Are you looking for a rewarding career where you can make a difference? Do you want a job where no two days are the same? Do you have a degree in IT, Digital or Cyber?
We are looking for talented forward-thinking graduates to help us further develop and strengthen our IT & Digital service.
The role
You’ll be a valued member of a dynamic IT Technology Delivery team, working alongside IT professionals who deal with a myriad of interesting challenges, project and tasks on a daily basis - no two days are the same! You will learn how an enterprise IT infrastructure hangs together and how it provides critical and essential services to our staff and the citizens of Leicestershire.
You’ll work with other IT technicians who will show you the ropes, but you will also learn how what it takes to support a customer base of over 5000 IT enabled staff, who we serve on a daily basis.
The Assistant Technical Specialist will be involved in supporting, maintaining, and configuring core IT infrastructure including networks, servers, cloud platforms, and end-user computing environments to ensure system reliability, performance and security. The role involves hands-on experience with enterprise technologies and collaboration within technical teams.
About you
To apply for this post, you must:
- Have secured an NVQ level 6, degree or equivalent qualification in the Information Technology, Digital or Cyber Security field in the last 2 years
- Have undertaken a placement year in industry, predominately in an IT, Digital or Cyber Security discipline.
- Be a good problem solver and be able to undertake a task or project on your own and within a team
- Have an understanding of IT Service Management concepts
- Be keen to learn new skills, focus on personal development and adopt new ways of working
- Have experience of writing technical & non-technical reports
- Have a strong customer focus, and good customer care skills
A career which supports your values
You will be creative, innovative, and make a difference to people’s lives. We are proud of our culture and support our employees.
Drive your career
- Annual investment in your learning and career development
- Flexible working hours – the way we work brings out the best in you and your team
- Flexible location – with a blend of working remotely, from home or in the office
- Technology – the right kit to suit your role
Interested in flexible working?
We are open to discussions about flexible working, which may include part time working, job sharing, term-time working, flexible start and finish times, and hybrid working, depending on the requirements of the role and the service.
