Linux System Administrator

Reed Technology; Basingstoke; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

Reed Technology is seeking a skilled Systems Administrator to design, implement, and maintain enterprise network and system infrastructures in Basingstoke. The role requires strong networking know-how, scripting capabilities, and hands-on Windows and Linux administration, including Microsoft cloud and workplace technologies.

You will administer and maintain Windows and Linux systems, support LAN infrastructure, manage routing protocols, automate tasks, and optimise the Microsoft 365 ecosystem.

Qualifications

• Strong networking expertise and scripting capabilities.
• Hands-on Windows and Linux administration.
• Experience with Microsoft 365, Intune and Azure AD.
• Exposure to automation/DevOps tools such as Ansible, Terraform and Git.

Responsibilities

• Administer and maintain Windows and Linux systems.
• Design, implement, and support LAN infrastructure and network services.
• Manage routing protocols and traffic optimisation.
• Automate operational tasks using scripting and automation tools.
• Support and optimise the Microsoft 365 ecosystem and endpoint management.
• Collaborate on infrastructure and automation projects.
• Ensure system performance, security, and reliability across environments.
• Document configurations, processes, and best practices.

Skills

LAN switching

IP routing

QoS

PowerShell

Python

Bash

Windows admin

Linux admin

Microsoft 365

Intune

Azure AD

Automation

DevOps tools

Ansible

Terraform

Git

macOS support

Azure

Education

BSc/BA in IT/Networking

Tools

Ansible

Terraform

Git

Power Apps

Power Automate

Intune

Azure

Job description

Systems Administrator

Salary: circa £45,000 Location: Basingstoke Job Type: Full-time

We are looking for a skilled Systems Administrator to design, implement, and maintain enterprise network and system infrastructures. This role is ideal for someone with strong networking expertise, scripting capabilities, and solid knowledge of Windows and Linux environments, including hands-on experience in Microsoft cloud and workplace technologies.

Day-to-day of the role:

• Administer and maintain Windows and Linux systems.
• Design, implement, and support LAN infrastructure and network services.
• Manage and troubleshoot routing protocols and traffic optimisation.
• Automate operational tasks using scripting and automation tools.
• Administer and maintain Windows and Linux systems.
• Support and optimize the Microsoft 365 ecosystem and endpoint management.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams on infrastructure and automation projects.
• Ensure system performance, security, and reliability across environments.
• Document configurations, processes, and best practices.

Required Skills & Qualifications:

• Strong understanding of LAN switching technologies and IP routing protocols (OSPF, BGP).
• Knowledge of QoS (Quality of Service) and DSCP tagging.
• Hands-on experience with PowerShell, Python, and Bash.
• Strong knowledge of Windows environments (server & client) and Linux systems administration.
• Proven experience with Microsoft 365 (O365), Intune (Endpoint Management), and Entra ID (Azure AD).
• Exposure to automation and DevOps tools such as Power Apps, Power Automate, Ansible, Terraform, and Git.
• Experience supporting MacBook/macOS environments and familiarity with Microsoft Azure is desirable.