Senior Information Technology System Administrator

JR United Kingdom; Colchester; Hybrid; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading University in the South of England is seeking a Senior IT Systems Administrator specializing in Windows environments. The role emphasizes developing IT services, managing Microsoft 365, and enhancing technical performance. Ideal candidates will possess relevant experience in the higher education sector and strong communication skills.

Qualifications

• Proven experience migrating Exchange on-premise to Exchange online is essential.
• Hands-on experience with Exchange, ADFS, Azure AD, Citrix, Office 365.
• Experience in the higher education sector is a must.

Responsibilities

• Manage and develop core IT services with a focus on Windows Server Environments.
• Lead technical improvements and service enhancements across the IT team.
• Collaborate with non-technical users to explain IT concepts clearly.

Skills

Communication

Problem Solving

Customer Focus

Education

Degree in IT (or equivalent experience)

MCSE certification

Tools

Microsoft 365

Exchange / Exchange Online

Azure AD

Active Directory

ITIL

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Salt

Location:

colchester, United Kingdom

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Other

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Posted:

04.06.2025

Expiry Date:

19.07.2025

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Job Description:

I'm working with a leading University in the South of England who are looking for a Senior IT Systems Administrator (Windows).

The role is focused on managing and developing core IT services, with a strong emphasis on Windows Server Environments, Active Directory, Office 365, and backup/ disaster recovery solutions. The position also plays a key part in technical leadership and service improvement across the IT infrastructure team.

? MUST HAVE EXPERIENCE:

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

? ESSENTIALS:

• Strong communication & 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 with at least 3: Exchange, ADFS, Azure AD, Citrix, Office 365, patching, email security
• Familiarity with ITIL or structured service environments#

PLEASE DO NOT APPLY IF YOU DO NOT HAVE EXPERIENCE WORKING WITHIN HIGHER EDUCATION OR PROVEN EXPERIENCE OF MIGRATING EXCHANGE ON PREMISE TO EXCHANGE ONLINE

Location: South of England- Hybrid 2 days onsite

If you are shortlisted for the role, I will provide a set of questions for which you'll need to submit supporting statement responses as part of your application.

If you're interested in the role or know someone who might be, send your CV to [emailprotected]