Platforms and Services Analyst

We are a world class research-intensive university. We deliver teaching and learning of the highest quality. We play a leading role in economic, social and cultural development of the North East of England. Attracting and retaining high-calibre people is fundamental to our continued success.

The Role
Over the last 18 months, we have reimagined the way we deliver our University IT Services, building a world-class IT department responsive to the needs of our global community. We're growing significantly and we've created new opportunities and made changes to how we work. Our people have been at the centre of this change, with a particular focus on development and opportunities to learn new skills.

A successful candidate will have demonstrable hands-on experience supporting Microsoft technologies including:

• Active Directory
• Azure Active Directory
• MSSQL
• IIS
• Azure Web Apps
• Windows Server
• PowerShell

Experience working with enterprise storage and backup technologies including Veeam and Dell EMC PowerScale is desirable.

You will be responsible for implementing the IT roadmap to ensure systems and services are supported throughout their lifecycle, working closely with the University Cyber Security team to ensure systems and services adhere to Cyber Essentials. On occasion you will be asked to act as the subject matter expert to projects requiring your expertise.

The University is an exciting and dynamic place to work, dedicated to world-leading education and research. Benefits include excellent pension; flexible working options; 42 days holiday (including public holidays); discounted travel for the Metro and local bus services; and discounts for national retailers. You can find out more on our benefits web page.

We are committed to building and maintaining a fair and inclusive working environment and we would be happy to discuss arrangements for flexible and/or blended working.

Informal enquiries may be made to Mark Skeldon, Mark.Skeldon@newcastle.ac.uk.

Qualifications

• A relevant technical qualification (degree equivalent) or equivalent technical experience.

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