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:

1. Administer and support core Microsoft, Azure, and Hyper-V technologies.
2. Manage and maintain on-premises Active Directory and Azure Active Directory (AzureAD) services, ensuring seamless integration and synchronisation.
3. Implement, manage, and maintain Hyper-V virtualisation environments, including setup, performance tuning, and disaster recovery planning.
4. Oversee secure certificate management and renewal processes for internal and external websites, ensuring compliance with industry standards.
5. Configure, manage and troubleshoot Fortinet firewall devices and security policies to protect network and data integrity.
6. Monitor system performance, conduct regular security audits to detect any vulnerability, and execute preventive measures.
7. Collaborate with IT teams to design and implement system structures, redundancy, and disaster recovery strategies.
8. Provide technical support and guidance on infrastructure-related issues to IT staff and end-users.
9. Keep up-to-date documentation of systems, configurations, and procedures.

Qualifications:

1. At least 3 years of experience in system administration, including direct experience with Azure, Active Directory, and Hyper-V.
2. Strong understanding of networking concepts and protocols, including TCP/IP, DNS, DHCP, VPNs, and firewalls.
3. Proficiency in managing Fortinet firewall appliances and security services.
4. Experience with secure certificate management, issuance, and renewal processes.
5. Familiarity with scripting languages (PowerShell, Bash) for automation tasks.
6. Strong problem-solving skills and the ability to work under pressure.
7. Excellent communication and teamwork skills, with an ability to provide technical support and training to non-technical users.

What We Offer:

1. Competitive salary and benefits package.
2. Opportunities for professional development and certifications.
3. A dynamic and supportive work environment.
4. Remote work flexibility.
5. 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.