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      Discover the career opportunities available at Akita

      Join A Growing IT Company & Discover New Career Opportunities

      We’re a leading IT managed service provider with a more than 25-year heritage. Our technical expertise and high standards of customer service have seen our company growth accelerate, providing expanding opportunities as we go.

      Choose Akita as the next stage in your career, discover more about our IT support jobs and other roles, and see what we can offer you.

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      CURRENT CAREER OPPORTUNITIES

       

      1st Line Engineer

      We're looking for a 1st line engineer to join our dedicated team of engineers within a busy IT services company.

      1st Line IT Engineer

      We're looking for a 1st line engineer to join our vibrant helpdesk team.

      ABOUT THE ROLE

      As a 1st Line Engineer at Akita, you will:

      • Be part of a dedicated team of engineers within a busy IT services company.
      • Perform duties that include ticket support on Helpdesk and hardware maintenance. These include resolving tickets such as user setups, software installs, hardware fault finding, VPN troubleshooting, NTFS permissions changes, hosted service issues, email fault finding, mobile device support and user profile problems.
      • Attend client sites as and when required to fulfil the requirements of prescheduled projects and reactive troubleshooting.
      • Have a diligent approach that achieves a long term and cost-effective result for our clients, Demonstrating a professional, respectful, and proactive approach to customer service.
      • Thrive on obtaining new technical knowledge, actively engaging with more senior colleagues to expand your skillset.
      • Bring a general knowledge of Windows technologies, such as Windows Server and Desktop operating systems.
      • Use the products and services within our established portfolio to recognise new business opportunities and then escalate them into sales.
      • Demonstrate a logical and methodical approach to troubleshooting, thinking outside the box to reach the best resolution, and fulfil other duties in line with business needs.

      CORE SKILLS

      • Windows Server 2012-2022
      • Windows Desktop 7-11
      • Hosted Desktop and Cloud computing
      • General user and email administration
      • Office 365 tenant setup and administration
      • Basic networking capabilities

      DESIRABLE SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE

      • VMWare/Hyper-V administration
      • VoIP experience, preferably 3CX
      • Apple products and support
      • Group Policy administration
      • Cabling experience
      • Exposure to Ubiquiti / Cisco Wireless
      • Previous MSP experience
      • Recognised accreditations (MCP’s, CompTIA, Apple)

      PERSON SPECIFICATION

      • VMWare/Hyper-V administration
      • VoIP experience, preferably 3CX
      • Apple products and support
      • Group Policy administration
      • Cabling experience
      • Exposure to Ubiquiti / Cisco Wireless
      • Previous MSP experience
      • Recognised accreditations (MCP’s, CompTIA, Apple)

      Please note: This role is based in Kent. Applicants must hold a full valid driving licence and be able to commute to our Wrotham office daily. To apply, please submit your CV via our Careers portal

      Salary:

      Dependent on qualifications and skills

      Start date:

      ASAP

      Contract type:

      Permanent

      Hours:

      42.5 per week

      Shift times:

      07:45 - 16:15 / 08:45 - 17:15 24hr out of hours’ service on a roster basis

      Holiday entitlement:

      32 days, rising to 38 days subject to terms after 3 years’ continuous service (including 8 bank holidays)

      Sick pay:

      Commencing after 6 months continuous employment (terms apply)

      Apply for this role

      To apply for the role, please submit a CV detailing your skills and relevant experience.
      For further information please email [email protected]

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      Lead Cyber Security Consultant

      Help lead our cyber security efforts:

      Lead Cyber Security Consultant

      Employees at Akita benefit from an exciting and fast-paced environment in which they gain exposure to up and coming technologies.

      As a Lead Cyber Security Consultant at Akita, you will:

      • Lead the development and growth of Akita’s Microsoft 365 security product stack, including:
        • Microsoft Intune
        • Microsoft Defender suite
        • Multi-Factor Authentication (MFA)
        • Information Protection, data retention & data labelling
        • Cloud app security and secure access controls
      • Manage the commercial success of the security portfolio: pricing, packaging, positioning, and profitability.
      • Oversee delivery and improvement of MSP security services, including:
        • Managed Detection & Response (MDR)
        • SaaS security monitoring (e.g., ConnectWise)
        • User Awareness Training platforms
      • Act as subject matter expert for Microsoft 365 security, providing guidance to clients and internal teams.
      • Collaborate with technical teams to implement, monitor, and optimise client security solutions.
      • Stay ahead of industry trends, continuously evaluating and improving Akita’s managed security offerings.
      • Support sales and account management teams with pre-sales consultancy, proposals, and client workshops.
      • Support GRC functions within the group by developing and delivering governance, risk, compliance, and assurance services, ensuring alignment between MSP security offerings and advanced consultancy solutions.

