System Administrator | Infrastructure, Networks & End-User Support | ILR or British Passport

System Administrator | Infrastructure, Networks & End-User Support | Linux & Microsoft

Location: Gloucestershire (Onsite)

Package: £35,000 - £38,000 + Meaningful 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. You’ll 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. You’ll 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 you’re 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
• Strong troubleshooting and diagnostic skills across hardware, software and networks

i️ Very Important Notes

• 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)
• You will help maintain and document processes aligned to recognised standards

Must-Haves

• Strong 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
• Excellent communication skills and a proactive, service-focused approach

Bonus Experience

• 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
• Experience supporting or mentoring junior team members

Hands-On Experience With

• 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
• Hardware, operating system and network configuration and updates

What You’ll Be Doing

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
• Keep IT processes and procedures fully documented and up to date

Service Quality & Remediation Delivery

• 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
• Provide clear, high-quality documentation for delivery, project management, sales activity and client needs

Collaboration & Stakeholder Support

• 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
• Contribute to the development of scalable processes and frameworks as service demand grows

What They’re Looking For

• 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
• A motivated individual who values being part of a close-knit, onsite technical team

If you match the above criteria and would like a confidential discussion about the role, please get in touch.