Systems Administrator

Hitachi Vantara Corporation; London; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A global technology company is seeking an IT administrator for its RON Project in London. This role involves maintaining IT systems, managing user accounts, and resolving technical issues related to RON architecture. The ideal candidate will have strong problem-solving skills and experience in IT administration. Flexibility in working hours is offered to support work-life balance.

Benefits

Market-leading training and development

Mentoring from industry experts

Flexible start and finish times

Qualifications

• Experience in IT administration for at least 2 years.
• Knowledge of RON architecture and management systems.
• Ability to manage AD and handle server upgrades.

Responsibilities

• Maintain Group Policy and manage user accounts.
• Handle server maintenance and virtualization tasks.
• Resolve issues with RON management systems.

Skills

Experience of working using own initiative

Self-motivated

Problem solving skills

Excellent communication skills

Tools

Windows

Nagios

Splunk

Metrix

Job description

About Hitachi Rail

Hitachi Rail offers a global, diverse environment at the cutting edge of digital transformation and technology. We value sustainable and innovative ways of working that bring people together, with opportunities for growth across our global organisation.

Location

London, Greater London, United Kingdom (On-Site). Working style: On site, 24/7 shift pattern. The role is based at the Palestra site and may involve other designated programme sites such as Waterloo.

Opportunity overview

This is a temporary role designed to coincide with the duration of the project; expected to be around 18 months. The role will play a key part within the Services job family, working on the RON Project. It is responsible for overall administration rights for the RON related systems. The role holder should be knowledgeable on the RON architecture and how it links together, and have an in-depth understanding of procedures in the event services fail. The successful candidate will also handle issues escalated from O&M staff.

Responsibilities

• Group Policy Maintenance
• Managing/processing new starters, movers and leavers
• Passwords resets
• AD Management
• Storage Management
• Backup and Disaster Recovery (obtaining VMs from backups and importing them)
• Virtualisation Management
• Server Maintenance and Upgrades
• Login/logoff activities for new systems and applications
• Distributed file storage/sharing
• Management/admin rights for IT infrastructure (Windows, Nagios, Splunk, etc.)
• Management/admin rights for distribution network (Nokia NSP, IP/MPLS)
• Resolving faults with the RON management systems (including reinstallation if needed)
• Run book (Service Centre Technical Document)
• Use of Metrix

Human skills

• Experience of working using own initiative and within a team environment
• Self-motivated and self-aware
• Problem solving skills
• Self-disciplined
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Strong written skills for documentation and reporting

What to expect

We aim to complete a single-stage interview process, held in person at our Palestra or Waterloo site. The interview will focus on technical and behavioural competencies. Reasonable adjustments are available with prior notice; please inform the TA partner if required.

What We Can Offer

We are committed to opportunities that enable you to be your best. We offer market-leading training, development and experiences, with mentoring and coaching from industry experts. We hire from within as a priority, providing opportunities across our diverse global organisation.

Flexibility

Your health and well-being matter. We offer flexibility to tailor start and finish times where possible to cover customer needs, supporting a pattern that suits your lifestyle and ambitions.

Thank you for your interest in Hitachi Rail. If your application is of interest, we will be in contact. We are committed to creating an inclusive environment and are proud to be an equal opportunity employer.

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