Job summary
We have a fantastic job opportunity for a Server and Network Analyst to assist the Network Assurance Lead and Senior Enterprise Infrastructure Architect in providing specialist technical advice, assurance, and expertise to ensure the Trust ICT Programme goals are met.
You will be expected to have experience of working in complex integrated architectures with evidence of being the subject matter expert in technical areas on a number of complex large-scale projects.
The work is varied and will require someone with confidence and the ability to think on their feet. This is a very busy and demanding role.Working hours are 9:00 to 17:00 or 08:00 - 16:00.
Main duties of the job
To be successful in this role you will have excellent analytical and communication skills, to understand complex technical solutions and explain them to a non-technical audience.
You must have a technical background with experience in delivering 2nd level IT support across multiple platforms including Windows desktops, servers, networking and telephony infrastructure.
You will also be proficient in identifying and documenting technical requirements for a particular IT solution.
Familiarity with network management tools and systems will be an advantage as the role includes monitoring the health of the Trust's ICT assets and working with our partners to rectify any problems.
About us
With a new hospital planned for Watford and work underway to update theatres at St Albans City Hospital, this is an exciting time to join us.
We are building on the success of our award-winning virtual hospital and re-imaging models of care, working ever more closely with partners and making the most of advances in digital healthcare.
Staff wellbeing and development are a priority at our Trust, as is the role of innovation in improving clinical care, outcomes and patient experience.
Our vision is Excellent patient care, together and our values are to be empowered, compassionate, professional and inclusive. They capture an important balance across what we must all do as individuals and to support others.
At West Herts we offer a variety of flexible working options as we recognise the importance of a good work life balance and the ability to work flexibly.
We kindly invite you to consider submitting an application.
If you have a disability or long-term health condition and should you require support or guidance please contact westherts.recruitment@nhs.net
If you are a Service Leaver, Veteran, Military Reserve, Cadet Force Adult Volunteer, or partner/spouse of those serving please tick "Member of the Armed Forces Community" on the application form.
We reserve the right to close this advert early due to the volume of applicants.
If you do not hear back within 3 weeks of your application, please assume you have been unsuccessful on this occasion.
Job description
Job responsibilities
- Assist the Network Assurance Lead and / or Senior Enterprise Infrastructure Architect in providing specialist technical advice, assurance, and expertise to ensure the Trust ICT Programme goals are met.
- Infrastructure Development and Project Support. Supporting project team to articulate user requirements to suppliers and providing technical evaluations of solutions.
- Technical Assurance, Documentation and Testing.
- Monitor health of Trust ICT assets, coordinate corrective actions and reporting.
Job description
Job responsibilities
- Assist the Network Assurance Lead and / or Senior Enterprise Infrastructure Architect in providing specialist technical advice, assurance, and expertise to ensure the Trust ICT Programme goals are met.
- Infrastructure Development and Project Support. Supporting project team to articulate user requirements to suppliers and providing technical evaluations of solutions.
- Technical Assurance, Documentation and Testing.
- Monitor health of Trust ICT assets, coordinate corrective actions and reporting.
Person Specification
Education and qualifications
Essential
- Level 5 or above qualifications in management of information systems, computer science
- Or closely related field CompTIA A+
- Or Network+ certification or equivalent.
Desirable
- Microsoft Certified Technology Specialist (MCTS) Cisco Certified Network Associate (CCNA) accreditation ITIL.
- Foundation certificate in IT Service Management.
Knowledge
Essential
- Broad knowledge of the theory, principles and design of information systems, data management and, network topologies and system testing.
- Working knowledge of Microsoft Active Directory, DNS, VLANs, DHCP, net switches, routers, proxies and firewalls.
- Working knowledge of Microsoft technologies, LAN/MAN/WAN.
- Network design and deployments including DNS, DHCP and Active Directory technologies.
Desirable
- Working knowledge of virtual and storage technologies.
- Working knowledge of system testing methodologies.
- Have strong knowledge of the latest IT systems, legislation and best practice.
Experience
Essential
- Hands on delivery of technical experience with responsibility for second level support.
- Evidence of identifying and documenting technical functional requirements for a particular IT solution.
- Proven ability to produce succinct written information of a high quality that clearly sets out key issues, options, actions and recommendations.
Desirable
- Evidence of the application of failure mode event analysis (FMEA) to a supplier solution and raising issues appropriately.
- Experience of performing systems analysis, systems integration and deployment.
Person Specification
Education and qualifications
Essential
- Level 5 or above qualifications in management of information systems, computer science
- Or closely related field CompTIA A+
- Or Network+ certification or equivalent.
Desirable
- Microsoft Certified Technology Specialist (MCTS) Cisco Certified Network Associate (CCNA) accreditation ITIL.
- Foundation certificate in IT Service Management.
Knowledge
Essential
- Broad knowledge of the theory, principles and design of information systems, data management and, network topologies and system testing.
- Working knowledge of Microsoft Active Directory, DNS, VLANs, DHCP, net switches, routers, proxies and firewalls.
- Working knowledge of Microsoft technologies, LAN/MAN/WAN.
- Network design and deployments including DNS, DHCP and Active Directory technologies.
Desirable
- Working knowledge of virtual and storage technologies.
- Working knowledge of system testing methodologies.
- Have strong knowledge of the latest IT systems, legislation and best practice.
Experience
Essential
- Hands on delivery of technical experience with responsibility for second level support.
- Evidence of identifying and documenting technical functional requirements for a particular IT solution.
- Proven ability to produce succinct written information of a high quality that clearly sets out key issues, options, actions and recommendations.
Desirable
- Evidence of the application of failure mode event analysis (FMEA) to a supplier solution and raising issues appropriately.
- Experience of performing systems analysis, systems integration and deployment.
Disclosure and Barring Service Check
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.
Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).
From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).
Additional information
Disclosure and Barring Service Check
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.
Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).
From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).
