IT Infrastructure & Systems Engineer

Red King Resourcing
Gu112Hd, GU11 2HD, United Kingdom
Last month
£50,000 – £60,000 pa

Salary

£50,000 – £60,000 pa

Job Type
Permanent
Seniority
Mid
Education
Degree
Posted
21 Apr 2026 (Last month)

My Client is urgently recruiting for a versatile IT professional with strong experience across networking, systems administration, and customer support. This role requires a hands-on individual capable of managing end-to-end infrastructure, from network configuration and security to server deployment and troubleshooting.

Key Responsibilities:

Configure, maintain, and troubleshoot network infrastructure (switches, routers, VLANs, etc.) Install and manage firewalls, ensuring security best practices are followed Deploy and administer virtual environments using VMware ESXi Build, configure, and support Windows desktop environments Install, configure, and maintain Windows Server systems Diagnose and resolve network, hardware, and operating system issues Monitor system performance and ensure high availability of IT services Provide technical support to customers, both remotely and on-site Communicate effectively with clients to understand and resolve technical issues

Key Skills & Experience:

Strong knowledge of networking fundamentals (TCP/IP, DNS, DHCP, VPNs) Experience with firewall configuration and network security Hands-on experience with VMware ESXi or similar virtualization platforms Solid understanding of Windows OS (desktop and server) Excellent troubleshooting and problem-solving skills Ability to manage multiple tasks and work independently Strong customer-facing and communication skills

Desirable:

Experience with backup solutions and disaster recovery Familiarity with cloud platforms (e.g., Azure, AWS) Relevant certifications (e.g., Microsoft, VMware, Cisco)

Personal Attributes:

Proactive and adaptable

Customer-focused mindset

Strong attention to detail

Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines

This role will be 2/3 days on site in Farnborough, the rest from home, if you feel you have the skills and experience, please send an up to date CV for an immediate response for more information on a fantastic opportunity with a great Client.

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