Onsite Desktop Support Engineer - Southampton

Job Description

At DXC Technology, we’re people first. Why? Because it’s people that get the job done.

We have a flexible, autonomous, and open work culture. It’s successful because we have character: we’re proactive, collaborative, and ambitious; we find solutions, set standards, and make things happen. We’re focused on the future, so we keep our employees at the cutting-edge of their fields with personalized training programs. At DXC, you’ll find opportunities that match your efforts, and a team of good people to inspire you and recognize the important work you do.

We are currently looking for a Desktop Support Engineer to support one of our clients based on-site in Southampton.

This is a full-time, position working a 37.5-hour week Monday to Friday. The ideal candidate will be required to have a flexible approach as overtime and on-call duties may be required.

Due to the nature of our client's work the successful candidate will need to be eligible to obtain SC Security Clearance.

Responsibilities

• Desktop / Laptop / VDI build, configuration, deployment to end users
• Software installation / deployment
• Asset and peripheral deployments
• In depth investigation into issues
• Work as part of a support team with laptop, desktop and VDI terminals support calls
• Hardware installation / upgrade / break fix for desktop, laptop, and server
• Smartphone support (Android & iOS)
• VIP support
• Assisting with customer projects
• Occasional travel required around the area to help cover Leave at sites (within a 2hr travel)
  
  

What We're Looking For

• Microsoft Windows 10, and 11 Operating Systems – Deployment, configuration, and support
• Support Microsoft Office 2016 onwards
• Proven and demonstrable software and hardware troubleshooting skills, experience in a Deskside Support role

Knowledge of Microsoft SCCM and OS / Application deployment

Good verbal communication with an ability to communicate to all levels

Good written communication: concise and accurate call logging, documentation, and email correspondence

Good time management / organisational skills

Work well as part of a team or independently

Desirable Skills / Qualifications

• Microsoft Windows 10 and / or 11 training, certification, and experience
• Legacy Operating Systems
• Active Directory management
• Understanding of Microsoft SCCM
• Experience of Microsoft Entra
• Experience of Trellix EPO and client-side agents
• Experience of client-side Wi-Fi configuration and troubleshooting
• Experience of Windows Security configuration
• Experience of client encryption and VPN - Trellix, BitLocker, Cisco, F5 and Zscaler
• Previous experience in a similar role
• Willing to learn new skills and technologies
• Clean full driving license
  
  

What We Will Do For You

• Competitive compensation
• Pension scheme
• DXC Select – Our comprehensive benefits package (includes private health/medical insurance, gym membership and more)
• Perks at Work (discounts on technology, groceries, travel and more)
• DXC incentives (recognition tools, employee lunches, regular social events etc.)
  
  

At DXC Technology, we believe strong connections and community are key to our success. Our work model prioritizes in-person collaboration while offering flexibility to support wellbeing, productivity, individual work styles, and life circumstances. We’re committed to fostering an inclusive environment where everyone can thrive.

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