Senior Information Technology System Administrator

JR United Kingdom; Chester; Hybrid; GBP 45,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading university in the south of England is seeking a Senior IT Systems Administrator to manage core services and deliver technical leadership within the IT infrastructure team. The role requires strong experience in Windows Server, Active Directory, and Office 365, along with a collaborative approach to improve service delivery across departments.

Qualifications

• Experience in the higher education sector is essential.
• Proven experience migrating Exchange on-premise to Exchange Online.

Responsibilities

• Manage and develop core IT services in Windows environments.
• Provide technical leadership and improve IT service delivery.

Skills

Microsoft 365 administration

Active Directory

Backup systems

Technical leadership

Service improvements

Problem-solving skills

Communication

Education

Degree in IT or equivalent experience

MCSE certification

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Senior Information Technology System Administrator, Chester

Client: Salt

Location: Chester, United Kingdom

Job Category: Other

EU work permit required: Yes

Job Views: 4

Posted: 04.06.2025

Expiry Date: 19.07.2025

Job Description:

I'm working with a leading university in the south of England seeking a Senior IT Systems Administrator (Windows).

The role involves managing and developing core IT services, with a focus on Windows Server Environments, Active Directory, Office 365, and backup/disaster recovery solutions. The position also requires providing technical leadership and driving service improvements across the IT infrastructure team.

Must Have Experience:

• Microsoft 365 (Office 365) - administration, support, and development
• Exchange / Exchange Online - proven experience migrating on-premise Exchange to Exchange Online
• Backup systems and disaster recovery processes
• Experience working in or with the higher education sector

Essentials:

• Strong communication and problem-solving skills
• Ability to explain technical concepts to non-technical users
• Collaborative team player with a customer-focused mindset
• Degree in IT (or equivalent experience) or MCSE certification
• Hands-on experience with at least three of the following: Exchange, ADFS, Azure AD, Citrix, Office 365, patching, email security
• Familiarity with ITIL or structured service environments

Please do not apply if you lack experience in higher education or proven experience migrating Exchange on-premise to Exchange Online.

Location: South of England - Hybrid (2 days onsite)

Note: If shortlisted, you will be asked to submit supporting statements via a set of questions.

If interested or you know someone suitable, send your CV to [emailprotected]