Candidate Experience Leader | Talent Strategy Partner | Client Success Advocate | Bcom Marketing Management Location: Hybrid (Bedfordview) Employment Type: Full-Time WatersEdge Solutions is partnering with an established financial services business to recruit a highly skilled and proactive Systems Administrator. This is a hands‑on, critical infrastructure role responsible for the security, reliability, and performance of all IT systems. If you're passionate about high‑availability systems, cybersecurity, and enterprise‑level support, this role offers both responsibility and room to grow. About the Role As Systems Administrator, you'll manage company‑wide networks, servers, backups, and security protocols. You’ll be instrumental in designing, maintaining, and optimising the organisation’s IT environment—both on‑premises and in the cloud. This is a high‑impact role that demands strong technical acumen and excellent problem‑solving abilities in a dynamic business setting. Key Responsibilities Administer and optimise all IT infrastructure including LAN, WAN, VPN, firewalls, and servers Implement and manage robust cybersecurity frameworks including monitoring, patching, and user access controls Steer and support cloud migration (Azure) and ongoing hybrid infrastructure strategies Conduct regular system backups and disaster recovery testing Provide user training and support documentation Manage telephony infrastructure, vendor relationships, and software licensing Lead performance monitoring, troubleshooting, and system improvements Collaborate with IT leadership to define and enforce operational and security policies What You’ll Bring 3+ years' experience in infrastructure maintenance and support In-depth knowledge of cybersecurity best practices Strong expertise in Windows Server, Linux, Active Directory, TCP/IP, DNS, DHCP, VLANs Solid understanding of SQL backups and disaster recovery planning Familiarity with backup solutions (e.g., Veeam, Commvault) Experience with virtualisation platforms (e.g., Hyper‑V, VMware) Proficiency in scripting languages (PowerShell, Bash, Python) Strong communication skills and ability to work independently or in a team Nice to Have BSc in Computer Science or related field Certifications such as CompTIA Network+, Microsoft Azure Admin, CCNA, or Security+ Familiarity with tools like ManageEngine, SolarWinds, Zabbix, or Nagios Experience in the insurance or financial services sector Company Culture WatersEdge Solutions works with trusted organisations that prioritise operational excellence, resilience, and innovation. You’ll join a mission‑led team focused on delivering secure, scalable infrastructure in a people‑first environment. If you have not been contacted within 10 working days, please consider your application unsuccessful. Seniority level Mid‑Senior level Employment type Full-time Job function Information Technology Industries Technology, Information and Media #J-18808-Ljbffr