Senior Information Technology System Administrator

JR United Kingdom; Guildford; Hybrid; GBP 40,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading University in the South of England is seeking a Senior IT Systems Administrator to manage core IT services and provide technical leadership. This hybrid role involves working 2 days onsite and emphasizes strong experience in Microsoft 365 and higher education. Ideal candidates will have proven experience in service improvement and disaster recovery processes.

Qualifications

• Experience in the higher education sector is mandatory.
• Hands-on experience with at least 3 tools such as Exchange, Citrix, or Office 365.

Responsibilities

• Manage core IT services focusing on Windows environments and disaster recovery.
• Provide technical leadership within the IT infrastructure team.
• Drive service improvement initiatives.

Skills

Communication

Problem Solving

Collaboration

Education

Degree in IT or MCSE certification

Tools

Microsoft 365

Exchange

Azure AD

ADFS

Citrix

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Client:

Salt

Location:

Guildford, 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 who are looking for a Senior IT Systems Administrator (Windows).

The role focuses on managing and developing core IT services, emphasizing Windows Server Environments, Active Directory, Office 365, and backup/disaster recovery solutions. The position also involves technical leadership and service improvement within the IT infrastructure team.

Must Have Experience:

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

Essential Skills:

• 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 3 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 working within higher education or proven experience migrating Exchange on-premise to Exchange Online.

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

Application process: If shortlisted, you will receive questions requiring supporting statement responses.

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