Senior IT Engineer with OKTA

Salary: £58,000 - 98,000 per year

Requirements:

• We require a Bachelors degree in Information Technology, Computer Science, Information Systems, or a related field, or equivalent experience.
• We require 5–7 years of experience in IT management.
• We require experience leading and managing large IT projects and rolling out IT infrastructures across various technologies.
• We require excellent working knowledge of computer systems, security, network and systems administration, databases and data storage systems, and phone systems.
• We require strong critical thinking and decision-making skills.
• We require excellent project management skills and a strong ability to prioritize.
• We require a firm grasp of IT infrastructure and operations best practices.
• We require experience across desktop operating systems, server operating systems, cloud-based technologies, SaaS solutions, mobile platforms, backup and recovery procedures, and system performance monitoring.
• We require experience with hardware solutions including Cisco Switches/Routers, Meraki/Palo Alto Firewalls, Meraki Wireless Access Points, and Cisco Unified Communications.
• We require expertise in implementing, configuring, and testing solutions.
• We require proven leadership skills.
• We require strong creative and analytical thinking.
• Professional certifications are preferred, including A+, Network+, CCNA, or MCP.
• Extensive knowledge of network maintenance and experience managing staff are preferred.
• Knowledge of the art industry is a plus.

Responsibilities:

• We lead large IT projects, including the design and deployment of new IT systems and services.
• We maintain essential IT operations, including operating systems, security tools, applications, servers, email systems, laptops, desktops, software, and hardware.
• We own projects, solutions, and key responsibilities within a larger business initiative.
• We handle business-critical IT tasks and systems administration.
• We research and evaluate emerging technologies, hardware, and software.
• We track and maintain hardware and software inventory.
• We monitor the performance of information technology systems to determine cost and productivity levels and recommend improvements to the IT infrastructure.
• We help define IT infrastructure strategy, architecture, and processes.
• We analyze business requirements with key stakeholders to develop solutions for IT needs.
• We assess vendors and develop test strategies for new hardware and software.
• We troubleshoot hardware and software issues related to internal IT.
• We supervise daily operations of network and server infrastructure.
• We align IT infrastructure with current and future business requirements and goals.
• We evaluate risk and develop network recovery and backup processes.
• We assess and purchase new and replacement hardware.
• We test, troubleshoot, and adjust information systems to operate effectively.
• We implement security for the network, data, and its storage and communication systems.
• We ensure network components meet business needs and work together seamlessly.
• We train employees on software and hardware, provide technical support, and troubleshoot when needed.
• We develop and execute disaster procedures and maintain data backups.
• We manage information technology and computer systems.
• We identify problematic areas and implement strategic solutions in time.
• We preserve assets, information security, and control structures.
• We provide systems administration and support across network and server environments.

Technologies:

• Cloud
• Cisco
• Hardware
• Support
• MCP
• Mobile
• Network
• Security
• AWS
• Android
• Linux
• macOS
• Nexus
• Windows
• iOS

More:

We are seeking a Senior IT Engineer with OKTA to support our employee population, analyze current systems and assets, recommend and implement solutions and upgrades, and provide IT-related training. This is a permanent, full-time position based in Central London with some remote working possible. The salary is competitive at circa 45K–60K. We offer an opportunity to make an immediate impact on the day-to-day efficiency of our IT operations and contribute to our ongoing growth.

last updated 36 week of 2026