Description
Help shape the future of end user technology within one of the world’s leading health research organisations. At UK Biobank, technology plays a vital role in enabling world‑class health research. Behind every researcher, laboratory and operational team is a secure, modern digital workplace that allows people to work efficiently, collaborate effectively and protect some of the world’s most valuable health data. We are looking for an IT Engineer (End User Compute) to join our growing Data & Technology team, helping modernise and secure our end user computing environment as part of a significant technology transformation programme.
Application Deadline
19 July 2026
Department
Data & Technology
Location
Cheadle
Compensation
£50,000 – £55,000 / year
Work Environment
Working hours are 35 hours per week, Monday to Friday, with 2 days onsite and hybrid working available. Based across Park Square and Manchester Science Park, this role offers the opportunity to collaborate closely with colleagues while supporting a modern, flexible working environment.
Responsibilities
- Managing, supporting and improving UK Biobank’s End User Compute environment using Microsoft Intune, Windows Autopilot, PowerShell and Microsoft Entra ID, while reducing reliance on traditional Active Directory and Group Policy based device management where appropriate.
- Supporting endpoint application deployment through Microsoft Intune, Company Portal, Patch My PC, Win32 app packaging and related tooling.
- Supporting secure access to internal services through Microsoft Entra Application Proxy, Global Secure Access and related Zero Trust technologies, helping move away from traditional network or admin access patterns.
- Supporting Microsoft 365 end‑user services, Windows Remote Desktop Services, Windows 365, Azure Virtual Desktop and AWS EC2/WorkSpaces environments as part of a secure and modern digital workplace.
- Strengthening the security of the End User Compute environment by implementing security baselines, CIS benchmark configurations, compliance policies, security updates, endpoint protection technologies and working closely with Information Security colleagues to continually improve security posture.
Qualifications
- Strong knowledge and experience supporting Microsoft Windows 10 & 11, together with Apple macOS, iOS and Android devices.
- Experience managing Windows Remote Desktop Services, with knowledge of Windows 365, Azure Virtual Desktop or AWS Virtual Desktop environments being advantageous.
- Knowledge of security standards, frameworks and best practices, including ISO, NIST and CIS, with experience working within secure or ISO 27001‑aligned environments being advantageous.
- Operational experience supporting end‑user devices, applications and services within a complex, multi‑site organisation.
- Experience managing device identities and configuration using Microsoft Active Directory, Microsoft Entra ID, Group Policy, Microsoft Intune, Windows Autopilot, compliance policies and configuration profiles.
Diversity and Inclusion
Our passion for diversity and equality means creating a work environment for all employees that is welcoming, respectful, engaging and enriched with opportunities for personal and professional development. We actively welcome applications from people with disabilities, long‑term health conditions, neurodivergent candidates and those with diverse thinking styles. We are committed to making reasonable adjustments throughout our recruitment process and in the workplace so that everyone can perform at their best.
Benefits
- 26 Days’ Annual Leave – Plus Bank Holidays
- Holiday Buy Scheme
- Birthday Leave
- USS Pension Scheme
- Healthcare Cash Plan
- Enhanced Family Leave
- Cycle to Work Scheme
- Season Ticket Loan
- Professional Subscriptions
- Training & Development Opportunities
- Free On‑Site Gym
- Subsidised Canteen Lunches
- Free Car Parking
- Employee Discounts Portal
- Employee Assistance Programme
- Annual Flu Vaccination
- Life Assurance Cover
Note
The job advert closing date may change, so early applications are encouraged.
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