About the job
Onsite IT Technical Support Engineer
Client Site-Based - Brighton | Permanent | Microsoft Technology Focus
Join Focus Group as an Onsite IT Technical Support Engineer, where your expertise will be crucial in enhancing client success. Unlike traditional IT roles confined to desk work, this position places you at the forefront of technical challenges, ensuring smooth operations and preventing issues before they arise.
As a rapidly expanding Microsoft partner with a dynamic team of over 1,300 professionals, Focus Group is dedicated to delivering top-notch IT services to ambitious organizations. In this pivotal role, you will be responsible for maintaining technical excellence at a key client site, directly influencing their operational success.
Unique Aspects of This Position
This is not just a reactive role; it’s a strategic opportunity that allows you to combine hands-on problem-solving with service enhancement initiatives. You will act as the on-site technical authority, managing complex incidents, conducting health checks, mentoring peers, and implementing automation solutions.
Your Responsibilities:
- Independently manage and resolve first and second line support tickets with accountability
- Address escalated incidents requiring advanced troubleshooting and root cause analysis
- Navigate intricate technical challenges involving Microsoft 365, Azure AD, Intune, Windows environments, and network infrastructures
- Monitor and respond to security alerts from EDR/XDR, email security, and vulnerability management platforms
- Perform proactive health checks assessing backups, security monitoring, patch compliance, and system performance
- Collaborate with vendors on complex issues while keeping all stakeholders informed
- Support strategic client projects, including migrations, deployments, and infrastructure enhancements
- Develop a knowledge repository to strengthen the entire team
- Identify opportunities for service improvement and automation proactively
- Mentor fellow engineers and share your technical wisdom generously
What You Bring:
Core Technical Skills:
- Advanced troubleshooting capabilities for Windows 10/11 and Windows Server (2016/2019/2022)
- In-depth knowledge of Microsoft 365 administration, including Exchange Online, SharePoint, Teams, and OneDrive
- Strong experience with Azure Active Directory/Entra ID, focusing on conditional access, MFA, and hybrid identity management
- Hands-on experience with Microsoft Intune/Endpoint Manager for device and application management
- Proficiency in PowerShell scripting for automation and troubleshooting
- Experience with modern backup solutions such as Veeam or Azure Backup
- Solid grasp of networking fundamentals including DNS, DHCP, VLANs, VPN, and firewall configurations
