CIS System Administrator
Greater London, South East, England
Posted: | 14d ago |
Location: | Greater London, South East, England |
Job Ref: | BH-50355 |
Expiry date: | 12/10/2024 |
Job Opportunity: CIS System Administrator
Sector: Public Sector/Defence (Outside IR35)
Location: Northwood, UK
Start Date: 15 January 2025
Contract Length: 48 sprints (approximately 48 weeks)
Security Clearance: Nato Secret/ SC/DV required!
Role OverviewA leading public sector organization seeks a skilled CIS System Administrator to support and enhance critical CIS systems. This role involves working in a fast-paced, agile team environment, with potential travel to international locations and onboard vessels. The position requires strong technical expertise and the physical ability to manage equipment up to 25kg.
Key Responsibilities
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Sector: Public Sector/Defence (Outside IR35)
Location: Northwood, UK
Start Date: 15 January 2025
Contract Length: 48 sprints (approximately 48 weeks)
Security Clearance: Nato Secret/ SC/DV required!
Role OverviewA leading public sector organization seeks a skilled CIS System Administrator to support and enhance critical CIS systems. This role involves working in a fast-paced, agile team environment, with potential travel to international locations and onboard vessels. The position requires strong technical expertise and the physical ability to manage equipment up to 25kg.
Key Responsibilities
- Upgrade virtual infrastructure using VMware VCSA on mobile platforms.
- Develop and refine Standard Operating Practices (SOPs) for hardware upgrades.
- Provide remote support for maritime systems and configure remote UPS management.
- Apply software and firmware updates and conduct hardware diagnostics.
- Monitor system logs, configure automated backups, and ensure data integrity.
- Support cybersecurity investigations and maintain configuration management compliance.
- Evaluate failed CIS assets for disposal, manage disaster recovery operations, and respond to user issues promptly (written response within 30 minutes).
- Collaborate in sprint-planning meetings to define weekly objectives.
- Security Clearance: Valid national security clearance at NATO SECRET level.
- Educational Background:
- Higher vocational training with 3 years of relevant experience, OR
- Secondary education with 5 years of relevant experience.
- Technical Expertise:
- VMware Virtualisation, SAN technology, and Windows workstation imaging.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Server Technologies, Active Directory, and Exchange.
- Familiarity with ITIL IT service management, incident, and problem management processes.
- Strong technical documentation and user guide development skills.
- Personal Skills:
- Strong customer focus with excellent communication and problem-solving abilities.
- Ability to work independently, prioritize tasks, and handle stressful situations with professionalism and empathy.
- Location: Northwood, UK (with potential travel to international sites).
- Contract Start Date: 15 January 2025.
- Contract Length: 48 sprints (approx. 48 weeks).
- IR35 Status: Outside IR35.
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