Ensure the core applications (ERP ecosystem) is fully administered and supported. The role will start during the final rollout and commissioning of the system and as such will develop key knowledge that will be critical for the longer-term support of the application.

Key Tasks

Provide day-to-day support for Core Applications, including troubleshooting and resolving technical issues.

Be the main point of contact (1^st line – password and access requests; 2^nd line – break fix, configuration), assisting end-users with system-related queries and provide training as needed.

Monitor system performance and ensure the stability and reliability of the core applications.

Manage and resolve incidents in a timely manner, ensuring minimal disruption to business operations.

Manage Customer Influence requests and internally communicate 3^rd party upcoming releases for the purposes of facilitating process optimisation and improvement

Encourage and support the business to align with Best Practices and ensure technical debt is kept to a minimum within the solution

Maintain detailed documentation of system configurations, processes, and procedures.

Work closely with other IT teams and business stakeholders to ensure seamless integration and operation of the full ERP suite.

Perform effective change management, documenting all changes to the system

Provide additional support of other Business applications used within SSTL, as required by IT Service Delivery

Keep up to date with new trends and technology

PERSON SPECIFICATION (essential requirements)

Qualifications

Essential: Must be able to attain and hold National Security Vetting, if required by SSTL, to a minimum SC level
Desirable: ITIL, CISA, CISSP an advantage but not necessary

Experience

Proficiency in system administration and support.
Experience with system monitoring tools and techniques.
Knowledge of incident management and problem-solving methodologies.
Must be capable of managing multiple projects concurrently
Strong analytical and problem solving skills, including demonstrated experience with root cause analysis

Knowledge & Skills

Attention to detail and pro-active approach to security
Experience of managing and administering cloud environments.
Competent troubleshooting skills
Team player with good communication and interpersonal skills
Ability to work under own initiative and in a busy environment
Able to demonstrate company mindsets; accountability, one team, customers and projects rule

Department: Information Technology
Role: Applications Support Specialist
Locations: Guildford
Employment type: Full-time
Job Reference: 2087