IT Core Systems Specialist

We have an excellent opportunity to join our committed and knowledgeable IT & Audio Visual department as an IT Core Systems Specialist.

Reporting to the IT Core Systems Manager, you will undertake the installation, configuration, operation, maintenance, development, backup and securing of the college’s server infrastructure. This includes but is not limited to: - Data Centre's, Microsoft Cloud based Services, Server Infrastructure, storage systems, communications systems and software.

Responsibilities include:

• Assist with the administration, design, development and support of the college server infrastructure systems, both on-premise, hosted and cloud.
• Work to IT Security best practice and ensure IT Compliance to industry standards. Working with auditors as required to provide evidence to support compliance claims. To ensure that the infrastructure is regularly tested and monitored for security concerns.
• Ensure that the college infrastructure is documented and changes are managed via an agreed process.
• Resolve Third Line support calls that occur whether that be on premise or in the cloud and providing support, guidance and mentoring to first line and second line teams.
• Manage the college’s Server infrastructure and Data Centre as part of the IT core systems team.
• Assist in the management of college systems which come under the remit of the IT Core systems dept. (e.g., Security devices and services, Identity management and other network services.
• Support college remote access ensuring user, system and data security.
• Monitors traffic patterns and resource usage assisting the team to be proactive and ahead in terms of provision and capacity planning.
• Monitor environmental parameters and put practices in place to negate failure of such systems.

Hybrid working is negotiable for this role. This means you may be able to work a proportion of your time on campus and some remotely. We are open to discussing this with you during the application process as we recognise the benefits and importance of an environment that supports flexible working.

The Ideal Candidate

Our ideal candidate will be learner and quality-focused with a commitment to our vision of working together to transform lives. You should be able to contribute to our journey to Outstanding, creating a positive working and study environment, and, Equity, Diversity & Inclusion should be embedded within your core values.

Education & Training

• Educated to degree level in an IT related subject or equivalent relevant experience.
• Microsoft MCSE or VMware DCV qualification or equivalent relevant experience
• GCSE 5 – 9 or equivalent level 2 qualification in Maths or be prepared to pass a test prior to interview to demonstrate level 2 ability and then if appointed achieve within an agreed timescale
• GCSE 5 - 9 or equivalent level 2 qualification in English or be prepared to pass a test prior to interview to demonstrate level 2 ability and then if appointed achieve within an agreed timescale

Experience

• In-depth experience with a range of technologies including Active Directory, VMWare, Windows Server SCCM.
• Enterprise Level Data Centre Experience and working knowledge including Disaster Recovery and Backup Systems.
• Experience and working knowledge of Modern Windows Server 2016+ platforms and associated services.
• Experience of installing, configuring and managing VMware ESX server platforms.
• Experience and working knowledge of Microsoft Endpoint Manager, supporting Microsoft Azure services and Office 365 related technologies such as Exchange Online, Teams, OneDrive, SharePoint, Azure Active Directory and Azure Enterprise Applications that suitably reflects the structure, security and business interrelationships of an operationally complex organization.

For an informal discussion about the role, please email recruit@bradfordcollege.ac.uk

We reserve the right to close this vacancy early depending on the level of interest and number of applications so early application is advised.

Bradford College

At Bradford College, our ambition is to transform the lives of our learners, help them to aim higher and support them to achieve their goals.

Located in the heart of Bradford, we offer a wide range of courses at varying levels, with something to suit everyone. Undergraduate to postgraduate and professional qualifications to distance learning and short community courses.

We aim to attract and retain knowledgeable, passionate and focused individuals who can inspire, motivate and support both learners and colleagues. With a can-do attitude and desire for continuous self-improvement, you could make a difference in the lives of everyone at Bradford College.

Benefits of working at Bradford College: 

• Generous annual leave entitlement – equivalent to 30 days of holidays, plus bank holidays
• Additional college closure days, including 2-week Christmas closure
• Local government pension scheme, with a generous 18% employer contribution
• Annual salary reviews
• Career progression opportunities – 54% of all vacancies are filled internally
• Free sports and gym facilities
• Free wellbeing initiatives and access to our exclusive staff indoor and outdoor wellbeing space
• Confidential employee assistance service and on-site mental health first aiders
• Access to Bradford College benefits hub, offering retail, travel, leisure and dining discounts and cashback
• Discounts on greener travel – cycle to work scheme & local MetroCard and Northern Rail discounts
• Access to hair and beauty treatments in our student-led Signature Spa
• On-site dining facilities, including our award-winning Grove restaurant
• A host of training development opportunities
• Fantastic campus facilities, a short walk to public transport links in the heart of the City of Culture 2025
• The opportunity to work for an organisation that is truly committed to creating a better future for all through education and training.

*If you have the drive to further develop your skills and abilities, you will be given the support and opportunities you need to enhance your career. This includes access to in-house training and CPD, professional and academic qualifications and mentoring.

Bradford College is committed to supporting and promoting diversity and inclusion amongst our staff and student body. We promote applications across all sections of the community, recognising the benefits a diverse workforce can bring and therefore particularly encourage applications from groups which are underrepresented in our workforce.

We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of young people and vulnerable adults and expect staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Pre-employment checks will be undertaken for this post including a check with the Disclosure and Barring Service. Please note that social media checks will also be undertaken during the recruitment process.

Please be aware it is a criminal offence to apply for this post if you are barred from engaging in regulated activity in connection to children and vulnerable adults.