NATO Naval Systems Administrator – On-Site, 25-40% Travel

Talantir; United Kingdom; Remote; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Spektrum seeks a System Administrator to support NATOflagships and SNFs, providing on-site and remote IT admin for Windows Server, AD, Exchange, VMware ESXi and storage systems. You’ll perform backups, lifecycle upgrades, and SOP-compliant documentation while coordinating with CSU and NCIA teams.

Candidate must have 3+ years in enterprise infrastructure, strong VMware and AD/Exchange skills, and ITIL familiarity. This on-site role in Northwood requires readiness for travel as needed.

Qualifications

• Minimum 3 years of hands-on enterprise infrastructure administration.
• Practical VMware virtualization experience including VCSA configuration and upgrades.
• Experience with Active Directory and Microsoft Exchange essential.
• Familiarity with ITIL service management and incident handling.
• Ability to produce technical documentation and user guides.

Responsibilities

• Transfer and activation of deployed CIS installations during operational handovers.
• On-site, remote and off-site technical support for flagships of nations.
• Administer Windows Server, AD, and Exchange; manage SAN/NAS devices.
• VMware ESXi/VCenter lifecycle and firmware upgrades; backups per SLA.
• Maintain system documentation and liaise with CSU and NCIA teams.

Skills

VMware

Active Directory

Exchange

ITIL

Documentation

Networking basics

Problem solving

Education

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science/IT

Higher vocational IT diploma

Tools

VMware ESXi

vCenter

Windows Server

Job description

Spektrum seeks a System Administrator to support NATOflagships and SNFs, providing on-site and remote IT admin for Windows Server, AD, Exchange, VMware ESXi and storage systems. You’ll perform backups, lifecycle upgrades, and SOP-compliant documentation while coordinating with CSU and NCIA teams.

Candidate must have 3+ years in enterprise infrastructure, strong VMware and AD/Exchange skills, and ITIL familiarity. This on-site role in Northwood requires readiness for travel as needed.