IT Support Engineer Remote
Job description
Description
This position operates on a shift basis and involves providing systems administration support to end users of the biometric Services. The Service Desk function is responsible for Access, Event, Incident, Request and Problem Management activities.
Responsibilities:
To keep the programme system operational by:
Performing system administration tasks as defined by the Operating Procedures
Routinely monitoring the system using the software and hardware tools provided
Responding appropriately to errors or faults as notified
Maintaining information regarding programme system activities so as to be able to respond to enquiries.
2. To help resolve fault calls by:
Providing assistance and initial information to callers
Identifying and resolving common problems
Documenting solutions
Adhering escalation/elevation processes and procedures
Timely and accurate inputting of data into the call logging system
Ensuring that Incidents and Service Requests requiring further help are referred to the appropriate agency e.g. 2nd Line Systems Administrators, the Operations Support Group or SCC, etc.
3. To adhere to the Leidos customer care policy
To abide by the Leidos protocols To promote the success of the programme and Leidos Innovations The role is shift based, 4 days on / off pattern
4 day shifts 07:30 to 20:00 hours
4 late shifts 13:00 to 01:30 hours
4 night shifts 19:30 to 08:00 hours
To contribute to the planning and development of the overall service. To undertake duties of a similar level and nature elsewhere in Leidos if necessary to ensure that customer needs are met. Monitoring of Common Platform,PRTG & MPS Service Alerts OOH
Experience Required:
Experience providing system administration to company / mission critical IT systems and the ability to contribute to their further development.
Commitment to an ethos of superior service and the ability to work effectively whilst under pressure.
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills in order to meet the needs of a wide range of external and internal service clients and to develop effective working relationships within Leidos, bith oral and written.
Solid IT troubleshooting skills in order to deal with a wide range of different processes and systems, with the ability to understand a problem by breaking it down systematically into its component parts.
Commitment to working as a member of a team which responds flexibly to changing pressures and demands.
An active interest in the development of the Service Desk function and its contribution to the SATURN project as a whole.
Ability to work under pressure to tight timescales
Proven ability to prioritise and organise a large busy workload, planning activities for self and others in a fast-paced environment.
Ability to work in the required environment including a satisfactory security clearance (SC + NPPV3).
Skillset Required:
Unix
Linux
Microsoft Windows
Bespoke Identification software
Oracle databases
SQL
Netbackup
LANDesk call logging and Service Management tool set
ServiceNow call logging
In possession of SC & NPPV3 security clearance, or able to gain
ITIL Fundamentals in best practise would be advantagous
Location: Hybrid of Hendon or Coventry and remote
Essential
British - Non-dual national – many of our projects have nationality restrictions.
SC cleared – Candidates should have or be willing to undergo SC, and if required, DV clearance.
Eligible for Non-personnel Police Vetting level 3 standard (NPPV3)
What do we do for you?
At Leidos we are PASSIONATE about customer success, UNITED as a team and INSPIRED to make a difference. We offer meaningful and engaging careers, a collaborative culture, and support for your career goals, all while nurturing a healthy work-life balance.
We provide an employment package that attracts, develops, and retains only the best in talent. Our reward scheme includes:
Contributory Pension Scheme
Private Medical Insurance
33 days Annual Leave (including public and privilege holidays)
Access to Flexible benefits (including life assurance, health schemes, gym memberships, annual buy and sell holidays, and a cycle to work scheme)
Dynamic Working: https://www.leidos.com/sites/g/files/zoouby166/files/2019-11/PDF-Dynamic-Working-Leidos-UK.pdf
Commitment to Diversity:
We welcome applications from every part of the community and are committed to a truly diverse and inclusive culture. We foster a sense of belonging, welcoming all perspectives and contributions, and providing equal access to opportunities and resources for everyone.
If you have a disability or need any reasonable adjustments during the application and selection stages, please let us know, and we will respond in a way that best fits your needs.
Who We Are:
Leidos UK & EUROPE – we work to make the world safer, healthier, and more efficient through technology, engineering, and science.
https://www.leidos.com/company/global/uk-europe
Leidos is a growing company delivering innovative technology and solutions focused on safeguarding critical capabilities and transformation in frontline services, our work in the United Kingdom includes addressing some of the most complex problems in defence, healthcare, government, safety and security, and transportation.
What Makes Us Different:
Purpose: you can use your passion and abilities at Leidos to keep the people you care about safe. We are at the forefront of machine learning, AI, cyber security, and solutions. Using your skills in the technology frontline by helping to build a safer world. You can inspire change.
Collaboration: having flexibility to do your job is one of our core benefits, enabling you to become part of our extraordinary team. We have been empowering our people to work flexibly for years. Whether you work from home, the office or on customer sites, we will give you the digital tools and the flexibility to work smarter and align your needs and ours.
People: Leidos empowers people from every background to be themselves and gives you the tools to learn new skills by enabling growth whilst developing. We believe that extraordinary people need opportunities to grow, to be inspired and to inspire others. At Leidos, we invest in technical academies, career rotations and a career development plan that enhance your future.
Pay Range:
The Leidos pay range for this job level is a general guideline only and not a guarantee of compensation or salary. Additional factors considered in extending an offer include (but are not limited to) responsibilities of the job, education, experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities, as well as internal equity, alignment with market data, applicable bargaining agreement (if any), or other law.
