Senior Systems Engineer – Datacentre – Milton Keynes.

We are seeking an enthusiastic Senior Systems Engineer within our client's data centre in Milton Keynes. This role is directly responsible for monitoring the infrastructure, maintaining operational/service levels, and assisting with planning the roadmap for projects related to our IT infrastructure.

You will be hands on, with knowledge and experience in the following areas…  

Key Responsibilities:

• Responsible for ensuring smooth running of the global server and network environments
• Oversee and coordinate, maintenance and support of the server, storage and networking equipment, and action where needed
• Be the escalation point and senior technical resource for any systems related issues and projects
• Perform on-site and remote technical support and system administration of various server architecture, and networking architecture
• Assist in the planning, design, documentation, and implementation of various projects to include servers, network equipment, and software applications.

Ideally with the following skillset:

• Minimum 4 years in a similar role, with minimum of 2 years as a senior resource or team leader
• Experience working with server and storage hardware (rack mount servers, SAN, direct attached storage, etc)
• Networking skills in administering and maintaining switches, routers and firewalls
• Deep understanding of switching and routing protocols (TCP/IP, BGP, RIP, OSPF, GLBP, HSRP, etc)
• Windows Server administration (2012R2 and later)
• Linux operating system administration
• Active Directory configuration and administration
• Exchange Server administration
• Hyper-V, VMware and KVM administration
• SQL Server installation and configuration
• Exposure to AWS a distinct advantage

Salary on offer up to £55k plus package with free onsite parking in Milton Keynes. Please Apply Now.