      CORE SKILLS

      • Advanced knowledge of Microsoft 365 cloud security solutions (Defender, Intune, Endpoint, Azure AD).
      • Strong experience with IAM, PIM, MFA, MDM, and DLP technologies.
      • Hands-on experience implementing and managing Microsoft 365 compliance and security features.
      • Understanding of SaaS monitoring tools such as ConnectWise and MDR platforms.
      • Knowledge of governance and compliance frameworks (Cyber Essentials, ISO 27001, NIST, GDPR).
      • Experience in product development and commercial management within an MSP environment.
      • Strong stakeholder management, with the ability to align security products to business needs.

      DESIRABLE SKILLS & EXPERIENCE

        • Security/Cybersecurity related degree.
      • Experience working at an MSP in a technical capacity.
      • Cyber Essentials Assessor Status
      • ISO 27001 Lead Implementer/Auditor
      • Azure Security Engineer Associate (AZ-500)
      • Microsoft Security Operations Analyst (SC-200)
      • Microsoft Identity and Access Administrator (SC-300)

      PERSON SPECIFICATION

      The successful candidate will demonstrate:

      • The ability to lead on projects across a multitude of industries.
      • A logical, methodical approach to the task at hand.
      • A commitment to continued professional development.
      • Excellent documentation and communication skills.
      • High standards of customer service.
      • A personable nature.
      • A keen level of attention to detail.
      • A history of being a proven self-starter.
      • A calm and professional demeanour, to lead in high-pressure scenarios and achieve a positive outcome.
      Salary:

      Competitive, dependent on qualifications and skills

      Start date:

      ASAP

      Contract type:

      Permanent

      Shift times:

      07:45 - 16:15 / 08:45 - 17:15

      Holiday entitlement:

      32 days, rising to 38 days subject to terms after 3 years’ continuous service (including 8 bank holidays)

      Sick pay:

      Contractual sick pay commences after 6 months continuous employment (terms apply)

      Apply for this role

      To apply for the role, please submit a CV detailing your skills and relevant experience.
      For further information please email [email protected]

      APPLY NOW

      Careers FAQ

      What is your interview process?

      We have a thorough interview process at Akita. Usually, the selection process comprises a screening call, an assessment (role specific) and a final interview. This ensures we bring the right people into the right roles, meaning we maintain a low turnover and a motivated team.

      How does Akita support professional development?

      We are passionate about the professional development of employees and support this in a number of ways.
      Paths for development vary for every individual as they are tailored to the business needs, the employee’s goals, and their existing skillsets. It may be appropriate to utilise internal training, external training, professional qualifications – or a mixture of all three!

      How does Akita stay competitive in the IT industry?

      As a fast-paced MSP, it’s difficult not to stay abreast of new technologies! With a wide array of clients, it’s important we keep an up to date knowledge on new and upcoming technologies to ensure we can meet their needs.

      We conduct market research to maintain an awareness of products that may not yet be on the market, to ensure we can put in place the training and accreditations ahead of time.

      What is the onboarding process for new IT team members?

      We have a comprehensive onboarding programme for every new starter. Besides the team-specific onboarding process for a new starter, every individual that joins Akita will have 9 introductory meetings with Directors and Head of Department. It’s important they understand the wider business, and how their role fits into the bigger picture. This is supported by a meeting about Health and Safety, and a detailed HR induction to better understand the Company’s Employee Handbook.

      How does Akita promote diversity and inclusion within the IT department?

      We have an Equal Opportunities Policy and ensure incoming and existing employees are asked about reasonable adjustments that may support them to perform their role. We believe that every employee has the right to work in an environment that is free from bullying, harassment and victimisation, and regularly review the information we hold on this.

      How does Akita welcome feedback from employees?

      Employees are encouraged to raise feedback in 1:1s with their line manager but we recognise some people may not always feel comfortable speaking up. That is why we have a virtual suggestion box, which is entirely anonymous, to capture feedback or suggestions as and when they arise. We also conduct employee surveys, and hold regular Q&A sessions with the Managing Director.

      IT support jobs values

      Our Values

      Akita is invested in our customers, invested in our services, and invested in our people for the long term.

      We recognise that our employees are key assets and we value our team spirit. We look to recruit enthusiastic and professional candidates who are respectful to customers and colleagues.

      We also look for ambition, rewarding those that demonstrate passion and aptitude with new opportunities and responsibilities.

      As an organisation, protecting the environment and helping the wider community are also built into our values. We’re committed to sustainability and working towards becoming carbon neutral by 2025.

      Meanwhile, we are constantly working on our corporate social responsibility, from supporting charities to working with local youth sports. We are also a Disability Confident employer.

       

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