Windows System Administrator

Ready to Shape the Future of IT Infrastructure with Lockheed Martin Strategic Systems?

Following an internal promotion, we're excited to offer a unique opportunity for a Windows System Administrator to join our Lockheed Martin team based in Bristol. With our 4xFlex working pattern, a 4 week from Monday to Thursday, hybrid and flexible working (typically 2 days a week onsite) you'll have a balanced work-life schedule while making an impact in a global organisation.

Why join Lockheed Martin?

In this role, you'll be part of a dynamic, solutions-focused team, bringing your technical expertise to the forefront to manage, maintain, and enhance critical IT infrastructure. Here, you'll have the chance to work on projects that truly matter, supporting technology and security at one of the world's leading defense and aerospace companies.

Required skills, qualifications and experience:

• Proven experience as an Infrastructure Engineer or similar 3rd line support role
• Experience with Windows Server (2016/2019/2022), Active Directory, DNS, DHCP
• Experience with Windows Exchange Server
• Proficiency in networking concepts and hardware, including VLANs, Firewalls, VPNs, and Routers
• Strong experience with virtualization platforms (VMware or Hyper-V)
• Understanding of security best practices, backup concepts and disaster recovery planning

Key Responsibilities:

• Support & Troubleshoot: Maintain and resolve issues with our server and network infrastructure.
• Virtualization: Configure and manage platforms like VMware and Hyper-V.
• Systems Administration: Manage Windows Server environments, Active Directory, and group policies.
• Network Management: Monitor network performance and resolve connectivity issues (Firewalls, Routers, Switches).
• Data Protection: Oversee backup, disaster recovery, and data integrity solutions.
• Security Standards: Implement and maintain critical security protocols.
• Project Work: Contribute to impactful IT infrastructure projects.

The successful candidate must achieve the appropriate level (SC) of security clearance.

Equal Opportunity Statement

Lockheed Martin is proud to be an equal opportunity employer and is committed to maintaining a diverse and inclusive work environment. Diversity and inclusion are fundamental to our culture and reflect our values of doing what's right, respecting others and performing with excellence. By engaging with all our employees' diverse talents and experiences every day, we can innovate different and better, creating cutting edge solutions and unparalleled customer value.

We know that diversity of thought leads to better solutions for our customers. Our top priority is finding the best candidate for the job and if you are interested in the position, we'd love to hear how you might contribute to our mission and our team and would encourage you to apply, even if you don't believe you meet every one of the criteria set out in our job advert.