IT Systems Administrator

Continental Automotive Trading Uk Limited ,
Birmingham, West Midlands

Overview

About The Role The IT Administrator will ensure the essential smooth operation and continued development of the systems network infrastructure, ensuring the stable operation the organisation requires. Overseeing 4 locations, the role will design and implement IT solutions to solve business issues and improve business processes in a rapidly changing environment, within Continental rules and procedures. Responsibilities Develop network solutions to support business objectives and IT strategy. Develop and maintain effective network security systems. Provide users with technical support to ensure the effective and timely resolution of network / hardware deficiencies and the implementations of improvement actions. Keep tacit knowledge with new innovations, helping to ensure the company's IT infrastructure is on a competitive level, by implementing streamlined process and optimized tools. Coordinate activities associated with purchase and installation of software and hardware, whilst ensuring license compliance. Experience, Qualifications & Capabilities A background in 2nd/3rd line administration in mixed Windows/Linux environment Experience working in a multi-site network environment The ability to work both helpdesk and project-led manner to agreed SLAs. Excellent communication skills across different teams, Including both technical and non-technical audiences. Capable of working Independently and as part of a team without direct supervision. Experience of working with colleagues in other countries. Methodical approach to problem solving and documentation. Able to work calmly under pressure. Knowledge of the following products and technologies advantageous:- Windows server 2008-2016, Windows 7/10, Active Directory, AWS - Cloud, VMare, SAN/NAS, VOIP, Network skills - TCP/IP/DHCP/DNS, Firewall basics, LANDesk basics, Scripting skills - Powershell, Cisco, Web Servers IIS / Apache, Databases - MS SDQL/MySQL, Computer hardware or programming knowledge. What We Offer A competitive salary package with annual "Value Sharing Bonus" paid to all employees. A generous contributory pension scheme. Healthcare cash back scheme. 25 Days holiday. Employee discounts on Continental tyres and other products. Death in service insurance. Free on-site parking. On-going training and excellent personal development opportunities. The Interior division specializes in information management. It develops and produces network, information and communication solutions and services for cars and commercial vehicles. This enables and optimizes the control of the complex flow of information between the driver, passengers and the vehicle as well as mobile devices, other vehicles and the outside world. The focus is on systems integration. In addition, the Interior division is involved in cross-sector collaborations with leading companies. This job was originally posted as www.totaljobs.com/job/89757428