Backup & Disaster Recovery Engineer

Backup & Disaster Recovery Engineer 💰 Up to £40,000 📍 Hybrid | Banbury + Data Centre Access 🏢 Chapman Tate Associates Are you looking to build a career in backup, disaster recovery, and cloud technologies? Chapman Tate Associates is working with a forward-thinking managed services provider seeking a Junior Backup & DR Engineer to join their growing technical team. This is an excellent opportunity for someone early in their IT career who wants hands-on experience across modern backup platforms, hybrid infrastructure, and cloud environments—while being supported through structured training and certifications. 🔧 What You’ll Be Doing Backup & Disaster Recovery Operations * Monitor and manage backup jobs across enterprise platforms and SaaS environments * Support cloud-based backup solutions and assist with troubleshooting issues * Use monitoring and reporting tools to ensure backup success and performance * Assist with onboarding new customers and participate in disaster recovery testing exercises Service Desk & Incident Management * Handle backup-related incidents and service requests via a ticketing system * Investigate common failures and escalate where appropriate * Maintain accurate documentation and provide clear customer updates Infrastructure Support * Assist with day-to-day operations across virtualised environments (VMware, Hyper-V, and others) * Support basic Microsoft infrastructure and Microsoft 365 administration Cloud & Hybrid Technologies * Gain exposure to backup solutions across Azure, AWS, and Microsoft 365 * Assist with protecting SaaS platforms and implementing backup policies Governance & Documentation * Follow structured change management processes * Contribute to technical documentation, risk assessments, and incident analysis On-Call * Participate in a rotating on-call schedule (approx. 1 week in 4) supporting critical systems 🎓 What We’re Looking For * A passion for IT infrastructure, backup, and cloud technologies * Strong attention to detail and problem-solving mindset * Good communication skills and ability to work within a team Desirable (not essential): * Progress towards backup, virtualisation, or cloud certifications * Exposure to VMware, Microsoft Azure, or Microsoft 365 environments 📚 Training & Development You’ll benefit from a structured training programme including access to vendor-led certifications and hands-on learning across leading technologies in backup, security, and cloud services. 📍 Location & Requirements * Hybrid working with travel to Banbury and data centre sites * Must have right to work in the UK * Full UK driving licence and access to a vehicle * Willingness to undergo standard background checks * Valid passport for occasional travel 💡 If you’re ready to take the next step in your IT career and gain real-world experience in a high-demand specialism, apply today or contact Chapman Tate Associates for more information. #ITJobs #Backup #DisasterRecovery #CloudCareers #HybridJobs #ChapmanTate