Systems Manager (HSDS)

TN United Kingdom; York; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in the UK is seeking a Systems Manager (HSDS) to oversee hardware and software systems, ensuring data security and coordinating with the systems team. The ideal candidate will have a degree in IT, experience in Linux systems, and strong problem-solving skills.

Qualifications

• Degree in IT-related field or equivalent experience (at least 2 years).
• Experience with Linux servers and services.
• Strong problem-solving and diagnostic skills.

Responsibilities

• Maintain all hardware systems and software applications managed by the ADS.
• Ensure the security of all data held by ADS and HSDS.
• Coordinate with the systems team at STFC Hartree.

Skills

Linux-based systems

Linux command line tools

Information security best practices

Interpersonal skills

Problem-solving

Technical documentation

Education

Degree in an IT-related field

Tools

PowerShell

Bash

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Job Title: Systems Manager (HSDS)

Under the overall supervision of the ADS Lead Applications Developer, the Systems Manager (HSDS) will work alongside the ADS Systems Manager to:

1. Maintain all hardware systems and software applications managed by the ADS, including new infrastructure developed as part of the HSDS.
2. Ensure the security of all data held by ADS and HSDS.
3. Coordinate with the systems team at STFC Hartree to ensure effective interworking of hardware and software applications.

Skills, Experience & Qualifications Needed

• Degree in an IT-related field or equivalent employment experience of at least two years.
• Knowledge of Linux-based systems and services.
• Experience using Linux command line tools for administration and supporting Linux servers and services.
• Understanding of information security best practices in a heterogeneous networked environment.
• Ability to work under pressure in a business-critical service environment.
• Excellent interpersonal skills and ability to work within a multi-disciplinary team.
• Ability to support users with varying levels of computing knowledge and experience.
• Proficiency in reading and writing technical and user documentation.
• Strong problem-solving and diagnostic skills.
• Experience in maintenance and management of server-based systems, supporting databases on Linux (particularly Oracle and PostgreSQL).
• Experience using tools such as PowerShell and Bash to automate IT functions and streamline service delivery.