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TITLE OF POST: Support Technician

LOCATION: LoughTec Ltd

RESPONSIBLE TO: Technical Director
 

MAIN PURPOSE OF JOB:

To help determine customer needs; to install, maintain, operate, and configure computer hardware and software both internally and on customer sites; and to provide a variety of technical duties as required.

Employees within this area are expected to work independently and use their own initiative. They perform the full range of duties required in providing solutions to our customer base. This includes evaluating customer needs, installing new computers and software, and troubleshooting computer problems.  Employees at this level receive only occasional instruction or assistance as new or unusual situations arise and are fully aware of the operating procedures and policies of the company.  They are expected to keep abreast of developments within the IT industry and are involved in the evaluation of relevant new technologies as they become available.

Main Duties and Responsibilities: Essential duties may include, but are not limited to, the following:

• Installation and configuration of software on network servers and PCs at customer premises. It is anticipated that much of this work will involve Remote Desktop Services, Windows, and Cybersecurity solutions, although a variety of other software will also be involved from time to time.
• Installation of desktop, server, network and communications systems at customer premises.
• Installation of LoughTec Cybersecurity systems.
• Provision of technical support, by telephone and at customer premises working with computer users to resolve problems and answer questions on a variety of hardware components and software programs.
• The planning, design and project management of new installations.
• The planning, specification and evaluation of technical projects.
• Assistance with the preparation and maintenance of a technical information knowledge base for use by the company and by other authorised external users.
• Maintain all documentation, relating to both internal and external customer projects, up-to-date and accessible internally.
• Troubleshooting system problems on customer sites, including the documentation of solutions for common problems.

Please note that this job description is subject to ongoing review as new demands and best working practices are considered, agreed and implemented.

ESSENTIAL CRITERIA

Experience and Knowledge:

• Experience of installing, configuring & supporting Windows 2016, 2019, 2022 Server
• Experience of installing, configuring & supporting Windows 10/11
• Experience of installing, configuring & supporting HYPERV, VMWARE
• Experience of installing, configuring & supporting MS 365, Azure, Intune, SharePoint
• Experience of cyber security systems and knowledge of the products currently available.
• A sound knowledge of networking principles.
• Experience of installing, configuring & supporting security devices.
   

Education and Qualifications:

• 3yrs+ Experience within the information and computer industry.
• Driving Licence, access to a vehicle and insurance that covers business travel.

Interpersonal Skills:

• A high level of self-motivation together with a willingness to learn new skills.
• A flexible and enthusiastic approach to the job.
• Good problem solving and decision-making skills.
• Can demonstrate exceptional levels of customer service and care.
• Good communication, organisation and presentation skills including the ability to write clear and concise notes.
• Strong time management and coordination skills.

Additional Information

Training
Internal training on products and services will be provided. However, staff are also expected to be consistently keeping abreast of new developments, which would impact on his/her areas of responsibility.

Bonus Schemes:                                                                      

Company Rewards scheme that staff can use to purchase prizes.

There is an end of year staff bonus.

There is a further staff bonus if the company achieves its annual target figures.

Everyone gets their Birthday off as a paid day.

Travel:                                                                                       

Mileage is claimed at 33p per mile for site visits.

Hours of Work:                                                                        
Your normal working hours will be Monday to Friday, 9.00am to 5:00pm.

Death in Service:                                                                     
Death in service cover will be arranged @ 2 x annual salary.

Health Insurance:                                                                   
Health plan is available to all employees.

Work From Home:

LoughTec provides a hybrid working environment with WFH available, when required.

Loughtec Ltd is an Equal Opportunities Employer.

Job Description

TITLE OF POST: Network Engineer

LOCATION: LoughTec Ltd 

RESPONSIBLE TO: Technical Director 

Position Summary: 
We are seeking a highly skilled and proactive Network Engineer to join our dynamic security team. The successful candidate will be responsible for designing, implementing, managing, and troubleshooting network infrastructure to ensure optimal performance, security, and scalability. The role requires expertise in network protocols, security configurations, cloud networking, and automation.
 

Key Responsibilities:

Network Design & Implementation: 

• Design and deploy LAN, WAN, WLAN, and VPN solutions. 
• Configure and maintain routers, switches, firewalls, and load balancers (Cisco, Ubiquiti, Fortinet, etc.). 
• Optimize network architecture for high availability, redundancy, and scalability. 
   

Network Operations & Troubleshooting:  
Monitor and maintain network performance using NMS tools (e.g., SolarWinds, PRTG, Nagios). 

• Diagnose and resolve complex network issues, outages, and security incidents. 
• Conduct capacity planning and recommend hardware/software upgrades. 
   

Security & Compliance: 

• Implement and manage network security policies, firewalls, and intrusion detection systems (IDS/IPS). 
• Perform vulnerability assessments and network penetration testing. 
• Ensure compliance with ISO 27001, GDPR, SOC 2, and other industry standards. 
   

Cloud & Virtualization Networking: 

• Manage cloud networking (AWS, Azure, Google Cloud) including VPCs, peering, and hybrid connectivity. 
• Implement SD-WAN and cloud-based firewall solutions. 
• Work with DevOps and automation teams to integrate Infrastructure as Code (IaC) solutions. 
   

Collaboration & Documentation: 

• Work closely with cross-functional teams, including DevOps, Security, and System Administrators. 
• Document network designs, configurations, and troubleshooting procedures. 
• Provide technical training and mentorship to junior engineers and IT staff.

Skills and Qualities Required: (Essential Criteria - 3 Sections)

Essential: 

✔ IT, or related field (or equivalent work experience). 

✔ 3-5+ years of hands-on experience in network engineering or administration. 

✔ Strong knowledge of TCP/IP, DNS, DHCP, BGP, OSPF, VLANs, MPLS. 

✔ Experience with Cisco, c, Fortinet, Palo Alto, or equivalent network hardware. 

✔ Proficiency in network monitoring and troubleshooting tools (Wireshark, SNMP, etc.). 

✔ Knowledge of firewall rules, VPNs, and security best practices. 

✔ Experience with cloud networking (AWS, Azure, Google Cloud).

Desirable: 

➕ Industry certifications (e.g., CCNA, CCNP, JNCIA, JNCIS, AWS Certified Advanced Networking). 

➕ Experience with SD-WAN, Zero Trust Networking, IPv6. 

➕ Knowledge of VoIP, QoS, SIP, and network telephony solutions. 

➕ Experience working in high-availability or enterprise environments. 

➕ Familiarity with automation tools (Ansible, Terraform, Python scripting). 

If you are passionate about networking and want to work in a cutting-edge IT environment, we would love to hear from you! Please send your resume and cover letter. 

Please note that this job description is subject to ongoing review as new demands and best working practices are considered, agreed and implemented.

Additional Information

Training 
Internal training on products and services will be provided. However, staff are also expected to be consistently keeping abreast of new developments, which would impact on his/her areas of responsibility. 

Bonus Schemes:        

Company Rewards scheme that staff can use to purchase prizes. 

There is an end of year staff bonus. 

There is a further staff bonus if the company achieves its annual target figures. 

Everyone gets their Birthday off as a paid day. 

Travel:

Mileage is claimed at 33p per mile for site visits. 

Hours of Work:             
Your normal working hours will be Monday to Friday, 9.00am to 5:00pm.  

Death in Service:        
Death in service cover will be arranged @ 2 x annual salary. 

Health Insurance:      
Health plan is available to all employees. 

Work From Home:

LoughTec provides a hybrid working environment with WFH available, when required. 

Salary Sacrifice Electric Car Scheme:

LoughTec has an Electric Car Scheme available.