Network & Systems Administrator

Scottish Leather Group; Glasgow; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading leather manufacturer in the United Kingdom is looking for a skilled Network & Systems Administrator for their IT team in Glasgow. You will be responsible for maintaining the IT infrastructure, ensuring network security, and implementing solutions like firewalls and cloud services. Candidates should have experience in networking, knowledge of Microsoft Active Directory, and strong problem-solving skills. Attractive benefits include company sick pay, enhanced annual leave, and access to a health programme.

Benefits

Company sick pay

Enhanced annual leave entitlement

Health and wellbeing programme

Employee Assistance Programme

Life assurance

Cycle to work scheme

Free on-site parking

Store discounts

Qualifications

• At least 3 years experience in a networking/infrastructure support related role.
• Strong understanding and knowledge of computer, network, and security systems.
• Own car and clean licence required.

Responsibilities

• Support and maintain IT infrastructure, ensuring network security and efficiency.
• Install, troubleshoot, and administer network solutions including firewalls and routers.
• Collaborate with IT management and external partners for security improvements.

Skills

Network security

Microsoft Active Directory

Analytical skills

Problem-solving skills

Communication skills

Education

Advanced training certifications or relevant degree

Tools

Cisco Networking Devices

Meraki Networking Devices

Job description

We are seeking a highly skilled Network & Systems Administrator to join our dedicated IT team based in Bridge of Weir, Glasgow. In this vital role, you will be responsible for supporting and maintaining Scottish Leather Group’s IT infrastructure, ensuring network security, efficiency and resilience. You will install, troubleshoot, and administer network solutions including firewalls, routers, switches, and cloud services, with a particular focus on Microsoft Active Directory and Azure Entra ID. Your expertise will contribute to safeguarding our systems through vulnerability assessments, security policy enforcement, and proactive monitoring. Collaborating closely with IT management and external partners, you will identify vulnerabilities, improve security measures and support our ongoing digital transformation efforts. The role demands a detail-oriented approach, strong problem-solving skills and a commitment to maintaining high security and operational standards across the organisation.

To be successful you will need:

• Advanced training certifications or relevant degree required.
• At least 3 years experience in a networking / infrastructure support related role.
• A strong understanding and knowledge of computer, network, and security systems.
• Knowledge of Microsoft Active Directory, Cisco & Meraki Networking Devices.
• Good teaching, interpersonal, and communication skills.
• Strong analytical, critical thinking, & problem-solving skills.
• Own car and clean licence required.

About Scottish Leather Group

At Scottish Leather Group, we produce the world’s lowest carbon leather due to our passion for leading sustainable manufacturing practices, continuous innovation, and outstanding services.

Our People

At Scottish Leather Group, we make it personal. We recognise that the uniqueness of everyone who works for us, contributes to our success and resilience. We believe in equality, diversity, and inclusion and welcome individuals from all backgrounds to consider a rewarding career with us. By joining us you will be embarking on an exciting career, where we will help you achieve your professional goals and encourage you to reach your full potential.

Our Values

Scottish Leather Group desires to establish the highest industry standards for quality, innovation, value, service, and care for the environment whilst upholding our Company values: promises kept; creativity at heart and excellence as standard.

Our Portfolio

We are the largest leather manufacturer in the United Kingdom and employ over 700 employees globally! Our specialist leathers are produced for a wide range of industries, including automotive, aviation, bus & coach, rail, furniture, and custom projects. We partner with hundreds of prestigious brands in more than 60 countries. Our customers include the likes of Aston Martin, Jaguar Land Rover, Polestar, Lucid, Emirates Airlines, Boeing & Philips.

Company Benefits

• Company sick pay
• Enhanced annual leave entitlement (increases with length of service)
• Health and wellbeing programme
• Employee Assistance Programme – including access to a private GP service and much more
• Life assurance
• Cycle to work scheme and Electric Vehicle schemesEmployee coaching programme
• Additional training and development opportunities
• Free on-site parking
• Access to a range of store discounts