network is operational during agreed access hours.Carrying out routine network management tasks including daily backups, anti-virus checking and other housekeeping tasks.Develop, implement and maintain policies, procedures and network diagrams.Management of the College virtual infrastructure.Assess, approve and administer all, network hardware and software upgrades.Train junior members of the team where skill gaps are identified. The successful applicant will be required to design, implement, administer and maintain:Virtualised environmentsHP Blade Chassis and SAN storage.VoIP services.Microsoft Windows Servers, Active Directory, Exchange and related technologiesInternet Services, including DNS, Mail, Web and related systems. The Candidate:Excellent knowledge of current protocols and standards, including Active Directory, Group. Policies, MS Exchange, Core switching and routing, Virtualisation, Business continuity and Disaster Recovery.Significant knowledge and experience of web technologies, IIS, SQLKnowledge and/or competencies of health and safety as relevant to the post and a commitment to safeguarding the health and safety of learners and othersLevel 2 qualification (GCSE A* - C, or equivalent) in maths and English or a willingness to attain these qualifications with the support of the College.This post is subject to an enhanced DBS check.The College is an equal opportunities employer and positively encourages applications from all sections of the community.The College is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and expects all staff to share this commitment.Please click on the APPLY button where you'll be redirected to the college's careers page.Please note: Only application forms will be acceptedCandidates with the experience or relevant job titles of; Senior IT Technical Support, IT Systems Engineer, IT Systems Technician, Senior IT Engineer, Systems Administrator, Systems Support, 2nd and 3rd Line Support Engineer, Senior Network Support, Server Support Technician, Helpdesk Support, Senior IT Service Desk Technician, Software Engineer, Senior Helpdesk Support Technician, SQL, Oracle and Fault Desk Engineer may also be considered for this role