IT Specialist & Systems Administrator

Armymkt; United Kingdom; On-site; GBP 46,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

A technology firm in Cambridge is seeking an IT Specialist & Systems Administrator to design and manage its infrastructure across cloud and on-premise environments. Ideal candidates will have experience in IT systems administration, cloud platform management, and a strong understanding of security compliance like GDPR. This full-time position offers a hybrid work model and a salary up to £55,000 plus benefits.

Qualifications

• Proven background in IT systems administration and cloud platform management.
• Strong technical knowledge across Windows/Linux, networking, and virtualisation.
• Familiarity with containerisation tools such as Docker and Kubernetes.
• Competence in scripting (PowerShell, Bash) and an automation-oriented mindset.
• Understanding of data protection and security compliance requirements.

Responsibilities

• Provide advanced (Tier 2/3) support to internal users.
• Manage and monitor cloud and on-premise environments (Azure / AWS).
• Ensure high system availability and performance across core IT services.
• Implement and oversee security controls including firewalls and endpoint protection.
• Support compliance with GDPR, ISO 27001, and other data governance frameworks.
• Collaborate with engineering teams on automation and CI/CD.
• Contribute to infrastructure-as-code initiatives and system monitoring improvements.

Skills

IT systems administration

Cloud platform management

Windows/Linux

Networking

Virtualisation

Docker

Kubernetes

PowerShell

Bash

Job description

IT Specialist & Systems Administrator

Permanent, Hybrid (Cambridge)

Up to £55,000 + Benefits

Method Resourcing is partnering with a medical diagnostics sector employer to recruit an IT Specialist & Systems Administrator.

Overview

This position will be responsible for the design, administration, and continuous improvement of the company's infrastructure, spanning cloud platforms, internal networks, and cybersecurity frameworks. The role ensures technology systems are available, secure, and compliant with regulatory standards.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide advanced (Tier 2/3) support to internal users and resolve complex technical incidents.
• Manage and monitor cloud and on-premise environments (Azure / AWS).
• Ensure high system availability and performance across core IT services.
• Implement and oversee security controls including firewalls and endpoint protection.
• Support compliance with GDPR, ISO 27001, and other data governance frameworks.
• Collaborate with engineering teams on automation, CI/CD, and containerised deployments.
• Contribute to infrastructure-as-code initiatives and system monitoring improvements.

Required Skills & Experience

• Proven background in IT systems administration and cloud platform management.
• Strong technical knowledge across Windows/Linux, networking, and virtualisation.
• Familiarity with containerisation tools (Docker, Kubernetes).
• Competence in scripting (PowerShell, Bash) and an automation-oriented mindset.
• Understanding of data protection and security compliance requirements.

Senior­ity Level

Mid‑Senior level

Employment Type

Full‑time

Job Function

Information Technology

RSG Plc is acting as an Employment Agency in relation to this vacancy.