System Support Specialist - Wokingham, United Kingdom - National Grid

National Grid

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Wokingham, United Kingdom

3 weeks ago

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Tom O´Connor

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Description

System Support Specialist:

Location:

Wokingham, GB, RG41 5BN- Division: Global Security- Job Type:

Requisition Number: Department: IT
Job Function: Network Control
What you'll do:

We are looking for an experienced System Support Specialist to provide first line technical support within an on-premise, multi-site network.

You will be supporting both the system engineers and field technicians in troubleshooting and maintaining the computer systems that support the many specialist security products in use within the network, as well as proactively monitoring logs and alerts to reduce potential technical failures.

You will be responsible for the support and maintenance of the installed security systems across multiple locations and assisting technology partners on best practice and suitable configuration for both hardware and software installations.

As part of the role you'll follow defined processes and assist in communicating with and informing site stakeholders in the correct use of the systems.

We are passionate about working towards a carbon-neutral future and we really need strong talent to help drive this purpose and be at the heart of a clean, fair and affordable energy future Join us to accelerate the development of our #netzerofuture

What you'll need:

You will be a skilled multi-tasker with a keen eye for detail that thrives in a fast-paced work environment. You will need to have working experience and knowledge of Windows family of operating systems and networking. You should have a strong level of knowledge of Active Directory, Hyper V, Group Policy and DNS. You must also possess good communication skills and a thorough understanding of troubleshooting methodologies.

We are also looking for the following skills and Experience:

Experience in supporting Active Directory implementations over multiple geographical locations with bandwidth limitations
Windows Server Core installations and management via command line and Powershell
Experience in managing and troubleshooting Group Policy Objects, including software deployment, desktop security and Group Policy Preferences
Experience in virtualisation using Hyper V and Failover Clustering
Be certified or working towards an appropriate certification in Windows Server/Client, networking or security e.g. CompTIA A+/N+/Sec+ or MCSA Server Infrastructure
An overall awareness of network infrastructure and cyber security principles, as well as working with live mission critical systems
Understanding of firewalls and security platforms such as FireEye, SolarWinds, Tanium

What we can offer:

A competitive salary between £35,000 £42,000 dependent on capability plus 26% shift allowance
Annual Performance Bonus
25 days annual leave (increasing to 26 days after 2 years) plus 8 bank holidays
A competitive contributory pension scheme where we will double match your contribution to a maximum company contribution of 12%, giving a total of 18% to your pension pot
Life Insurance at 10 times basic salary
Access to a number of flexible benefits such as a share incentive plan, salary sacrifice car and technology schemes, support via employee assistance lines and matched charity giving to name a few

About us:

National Grid lies at the heart of a transforming energy system.

More Information:

Location:
Reading RG6

Grade:
L5 Operations & Engineering Job Family
Global IT /Permanent

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