Systems Administrator

HR GO Recruitment
Stansted, UK
25 days ago

Role details

Contract type
Permanent contract
Employment type
Full-time (> 32 hours)
Experience level
Starter
Experience required
2 years minimum
Compensation
£28,000.0 - £32,000.0
Working hours
Regular working hours
Job source

Tech stack

Microsoft Windows Active Directory Backup Devices Business Software Databases Web Development Desktop Environments Monitoring of Systems Hyper-V Windows Servers Network Architecture Networking Basics
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Windows PowerShell SQL Databases Systems Integration TCP/IP Virtualization Technology Software Licensing Scripting User Administration Vmware

Job description

  • Provide 2nd line technical support, resolving hardware, software, networking and user account issues.
  • Administer Microsoft 365, Active Directory and internal business applications.
  • Support business-critical applications, including portal and CRM-style systems.
  • Assist with application upgrades, maintenance and integrations.
  • Help maintain Windows servers, network infrastructure, backups and system security.
  • Monitor system performance and assist with implementing improvements.
  • Support user onboarding, permissions and account administration.
  • Produce technical documentation and user guides.
  • Deliver user training where required.
  • Maintain IT asset records, hardware inventories and software licensing.
  • Assist with basic scripting, automation and system improvements.
  • Support website updates where required.

Requirements

  • Previous experience in a 2nd Line Support, IT Support Engineer, Systems Administrator or similar role.
  • Experience administering Microsoft 365 and Active Directory.
  • Good knowledge of Windows desktop environments.
  • Understanding of networking fundamentals including TCP/IP, DNS and DHCP.
  • Experience supporting business applications and user account management.
  • Strong troubleshooting and problem-solving skills.
  • Excellent communication and customer service skills.
  • Good documentation and organisational skills.
  • A proactive approach with a willingness to learn new technologies.

Desirable

  • Windows Server administration.
  • Group Policy.
  • PowerShell or scripting experience.
  • Virtualisation (Hyper-V or VMware).
  • Experience with CRM, ERP or other business applications.
  • SQL or database knowledge.
  • Website administration or basic web development experience.

Benefits & conditions

Permanent £28,000-£32,000 DOE Mon-Fri 08:30-17:00 Stansted area, £28,000-£32,000 depending on experience.

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