MPS Technician

Nextlink is looking for an experienced MPS Technician. The site is small and you will work with 4 other IT staff. Under the direction of CSE Yeovilton Head the incumbent will perform duties such as the following:

• Manage multiple VMware vCenter & ESXi servers
• Manage Windows Servers, AD, DNS, DHCP
• Basic maintenance of Switches and Firewalls
• Maintain Infodas SGWX diode
• Maintain GPS Time Server
• Install and maintain multiple server and client software applications
• Maintain Bespoke Server application TEPA and its database
• Maintain SofttrosLanManager messaging
• Renewing certificates
• Managing VIASAT encrypted drives
• Loading Keymat to TCE621M devices
• Escorting and assisting 3rd level engineers
• Assist with testing and verification of new systems
• Assist with VEEAM Backup
• Supporting local ServiceDesk
• Maintaining documentation on assigned systems
• Support to VDI maintenance, and thin clients
• Print server support.
• Assist with EPO DLP
• Install Sharepoint and SQL server patches. Performs other duties as may be required

Requirements Description

REQUIRED SKILLS

• Vocational training at middle level in a relevant discipline, or equivalent, or Diploma of secondary education in IT System Administration with 5 years of experience.
• Extensive Windows Server Administration experience
• Intermediate Network maintenance and configuration experience
• Advanced Workstation System Administration experience
• Significant IT Service Desk Support experience
• Experience working on multiple IT systems simultaneously in a fast moving dynamic environment, while being able to react quickly to user needs.

Bonus Skills

• Knowledge of NATO IT Security Policies, Directives & Guidance
• Prior experience of working in an international environment comprising both military and civilian
• elements
• Knowledge of NATO responsibilities and organization.
• ITIL v3 Foundation

Specific experience with the following

TCE621, VIASAT drives, VEEAM Backup, Infodas SGWX, Active Directory, DNS, DHCP, VMware vCenter, DELL Switches, Trellix EPO, SQL Server, Sharepoint Server, SoftrosLanManager, PKI Certificate renewal process, Horizon View.