Systems Administrator

Systems Administrator

Location: Gloucester (Hybrid 2-days per week in office)

Salary: £36,000 - £41,000 per annum

Benefits: Enhanced Pension, flexible working, generous annual leave, career development

Our client, a leading public sector organisation, is hiring an Systems Administrator to support and maintain its core IT infrastructure. This role is critical in ensuring systems remain reliable, secure, and aligned with business needs across a complex enterprise environment.

You'll play a key role in managing servers, networks, and cloud platforms, while providing advanced technical support and contributing to continuous improvement across the infrastructure estate.

What you'll do

• Administer and maintain enterprise IT infrastructure, including servers, networks, and applications
• Install, configure, and support Windows-based systems and services
• Manage user access, permissions, and identity services across Active Directory and Entra AD
• Support and administer Microsoft 365 and Azure environments
• Monitor system performance, apply patches, and manage security updates
• Provide third-line technical support and resolve complex infrastructure issues

You'll work closely with Digital, ICT, and wider business teams to ensure technology services effectively support operational delivery.

What we're looking for

• Proven experience supporting enterprise IT infrastructure in a complex environment
• Strong knowledge of Microsoft technologies, including Windows OS, Windows Server, Exchange, and Active Directory / Entra AD
• Experience administering Microsoft 365 and Azure platforms
• Strong troubleshooting skills with a proactive approach to system improvement
• Excellent communication skills and a customer-focused mindset

The ideal candidate will bring a collaborative, adaptable approach and enjoy working in a service-driven, public-facing environment. Experience within local government or the wider public sector is desirable, but not essential.

Why join?

• Flexible and hybrid working options
• 25.5 days annual leave, rising to 30.5 days after 5 years' service
• Local Government Pension Scheme (LGPS)
• Career development, training, and qualification opportunities
• Supportive team culture with strong wellbeing and employee benefits

Apply now to play a key role in maintaining and improving enterprise systems that support essential public services.