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# Network Administrator

- **Company:** Whyte and Mackay
- **Location:** Glasgow, UK
- **Contract:** Permanent contract
- **Skills:** Microsoft Windows, Business Systems, Cloud Computing, Cyber Security, Databases, Dynamic Host Configuration Protocol, Disaster Recovery, Domain Name System (DNS), Microsoft Exchange Server, Identity and Access Management, Virtual Private Networks (VPN), Microsoft SQL Server, Windows Servers, Network Architecture, Routing, Windows PowerShell, Azure Active Directory, Virtual Local Area Networks, Virtualization Technology, Software Vulnerability Management, Computer Networking Systems, IT General Controls (ITGC), Hyperconverged Infrastructure, Firewalls (Computer Science), Information Technology, SQL Server Management Studio (SSMS), Cisco, Vmware
- **Published:** September 10, 2026
- **Apply:** https://www.indeed.com/viewjob?jk=cfc1aa2effc674f2

## About the Role

* Demonstrable hands-on experience administering Windows Server, virtualisation, storage, backup and disaster recovery platforms in a business-critical environment.
 * Practical knowledge of hyper-converged infrastructure (e.g. VxRail) and cloud-based disaster recovery services.
 * Strong networking knowledge covering switching, routing, DNS, DHCP, VLANs, firewalls, VPN and site connectivity, ideally including Cisco Meraki.
 * Experience administering Microsoft 365 and Entra ID (Azure AD), including identity, access management and hybrid services.
 * Working knowledge of Microsoft Exchange / Microsoft 365 messaging and of SQL Server administration and reporting.
 * Scripting and automation capability, particularly PowerShell.
 * Understanding of cyber security principles, vulnerability management, endpoint and detection tooling, and working with a managed detection and response provider.
 * Familiarity with audit and compliance frameworks such as Cyber Essentials Plus and IT General Controls.
 * Relevant technical qualifications or vendor certifications (for example Microsoft, Cisco/Meraki, VMware or security certifications) are desirable; equivalent practical experience will be considered.
 * A strong understanding of how technology enables business operations, and the ability to deliver reliable, secure and scalable IT services.

We believe that everyone has the potential for growth in our roles! You may feel you don't tick every box for this role, but if you believe you have relevant experiences that could help you succeed we'd much rather you apply rather than rule yourself out based on any self-limiting beliefs!

## Description

The role acts as a technical escalation point for complex infrastructure, network and security issues and contributes to the delivery of infrastructure, cyber security and business technology projects.

 * Administer, maintain and continuously improve the server, virtualisation, storage, backup and disaster recovery platforms, including the VxRail hyper-converged infrastructure and VMware Disaster Recovery, so that resilience and business continuity requirements are consistently met.
 * Manage and support the network infrastructure - including Cisco Meraki, switching, routing, DNS, DHCP, VLANs, firewalls, voice services and site connectivity - to deliver secure, reliable and performant connectivity across all sites.
 * Administer and maintain the Microsoft 365 and Entra ID (Azure AD) environment, including identity management, access controls and hybrid services, ensuring access is granted and governed in line with security policy.
 * Manage and support Microsoft Exchange and Microsoft 365 messaging services, and administer SQL Server environments, providing database and reporting support where required.
 * Support cyber security activity in consultation with the Head of Business Systems - including vulnerability remediation, security reviews and hardening - to reduce technical risk across the estate.
 * Own the day-to-day relationship with the Managed Extended Detection and Response (MXDR) provider, co-ordinating the investigation, escalation and remediation of security events through to closure.
 * Contribute to internal and external audit and compliance activity, including Cyber Essentials Plus and ITGC, by providing evidence, remediating findings and maintaining accurate technical documentation and operational procedures.
 * Develop and maintain PowerShell automation to improve operational efficiency, reporting and routine system administration.
 * Provide technical escalation support to the Service Desk, taking ownership of complex incidents through to resolution and feeding fixes back into knowledge and process documentation.
 * Participate in infrastructure, cyber security and business technology projects, working with internal colleagues, vendors and support partners to ensure successful delivery and clean transition into support.