Senior Information Technology System Administrator

JR United Kingdom; Swindon; Hybrid; GBP 40,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading University in the South of England is seeking a Senior IT Systems Administrator with expertise in Windows environments and Microsoft 365. The role involves managing critical IT services, driving improvements, and providing technical leadership within the higher education sector. Ideal candidates will possess strong problem-solving skills, relevant qualifications, and proven experience in exchange migration.

Qualifications

• Experience migrating Exchange on-premise to Exchange Online.
• Strong technical skills in Windows Server Environments and Active Directory.
• Hands-on experience with Exchange, ADFS, Citrix, and Office 365.

Responsibilities

• Manage and develop core IT services with an emphasis on Windows Server and Office 365.
• Provide technical leadership and drive service improvement in IT infrastructure.
• Ensure backup and disaster recovery solutions are in place.

Skills

Microsoft 365

Problem-solving

Communication

Customer-focused mindset

Education

Degree in IT or equivalent experience

MCSE certification

Tools

Exchange

Azure AD

ITIL

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Senior Information Technology System Administrator, Swindon, Wiltshire

Client: Salt

Location: Swindon, Wiltshire, United Kingdom

Job Category: Other

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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 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 - proven experience 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 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

If shortlisted, I will provide a set of questions requiring supporting statement responses as part of your application.

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