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Job Title: IT Engineer
Location: Fully Onsite- Ipswich Based
Salary: Up to £60,000 per annum- DOE
Contract Type: 12-Month Agency Contract
Language Requirement: Mandarin & English

About the Role
We're recruiting on behalf of our client for a skilled IT Engineer to join their team on a 12-month agency contract. This is a fully onsite role supporting a complex global IT environment, with a focus on infrastructure, security, and responsive user support.

As part of a highly technical environment, you'll work closely with teams all over the business. This is an ideal opportunity for someone experienced in enterprise IT who thrives in a structured, hands-on role.

Key Responsibilities

Maintain and support cloud and on-premise IT infrastructure

Design and manage secure hybrid cloud systems

Troubleshoot network and server issues across global environments

Configure and manage MPLS, VPN, LAN/WAN, wireless networks, and firewalls

Deploy and maintain Windows/Linux servers, virtualisation platforms (VMware/Hyper-V), backup systems, and VoIP

Manage endpoint protection, patch management, encryption, and 2FA

Provide IT support for employees onsite and remotely, including onboarding and training

Maintain production IT equipment, CCTV, access control, and video conferencing systems

Participate in scheduled out-of-hours and weekend support

Ensure compliance with internal IT and security policies

Collaborate with global IT teams to develop effective solutions

Handle IT asset lifecycle including inventory and decommissioning

About You

Minimum 3 years' experience in enterprise IT (Windows, networking)

Strong networking knowledge (CCNA or equivalent)

Experience with Microsoft Server

Skilled in VMware/Hyper-V, VoIP, and conferencing tools

Familiar with endpoint security, encryption, patching, and 2FA

Strong problem-solving and interpersonal skills

Willing to work occasional evenings/weekends as required

Mandarin speaking desireableWhat's on Offer

Salary up to £60,000 DOE

12-month agency contract with the potential for extension, based on business need and performance.

Fully onsite role

Adecco acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and an employment business for the supply of temporary workers. The Adecco Group UK & Ireland is an Equal Opportunities Employer.

By applying for this role your details will be submitted to Adecco. Our Candidate Privacy Information Statement explaining how we will use your information is available on our website

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