Location: Derby - Hybrid

Contract: Full-time (37.5 hours a week)

Salary: Dependant on experience

If you're passionate about server virtualisation, Microsoft 365, Azure, and networking technologies, then this could be the perfect fit for you!

You'll be diving into planning, designing, and implementing cutting-edge server virtualisation solutions using the latest technologies. You'll also get to configure and manage Microsoft 365 applications such as Exchange Online, SharePoint, Teams, and OneDrive, while deploying and managing Azure services like virtual machines, storage, networking, and security solutions.

But that's not all! You'll be designing, implementing, and troubleshooting network infrastructure, collaborating with clients to understand their technical requirements, and providing tailored solutions to meet their business objectives. Plus, you'll be staying updated on emerging technologies and industry trends to continuously improve service offerings.

If you have a minimum of 5 years of experience in IT infrastructure projects and field engineering roles, proficiency in server virtualization technologies like VMware vSphere or Microsoft Hyper-V, extensive experience with Microsoft 365 administration and configuration, as well as knowledge of Azure services and deployment best practices, then you might just be the perfect fit for this role!

So, if you're ready to bring your expertise to the table, collaborate with an amazing team, and have a blast doing what you love, this could be the opportunity for you.

Responsibilities:

• Plan, design, and implement server virtualisation solutions using industry-leading technologies.
• Configure and manage Microsoft 365 applications, including Exchange Online, SharePoint, Teams, and OneDrive.
• Deploy and manage Azure services, such as virtual machines, storage, networking, and security solutions.
• Design, implement, and troubleshoot network infrastructure, including routers, switches, firewalls, and VPNs.
• Perform system upgrades, migrations, and installations with minimal disruption to client operations.
• Collaborate with clients to understand their technical requirements and provide tailored solutions to meet their business objectives.
• Conduct comprehensive assessments of existing IT environments and recommend improvements or optimisations.
• Develop and maintain technical documentation, including network diagrams, configuration guides, and standard operating procedures.
• Provide guidance and mentoring to junior engineers and support staff.
• Stay updated on emerging technologies and industry trends to continuously improve service offerings.

Requirements:

• Minimum of 5 years of experience in IT infrastructure projects and field engineering roles.
• Proficiency in server virtualisation technologies, such as VMware vSphere or Microsoft Hyper-V.
• Extensive experience with Microsoft 365 administration and configuration.
• Knowledge of Azure services and deployment best practices.
• In-depth understanding of networking principles and protocols, including TCP/IP, DNS, DHCP, VLANs, and routing.
• Proven ability to troubleshoot complex technical issues and implement effective solutions.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to effectively interact with clients and team members.
• Vendor certifications such as Microsoft, VMware, or equivalent are preferred.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced environment, managing multiple projects simultaneously.

Why PKF Infuse?

We are a Midlands-based IT managed service provider delivering specialist IT support, from business continuity and crisis planning to managing IT infrastructure and paperless offices. We also provide clients with the highest level of cybersecurity support, implementing practical solutions to protect against cyber-attacks.

Our team’s over 20 years of expertise means we’re well versed in worrying about the technical details, allowing you to focus on your business and do what you do best.

We consider ourselves a true partner to our customers – always on hand to offer advice, implement technological and system changes and get you back online whenever you need us. Gone are the days of just ‘turning it off and on again’, with us you can sleep easy in the knowledge that you will receive straightforward IT solutions that continue to keep your business moving.

Our values

• We know our clients;
• We are friendly, honest, helpful and courteous;
• We assist wherever possible at all times;
• We will always provide you with the best advice for now and for the future;
• You will always be entirely satisfied with all aspects of our communication.

Our benefits

• A working environment that empowers you to perform at your best, through our flexible working policy and dress for your diary scheme.
• Time to do what matters to you – 25 days annual leave plus statutory bank holidays, the option to reduce annual hours for additional annual leave, and your birthday off, on us.
• Life doesn’t stop at the end of the working day and neither do our benefits. We also offer life assurance, discounts on a huge variety of retailers through our partnership with the PKF Smith Cooper Rewards Scheme, and cashback on healthcare (including dental visits, physiotherapy etc) through Healthshield.

How to apply?

Apply now if you believe you have what we are looking for! Even if you do not tick 100% of the boxes, we would encourage you to apply. To do so, please upload a copy of your CV and a covering letter to our job portal.

Should you have any questions, please contact a member of the HR team - email recruitment@pkfsmithcooper.com or call 01332 332021.

Please note that whilst we welcome and encourage individuals of all backgrounds to apply for our vacancies, we are unfortunately unable to accept applications from candidates requiring a visa to work in the UK.

Please no agencies unless we have contacted you directly.