Backup & Disaster Recovery Engineer

CV-LibraryBanbury, OxfordshirepermanentPosted: 6 May 2026
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Backup & Disaster Recovery Engineer
đź’° Up to ÂŁ40,000
📍 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.

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