At a Glance
- Tasks: Manage university data centres and cloud projects with minimal supervision.
- Company: Join a forward-thinking university team focused on modernising cloud environments.
- Benefits: Competitive salary, training in cloud skills, and opportunities for professional growth.
- Other info: Perfect for those looking to develop cloud skills and work independently.
- Why this job: Gain valuable cloud experience while working on impactful projects in a supportive environment.
- Qualifications: Experience in system administration and managing large server environments is essential.
The predicted salary is between 50160 - 50160 £ per year.
Our team is responsible for the university data centres and cloud; we are looking for a skilled technician who can self‑manage their time and work on projects without micromanagement.
AWS experience is preferred, though not required.
An interest in the cloud and being trained in cloud skills is necessary for the role.
At the same time, we continue to manage a server environment on the premises for the short and near term.
The successful candidate needs experience as a sysadmin, working with large server fleets, Windows, DC’s and VMware. Experience working in universities is beneficial.
For a full list of areas of responsibility, please refer to the attached job description.
We are currently modernising our native AWS cloud environment, where we host most of our servers.
Whilst cloud experience is beneficial, it is not required, we are training and upskilling our existing staff in cloud skill.
This job is perfect if you want to gain cloud skills and work operationally.
Knowledge and experience of system administration and managing large server environments is essential.
The ideal candidate will have experience working independently and as part of projects.
You must be able to communicate effectively with service owners from all parts of the university; therefore, good communication skills are essential.
You must be able to work independently.
Whilst the job description lists various skills, knowledge of Windows, VMware and Datacentres and hardware will be key to the job.
Understanding backups, Linux, AWS and automation is advantageous.
This is a full‑time, permanent position with a starting salary of £50,160 per annum (inclusive of London Weighting).
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Senior Server and Storage Specialist - Permanent in Kingston upon Thames employer: KINGSTON UNIVERSITY
Kingston University is an exceptional employer that prioritises academic excellence and student experience, offering a vibrant work culture where innovation and leadership are highly valued. With competitive salaries and opportunities for professional growth, employees are encouraged to develop their skills in a supportive environment, making it an ideal place for those passionate about shaping the future of legal education.
