Senior Systems Administrator
1 day ago
Gloucester
System Administrator/SysAdmin/Head of IT | Infrastructure, Networks & End-User Support | Linux & Microsoft Location:Cheltenham (Onsite) Package: £35,000 - £40,000 + Up to a 10% Bonus + Benefits Eligibility: Must be able to obtain and maintain UK Government SC clearance -ILR or British Passport Please only apply if you have commercial experience with all of the following • Managing internal IT systems across desktop, server, network and cloud environments, • Administering both Linux and Microsoft operating systems, • Using network and systems management tools, • Implementing and maintaining strong security controls across an IT estate, • Installing, configuring and troubleshooting hardware, operating systems, networks and applications, • Producing clear, accurate technical documentation and procedures This is an excellent opportunity for a motivated System Administrator to join a well-established, highly reputable technical organisation that prides itself on innovation, quality and a close-knit team culture. Youll become a key part of a company that genuinely invests in its people, encourages new ideas, and gives you the autonomy to shape how internal systems evolve. The role offers the chance to work in a modern, technology-driven environment where reliability, security and continuous improvement are at the heart of everything they do. Youll be hands-on across infrastructure, networks, platforms and end-user support, while also contributing to a growing technical service offering that helps clients strengthen their systems. If youre looking for a role where you can take real ownership, work with modern technologies, and be part of a supportive team that values technical excellence - this is a great opportunity. Required Background • Previous commercial experience in a System Administrator or IT Administrator role, • Background in IT, computer science, information systems or equivalent hands-on experience, • Experience supporting office, network, server and cloud environments, • Familiarity with infrastructure-as-a-service platforms, • Experience with:, • Linux and Microsoft environments, • Commercial ticketing systems, • Wiki / knowledge-base platforms, • Mobile Device Management (MDM) solutions, • Network security and firewall technologies, • Remote access technologies, • Ability to identify and respond to security-related issues and incidents, • This is a fully onsite position based in Gloucestershire, • Occasional travel to other UK client sites is required (fully expensed), • Candidates must be eligible for and capable of holding UK Government Security Clearance (SC), • This is a hands-on role with active ownership of internal IT systems (not suitable for remote-only or purely strategic profiles), • Experience managing internal IT systems (end-user, server, network and cloud), • Hands-on administration of Linux and Microsoft environments, • Experience with server, desktop, network and cloud support, • Knowledge of network security and firewall technologies, • Experience using ticketing systems and knowledge-base tools, • Experience with MDM platforms, • Ability to install, configure and troubleshoot hardware and software, • Experience maintaining documentation, procedures and system records, • Exposure to delivering technical remediation or improvement work for clients following technical assessments, • Experience collaborating with assessment or consultancy teams to turn findings into practical actions, • Prior involvement with ISO-aligned processes (e.g. ISO27001), • Microsoft desktop or cloud certifications, • Office, desktop, server and network administration, • Linux and Microsoft operating systems, • Infrastructure-as-a-service cloud platforms, • Network security and firewall technologies, • VPN / remote access solutions, • Ticketing and knowledge-base systems, • Mobile device management tooling Infrastructure & Systems Administration • Manage and support internal IT systems across the organisation, • Monitor the health, stability and security of the IT estate and respond to alerts, • Maintain performance and resilience of core internal platforms, • Implement appropriate security controls and help ensure systems remain compliant with internal standards, • Assist clients in implementing technical fixes and improvements following technical assessments, • Deliver hands-on technical remediation work where required, • Produce documentation, templates and supporting materials for service delivery and reporting, • Translate technical findings into practical, actionable remediation tasks, • Work closely with internal staff to support their day-to-day IT requirements, • Liaise with technical teams to streamline delivery of remediation and improvement activities, • Support leadership with continuous improvement initiatives across IT and related services, • A reliable, hands-on System Administrator with solid technical breadth, • Someone comfortable owning internal IT operations end-to-end in an onsite environment, • A problem-solver who enjoys getting into the detail of technical issues and seeing them through to resolution, • A clear communicator who can support colleagues at all levels of the organisation, • Someone organised, diligent and security-aware, with a strong sense of ownership and accountability JBRP1_UKTJ