Job Title:
System Administrator
Location:
Aberporth, Wales, United Kingdom
Role Type:
Permanent – Full Time
Package: £44,550-£49,500 (salary dependent on experience) + Benefits
Role ID: SF20414
Are you ready to be part of the future? At QinetiQ, we’re not just imagining tomorrow we are creating it. From cutting-edge defence technology to ground-breaking innovations our mission is to empower and protect lives. Join us as a Systems Administrator at our MOD Aberporth site, where you will have the opportunity to work with cutting-edge technology in partnership with some of the most brilliant minds.
The Role
As a Systems Administrator, you will play a vital role in maintaining and supporting the Trials Control System (TCS), a specialist command, control and instrumentation platform used to support military test ranges, uncrewed vehicles and live-fire training activities.
Day-to-day, you'll support, troubleshoot and maintain critical server and network infrastructure across the TCS Development Environment, TCS Test Network and deployed TCS systems. Working as part of a close-knit team, you'll help ensure the availability and resilience of systems that are central to the safe operation of the MoD Aberporth Weapons Range.
Your responsibilities will include:
Supporting, troubleshooting and maintaining TCS servers, networks and associated infrastructure
Managing production environments and supporting range control operations to minimise downtime
Implementing and supporting system changes through established change management processes
Managing software and hardware procurement activities, including supplier engagement and contract support
Maintaining installation, support and technical documentation to ensure systems remain supportable and compliant
Supporting vulnerability management, system patching, disaster recovery activities and wider IT service operations
Essential experience of the Systems Administrator :
Previous experience in a System Administrator, Infrastructure Engineer, IT Support Engineer or similar role
Strong knowledge of Windows Server administration and enterprise infrastructure support
Experience supporting virtualised environments using VMware ESXi or similar technologies
Understanding of LAN/WAN networking, DNS, DHCP, firewalls and server hardware maintenance
Experience with disaster recovery planning, system resilience and operational support
Ability to work independently, manage multiple priorities and communicate effectively with both technical and non-technical stakeholders
Essential qualifications for the Systems Administrator :
Degree in Computer Science, Information Technology or a related discipline
Demonstrable equivalent experience, typically gained through 3-5 years of System Administration experience in a similar environment
The following certifications would be advantageous:
Microsoft Certified: Windows Server Hybrid Administrator Associate
Red Hat Certified System Administrator (RHCSA)
Oracle Linux certification
We value difference and we don’t have a fixed idea when it comes to background or education, provided you can show the required level of experience and willingness to learn then we would like to hear from you.
This role is 37 hours per week based at our MOD Aberporth site 5-days per week. MOD Aberporth provides a large secure safety area for the testing of air launched weapons and Unmanned Aerial Systems (UAS). Work at MOD Aberporth is conducted on behalf of the MOD, under contract with the Secretary of State for Defence.
Please note that all applicants for this role must be willing to go through DV Clearance.
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Our Recruitment Process:
At QinetiQ we are committed to building an inclusive, accessible and welcoming workplace where everyone feels valued and supported. We believe that a diverse mix of backgrounds, perspectives and experiences drives innovation and leads to better outcomes for our people, customers and communities. We encourage applications from all candidates and are a disability confident committed employer. If you have a disability or need any reasonable adjustments during the recruitment process, please let us know by emailing [email protected] . One of our recruitment team will contact you.
Many roles in QinetiQ are subject to national security vetting being completed, applicants who already hold the appropriate level of vetting may be able to transfer it upon appointment. A number of roles are also subject to additional restrictions, which means factors such as nationality or previous nationalities may affect the roles that you can be employed in.
Why Join QinetiQ?
As we continue to grow into new markets around the world, there’s never been a more exciting time to join QinetiQ. The formula for success is our appetite for innovation and having the courage to take on a wide variety of complex challenges.
As a QinetiQ employee, you’ll experience a unique working environment where teams from different backgrounds, disciplines and experiences enjoy collaborating widely and openly as we undertake this exciting and rewarding journey. Through effective teamwork, and pulling together, you’ll get to experience what happens when we all share different perspectives, blend disciplines, and link technologies; constantly discovering new ways of solving complex problems in a diverse and inclusive environment where you can be authentic, feel valued and realise your full potential. Visit our website to read more about our diverse and inclusive workplace culture . www.qinetiq.com/en/careers/life-at-qinetiq
Our Benefits
Matched contribution pension scheme, with life assurance
Generous holiday allowance, with the option to purchase additional days
Options to join Health Cash Plan, Private Medical Insurance and Dental Insurance
Employee discount portal: Personal Accident Insurance, Travel Insurance, Restaurants, Cinema Tickets and much more
We are proud to support the Armed Forces community by honouring the Armed Forces Covenant and maintaining our Gold Award standard in the Defence Employer Recognition Scheme
Volunteering Opportunities - helping charities and local community
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Benefits:
- Additional leave
- Company pension
- Cycle to work scheme
- Employee stock purchase plan
- Free flu jabs
- Free parking
- Health & wellbeing programme
- Life insurance
- On-site parking
- Referral programme
- Sick pay
- Store discount
Work Location: In person
