System Administrator - Azure & Infrastructure

Job Title:System Administrator - Azure & Infrastructure

Reports to: IT Director

Location: Southampton, with remote working

Job Type: Full-Time

Working hours: 37.5 hours Monday to Friday, 8:30 am to 5 pm, with an hour for lunch. Requirement to work outside of these hours on occasion.

About Us:

Aspire HE Technologies Ltd (the technology division of JSGroup) is at the forefront of digital transformation, providing cutting-edge solutions across the HE sector. We seek an experienced System Administrator with a strong background in Azure administration, Active Directory, Hyper-V, secure certificate management, and Fortinet firewalls to join our dynamic IT team. The ideal candidate will ensure the stable operation of our in-house network services and server environments.

Responsibilities:

- Administer and support core Microsoft, Azure, and Hyper-V technologies.

- Manage and maintain on-premises Active Directory and Azure Active Directory (AzureAD) services, ensuring seamless integration and synchronisation.

- Implement, manage, and maintain Hyper-V virtualisation environments, including setup, performance tuning, and disaster recovery planning.

- Oversee secure certificate management and renewal processes for internal and external websites, ensuring compliance with industry standards.

- Configure, manage and troubleshoot Fortinet firewall devices and security policies to protect network and data integrity.

- Monitor system performance, conduct regular security audits to detect any vulnerability, and execute preventive measures.

- Collaborate with IT teams to design and implement system structures, redundancy, and disaster recovery strategies.

- Provide technical support and guidance on infrastructure-related issues to IT staff and end-users.

- Keep up-to-date documentation of systems, configurations, and procedures.

Qualifications:

- At least 3 years of experience in system administration, including direct experience with Azure, Active Directory, and Hyper-V.

- Strong understanding of networking concepts and protocols, including TCP/IP, DNS, DHCP, VPNs, and firewalls.

- Proficiency in managing Fortinet firewall appliances and security services.

- Experience with secure certificate management, issuance, and renewal processes.

- Familiarity with scripting languages (PowerShell, Bash) for automation tasks.

- Strong problem-solving skills and the ability to work under pressure.

- Excellent communication and teamwork skills, with an ability to provide technical support and training to non-technical users.

What We Offer:

- Competitive salary and benefits package.

- Opportunities for professional development and certifications.

- A dynamic and supportive work environment.

- Remote work flexibility.

- Exposure to the latest technologies and industry practices.

How to Apply:

Please submit your resume, cover letter, and any relevant certifications. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted for an interview.