MCS Group is proud to be exclusively partnering with Irish News to recruit an IT Support Technician as they embark on their next phase of digital growth.

The Company

The Irish News is Northern Ireland's largest-selling morning newspaper and a leading online news publisher, enjoying over 130 years of success in covering news and current affairs across the region. As part of their next phase of growth, this established business is committed to investing and innovating in a more digital future as it continues to lead the way as the most relevant premium media organisation and news provider in Northern Ireland.

The Role

• Assisting the CTO with day-to-day support and maintenance of IT systems and applications across all organisations within the Group
• Monitor and assess current infrastructure, ensuring efficiency and effectiveness
• Supporting the wider Irish News team with any IT needs as required
• Monitor security policies and data protection strategies, ensuring they remain up-to-date
• Assist with installation and training for new hardware and software applications
• Be available for any on-site support (outside of core working hours as required)
• Occasional travel will be required to other sites within the group
• Any other duties as outlined in the full job description

The Person

• 3+ years of experience in an IT Support Technician role or similar
• Strong knowledge of MS Windows (desktop and server) and Apple Macintosh OS deployment and networking
• Experience with setting up network switches, routing, VLANs and VPNs
• Hold a full UK driving licence and attend the office on-site 5 days per week
• Able to work outside of core working hours on an on-call basis
• Ideally you will have a Third Level qualification in Computing or similar, i.e. Degree or HND

The Package

• Competitive salary
• 30 days annual leave plus 4 statutory holidays (New Year's Day, St Patrick's Day, May Day & St Stephen's Day)
• Westfield Health Care scheme
• Free lunch provided 3 days per week
• Pension provided through The Workers Pension Trust
• Dynamic, yet friendly and supportive working environment
• Access to first-class training and professional development

To speak in absolute confidence about this opportunity please send an up to date CV via the link provided or contact Niamh Hutchinson, Senior Recruitment Consultant at MCS Group 02890 490 906

If this position is not right for you, we may have others that are. Please visit www.mcsgroup.jobs to view a wide selection of our current jobs or call us 028 9023 5456 .

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