Senior Systems Administrator
12 Month Contract, Dublin
About the Company
Our client is a leading government body based in Dublin. They work a hybrid model, three days per week in the office.
About the Position
In this role you will join the existing IT team, responsible for support, maintenance and enhancement of their Server and Network infrastructure. This role will have a specific focus on enhancing security and cyber-resilience. You will provide technical and other leadership within the Networks & Systems team and will work with internal staff and third-party suppliers to deliver improvements to their network infrastructure and projects.
Key Responsibilities
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Lead the team that supports core Microsoft, Network, Citrix and VMware technologies.
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Take ownership of complex IT issues and work with the team (and SMEs across the business as required) to resolve these issues.
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Plan, manage and deliver projects to upgrade and implement infrastructural changes to support the organisation.
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Plan, manage and deliver process improvements.
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Define and document best practices and support procedures.
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Ensure that the AD, Windows Server and cloud estate are maintained to the highest levels of security and availability.
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Provide after-hours support for Infrastructure related emergencies as well occasional weekend maintenance.
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Assist with hardware, firewall, telecom and software vendor evaluation, recommendation, and negotiations.
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Mentor / cross train team members on existing and new technologies.
Experience/Requirements
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A relevant third level qualification
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Current relevant certifications (e.g. Microsoft Expert or equivalent)
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A minimum of 6 years’ experience delivering support and improvement projects in complex IT environments.
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3+ years’ experience in working with Office 365 / Azure ADFS
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Experience in one or more cloud platforms (AWS/Azure).
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Experience working in an organisation that holds recognised IT Security certifications (e.g. ISO27001, CyberEssentials +)
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Proven ability to lead and deliver technical projects
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Experience of working with and managing Third Parties and other suppliers
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Solid understanding and experience of LAN & WAN networking technologies
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Excellent written and verbal communications.
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Experience of leading a technical team.
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Practical experience with VMWare technologies.
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Practical experience of backup technologies.
An advantage f you also have:
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Practical experience of delivering improvements relating to compliance programmes (e.g. NIS-D/NIS2)
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Networking, Linux & Unix Administration
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Experience working in regulated sectors, including GxP.
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Experience and certification in service management – e.g. ITIL.
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Project management experience.
Remuneration
Very strong rate on offer and excellent working environment.
Contact
Please contact Derek Smyth on 01 5927861 or email or simply click the apply button.
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