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August 28, 2024

Intellect

Cavan

CONTRACT


IT Systems Administrator

Senior System Administrator - Cavan Co.
Contract: Full-time, 1-year
Start Date: 30th October 2024
Work Hours: 8 hours per day, Monday – Friday (excluding bank and church holidays), between 08:30 and 18:30.

Are you an experienced IT professional with extensive knowledge in system administration, SCCM, and Intune management?
Do you have a proven track record of leading complex projects and managing high-performing teams?
We are seeking a Senior System Administrator to support multiple sites in the Cavan & Monaghan area.

The Role in Brief:
As a Senior System Administrator, you will be responsible for managing and maintaining the System Centre Configuration Manager (SCCM) and Intune infrastructure across various educational institutions. This role demands a professional with 7+ years of experience in system administration, leading complex IT projects, and providing high-level technical support. You will also collaborate with internal IT teams and third-party vendors to ensure smooth operations across networks, desktops, laptops, and servers.
Your role will include on-site application administration, system and network management, technical project leadership, and helpdesk management.
Key Responsibilities:
System Centre Configuration Manager (SCCM) & Intune Administration:
  • Manage, upgrade, and maintain the SCCM/Intune infrastructure across multiple sites.
  • Configure and manage client and server OS updates using SCCM/Intune.
  • Package and deploy software, including specialized educational applications (e.g., Solidworks, Auto DESK, Sibelius).
  • Troubleshoot deployment issues, including OSD, applications, packages, drivers, and updates.
  • Deploy and configure new site servers, manage asset collections, and monitor SCCM client/server performance.
  • Create and manage custom images for large-scale Windows 10/11 OS deployments.
System & Network Management:
  • Manage Windows Server environments (2012R2, 2016, 2019, 2022), including both physical and virtual systems.
  • Administer network devices, configure VPN tunnels, and oversee Wi-Fi systems.
  • Handle SSL certificate management, Bit Locker encryption, and backup monitoring.
  • Manage DHCP, DNS, ADDS, Defender for Endpoint, and other security protocols.
M365 Administration & Management:
  • Create and manage user accounts and groups in Active Directory and M365.
  • Manage mail flow, exchange rules & policies, and configure trusted domains.
  • Develop custom MGGraph Power Shell scripts and manage Microsoft Teams policies.
Helpdesk Management:
  • Administer the Freshdesk Helpdesk platform and manage L2 & L3 ICT tickets.
  • Coordinate technical team duties, ensuring timely completion of ICT cases.
  • Document and report issues and resolutions on the helpdesk system.
  • Project Leadership & Strategic Alignment:
  • Lead IT projects and contribute to strategic IT planning.
  • Align audit projects with organizational strategy and provide expert guidance during procurement and selection processes.
Mandatory Experience and Skill Requirements:
  • Experience: 7+ years of professional experience in system administration, with a focus on SCCM, Intune, and large-scale IT environments.
  • Technical Expertise:
  • Deep knowledge of SCCM administration and deployment in large environments.
  • Proficiency in Intune mobile device management and application deployment.
  • Strong experience with Windows Server, Windows 10/11, and network management.
  • Project Leadership: Demonstrated experience in leading and coordinating complex IT projects.
  • Helpdesk Management: Experience in Freshdesk Helpdesk software administration.
  • Full, clean driving license required.
Qualifications:
  • Freshdesk Product Expert Certification for Admins
  • MTA: Windows Server Administration Fundamentals
  • MCTS: Administering and Deploying System Centre 2012 Configuration Manager MD-101 Managing Modern Desktops
  • Microsoft 365 Certified Fundamentals
  • AZ-900 Microsoft Certified Azure Fundamentals
  • Windows 10 Intune Device Management
  • Professional Diploma in Cyber Security
Note: Certification copies will be required prior to the contract award.
This role offers the opportunity to contribute to significant IT initiatives and lead technical projects in a dynamic environment.
Apply Now if you meet the mandatory requirements and are ready for this exciting Senior System Administrator role in Cavan & Monaghan.
Job Type: Fixed term
Contract length: 12 months

Pay: €33,595.29-€69,559.21 per year
Benefits:
  • On-site parking
Schedule:
  • Monday to Friday
Work Location: In person

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