IT Systems Administrator
3 days ago
Cambridge
IT Systems Administrator – Near Cambridge My client, a fast-growing AI company based near Cambridge, is seeking an IT Systems Administrator to maintain, upgrade, and support the organisation’s software, hardware, and network infrastructure. This is a hands-on, business-critical role ensuring all IT systems operate smoothly, securely, and efficiently across the company. You will work closely with technical and non-technical teams, taking ownership of day-to-day IT operations while helping to strengthen and scale the company’s infrastructure as it continues to grow. Key Responsibilities • Installing, configuring, and maintaining company software, hardware, and devices, • Managing network servers, storage systems, and internal technology tools, • Setting up user accounts, provisioning workstations, and managing access controls, • Monitoring system performance and ensuring uptime across all platforms, • Troubleshooting IT issues, diagnosing failures, and resolving outages promptly, • Implementing and maintaining cybersecurity protocols, including firewalls, backups, and security policies, • Upgrading systems with new releases, updates, and hardware improvements, • Producing and maintaining documentation, IT policies, and training materials, • Training employees on company software tools (e.g., password managers, internal systems), • Establishing and maintaining a documented IT security policy, • Ensuring CCTV and digital security infrastructure is properly configured and operational Requirements Essential, • Experience in IT support, systems administration, or IT management, • Strong understanding of hardware, software, and networking fundamentals, • Ability to independently diagnose and resolve technical issues, • Knowledge of cybersecurity best practices, • Strong organisational skills and attention to detail, • Good communication skills, including the ability to support and train non-technical staff, • Proactive mindset with the ability to manage a varied workload across multiple systems Desirable, • Interest or experience in web development, • Experience with computational or electronics hardware, • Familiarity with CCTV, access-control systems, or digital security infrastructure, • Knowledge of Linux, cloud platforms, or virtualisation technologies, • Previous experience in a start-up or fast-paced technical environment, • Ability to produce and maintain technical IT documentation and policies Role Details, • Location: near Cambridge, • Working Pattern: Onsite, 5 days a week, • Scope: Broad role supporting all company-wide IT infrastructure, • Opportunity: Help shape and strengthen IT systems as the company continues to scale Interested? Please Click Apply Now! IT Systems Administrator