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Systems / Networks Administrator (Jnr/Mid level)

Full-time Sequence Collective Ltd in Cardiff

The Networks department within Sequence is undergoing a radical review and is investing heavily in new technology and staff to support a substantial programme of work that will shape the future of Sequence into a more efficient and capable organisation.

With the continued growth of the company over the last 3 years and focus on delivering excellence has resulted in a demand for an additional team member to help us deliver and maintain our stunning projects. The successful candidate will receive the required training that will help with the continued development of their support skills.

Main Duties:

Working with senior systems administrators that are responsible for the management of all the systems that make up the Sequence web hosting infrastructure, the successful applicant will be heavily involved in the following tasks
• Demonstrable methodical approach to the analysis and resolution of technical faults.
• Must be willing to learn and adapt to the demands of a dynamic environment… You will learn!
• System monitoring, verifying the availability of all server resources, systems and key processes, reviewing system and application logs, and verifying completion of scheduled jobs.
• Monitoring daily backup operations, ensuring all required file systems and system data are successfully backed up.
• Apply OS patches and upgrades on a regular basis.
• Investigate and troubleshoot issues as required (2nd line support).
• Upgrade administrative tools and utilities.
• Configure / add new services as necessary.
• Maintain operational and configuration procedures.
• Ensure that documentation and procedures are up to date.
• Manage the availability of all client web applications.
• Willingness to work outside of normal hours when the situation demands it.

The successful applicant will be required to undertake a BPSS level Security Clearance to be able to perform key operational duties.

There is a strong commitment to training to help the successful candidate achieve progression.

Essential skills and experience:

• Microsoft Windows Server Products
• Microsoft Windows Server (2003 and 2008),
• Candidate must be fully familiar with IIS6/7.
• Active directory
• Microsoft SQL Server 2005/2008.

Certification and/or proven experience as a system administrator would be a distinct advantage.

• Exposure to / experience of supporting Linux operating systems.
• Exposure and working knowledge of Cisco Firewall / Switching devices. (CCNA would be beneficial)
• Understanding and experience of managing virtual server environments (VMware/HyperV)
• Experience of creating and maintaining scripted updates to automate the basic tasks.
• Operating understanding of DNS management and networking protocols.
• Customer Service – Works well individually, within a team, to deliver an exceptional standard of customer service.

Desirable attributes:

• Proven interest and understanding of web technologies
• Cloud hosting technologies
• SharePoint administration and maintenance.

Employment Terms:

Post Type – Permanent, there is a requirement for the individual to provide out of hours on-call cover (on rota)

Why work for us?

We are one of Wales’ largest independent digital agencies. We work with some leading brands and have a reputation for delivering creative and cutting edge projects.
Our team is dedicated and passionate about what they do. We actively encourage continuous learning and development and reward talent. We offer competitive salaries, contributory pension, childcare voucher scheme, cycle purchase scheme, training and conferences, subsidised gym membership, working from home days, duvet days and much, much more.

Interview and employment location:Cardiff

How to apply :

Please submit your CV via e-mail to [email protected] or alternatively by post:

Sequence
Fitzalan House
Fitzalan Court
Cardiff
CF24 0EL

Sequence is committed to providing services which embrace diversity and which promote equality of opportunity. We also offer a guaranteed interview scheme for disabled applicants who meet our minimum selection criteria.

We will not tolerate discrimination on any of the following: gender, marital status, sexual orientation, race, colour, nationality, religion, age, disability, HIV positivity, working pattern, caring responsibilities, trade union activity or political beliefs – or any other grounds.


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Published at 26-04-2012
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