Systems Administrator

Liverpool School of Tropical Medicine; Liverpool; Hybrid; GBP 30,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A prestigious educational institution in Liverpool is seeking a skilled System Administrator to manage and maintain its IT infrastructure. This role involves configuring and troubleshooting hardware and software, ensuring the efficiency of services, and providing support to users. Ideal candidates will have expertise in M365 services and a background in server administration. Benefits include generous annual leave and a supportive work environment.

Benefits

30 days annual leave

Generous pension schemes

Agile working environment

Discounted sports membership

Employee assistance programme

High street discounts

Cycle to work scheme

Qualifications

• Good working knowledge of M365 services.
• Backup solutions for on-premise and cloud.
• Windows Server role services knowledge.

Responsibilities

• Manage IT infrastructure and networks.
• Ensure secure and efficient system operation.
• Troubleshoot hardware and software issues.

Skills

M365 services knowledge

Analytical skills

Problem-solving skills

Network configuration

Education

BTEC Level 3 Diploma in IT or equivalent

Tools

Microsoft 365

Windows Server

NetApp ONTAP

Synology

Job description

Overview

Full time, FTC until May 2026 (with the potential for extension).

Liverpool, hybrid.

We’re looking for an experienced System Administrator to play a central role in ensuring the secure, reliable, and efficient running of our IT infrastructure, networks, and services. You’ll be managing, configuring, and maintaining a broad range of hardware, software, and cloud services, while also contributing to the design and delivery of new solutions. By proactively resolving issues, implementing improvements, and supporting projects, you’ll play a key role in minimising disruption, safeguarding systems, and enabling the organisation to achieve its mission.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage, configure and maintain IT infrastructure, networks, servers, and cloud services.
• Ensure secure, reliable, and efficient operation of systems, including monitoring, patching, and backups.
• Support the design, configuration, and delivery of new infrastructure solutions and projects.
• Troubleshoot and resolve hardware, software, networking, and system issues.
• Maintain accurate inventories, documentation, and procedures.
• Provide guidance and support to colleagues and users, escalating issues when required.
• Contribute to planning, improvements, and long-term development of IT services.

The Successful Candidate Will Demonstrate

• Possession of or studying towards BTEC Level 3 Diploma in IT or equivalent.
• A good working knowledge of M365 services, including Microsoft 365 apps for Enterprise, Azure Active Directory, Exchange Online and Microsoft Teams.
• Backup solutions for on-premise, cloud and M365.
• M365 tenant administration (Exchange Online, Teams, OneDrive, etc.).
• Windows Server role services (Group Policy, DNS, DHCP, Active Directory, IIS, Hyper-V, Remote Access, WDS & MDT, Print Services).
• Storage administration (NetApp ONTAP, Synology).
• Network configuration and maintenance (Routing, VLANs, NATs, Firewalls, VPNs).
• Analytical and problem-solving skills with ability to work under pressure.

To see a full list of responsibilities and requirements, please refer to the attached job description.

Additional Benefits Of Joining LSTM

• 30 days annual leave, plus bank holidays and 6 additional Christmas closure days.
• Generous occupational pension schemes.
• Agile working.
• Affiliated, discounted staff membership to the University of Liverpool Sports Centre.
• Employee assistance programme to support with employee well-being.
• High street discounts and cashback offers.
• Government-backed cycle to work scheme.
• Plus, a host of additional family friendly policies.

Application Process

To apply for the position, please click on the apply link and upload your CV and Covering Letter.

Due to the volume of applications we receive, we may close our vacancies early. It is therefore advisable to apply as early as possible if you would like to be considered for a role.

Inclusion and Safeguarding

Inclusion is central to our values at LSTM. We seek to attract and recruit people who reflect the diversity across our communities, regardless of sexual orientation, gender identity, ethnicity, nationality, faith or belief, social background, age, and disability. LSTM selects candidates based on skills, qualifications, and experience. We welcome conversations about flexible working and applications from those returning to employment after a break from their careers. LSTM actively promotes Equal Opportunities and Safeguarding Policies.