Senior Information Technology System Administrator

JR United Kingdom; Stoke-on-Trent; Hybrid; GBP 45,000 - 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 with a focus on Windows technologies. Candidates must have proven experience in higher education and migrating Exchange to Exchange Online. The position supports hybrid work, requiring two days onsite.

Qualifications

• Proven experience migrating Exchange to Exchange Online.
• Experience in the higher education sector is a must.

Responsibilities

• Manage and develop core IT services focused on Windows Server Environments.
• Provide technical leadership within the IT infrastructure team.

Skills

Microsoft 365 (Office 365)

Exchange

Backup solutions

Communication

Problem-solving

Team collaboration

Education

Degree in IT or equivalent experience

MCSE certification

Tools

ADFS

Azure AD

Citrix

ITIL

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Senior Information Technology System Administrator, Stoke-on-Trent

Client: Salt

Location: Stoke-on-Trent, 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. It also includes providing 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 from on-premise Exchange 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 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)

If shortlisted, you will be provided with questions to prepare supporting statements for your application.

If interested or for referral, send your CV to [emailprotected]