Full job descriptionLocation: GuildfordSalary: £30,000 - £35,000 DOEA great opportunity for an ambitious Junior Systems Administrator to join a growing technology business. Working within a collaborative IT team, you’ll be involved in everything from server and network administration to user support, gaining valuable experience across a broad technical estate.
Key ResponsibilitiesReporting to the IT Manager, as a Junior Systems Administrator your responsibilities will include:
*Deploying software and administering user accounts, groups and system policies
*Monitoring infrastructure, services and applications to identify and resolve issues
*Installing, configuring and maintaining hardware, software, networking and application components
*Diagnosing and troubleshooting system, network and hardware faults
*Managing data backup, recovery and secure storage processes
*Replacing, upgrading and maintaining IT equipment and infrastructure
*Supporting cyber security best practices and internal security controls
*Assisting with compliance against recognised information security standards
*Maintaining accurate IT documentation, processes and asset records
*Providing technical support to internal users and external customers
*Managing the IT asset lifecycle from deployment through to retirement
*Undertaking occasional travel to other business locations for support and maintenance activities
*Supporting access control, CCTV and telephony systems
*Setting up workstations and IT equipment for new and existing employees
*Assisting with network infrastructure tasks, including cabling where required
*Supporting ad hoc IT projects and operational requirements
RequirementsJunior Systems Administrator, these are the essential skills that will be required:
*Ability to obtain UK Security Clearance - must be UK citizen from birth
*A-Level education (or equivalent) with strong IT, English and Maths skills
*Good working knowledge of Microsoft Office applications, including Word, Excel and Outlook
*Basic networking knowledge
*Experience administering Windows Server and desktop environments within Active Directory
*Linux administration experience, including Debian/Ubuntu, package management, web servers, NFS and SSH
*Understanding of system security principles and business continuity planning
*Basic scripting experience using Bash and/or PowerShell
*Strong organisational skills with the ability to prioritise and manage multiple tasks effectively
*Excellent attention to detail
*Strong problem-solving and troubleshooting skills
*A proactive approach and willingness to learn new technologies
*Ability to work independently and as part of a team
Desirable
*Full UK driving licence
*Experience with PKI certificate management
Benefits
*Salary: £30,000 - £35,000 depending on experience
*Full-time, Monday to Friday (40 hours per week)
*Free on-site parking
*10% employer pension contribution
*Private medical insurance
*Life assurance and income protection cover
*25 days annual leave plus bank holidays
*Cycle to Work scheme
*Electric vehicle scheme
*Six-monthly salary reviews
*Company bonus scheme
If you have not been contacted within 5 working days, then unfortunately on this occasion your CV has not been shortlisted.