IT Systems Administrator

System Administrator

• Location: North Somerset
• Job Type: Full-time - Site Based
• Salary: £35,000

. We are seeking a System Administrator to work collaboratively with various business teams to ensure the security, efficiency, and reliability of all IT systems.

Day-to-Day of the Role:

• Infrastructure Operations & Maintenance: Maintain and administer servers, storage systems, and core infrastructure to ensure stability, availability, and performance.
• Server & Virtualisation Management: Manage virtual environments, configure virtual machines, and maintain host clusters.
• Networking & Connectivity: Support and troubleshoot network issues, maintain network documentation, and collaborate on network upgrades.
• Cloud Infrastructure Management: Administer cloud platforms, manage cloud-based servers, and implement cloud governance policies.
• Backup, Storage & Disaster Recovery: Maintain backup systems, test disaster recovery procedures, and manage storage solutions.
• Security & Compliance: Implement security measures, monitor vulnerabilities, and support compliance audits.
• Automation & Scripting: Use PowerShell to automate tasks and improve processes.
• Incident, Problem & Change Management: Serve as an escalation point for infrastructure issues, perform root cause analysis, and participate in change management processes.
• Hardware & Resource Management: Manage the lifecycle of infrastructure assets and ensure proper configuration of physical systems.
• Project Delivery & Continuous Improvement: Lead infrastructure projects, evaluate new technologies, and enhance system reliability and efficiency.

Required Skills & Qualifications:

• Proven experience as a System Administrator or in a similar role.
• Strong commitment to customer service and high satisfaction levels.
• In-depth knowledge of Windows servers, networking, and cybersecurity.
• Familiarity with network protocols such as TCP/IP, DNS, DHCP.
• Experience with Cisco network hardware, including Meraki.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks and rapidly establish good working relationships..

Additional Responsibilities:

• Continuously work on tasks until completion, prioritizing multiple open cases.
• Establish and maintain effective working relationships with company staff to facilitate necessary repairs.
• Research new technologies to improve business operations.
• Support other IT assets such as telephones and security cameras.
• Provide analytics and reporting to the business.

If you are interested in this position please apply online or for more information, please contact me on abi.collins@reed.com