Job Specification: IT Systems Administrator (NPPV3 Eligible)
Location
- UK Mainland (remote or onsite working; travel to secure customer sites required)
Employment Type
- Full-time (subject to successful security clearance)
Rate
- £350 – £400 per day (dependent on experience and clearance status)
Security Requirement
- Non-Police Personnel Vetting Level 3 (NPPV3) – Essential
Overview
Experienced IT Systems Administrator supporting secure, law enforcement–aligned environments. Strong focus on Windows Server infrastructure, system reliability, security, and compliance within highly regulated settings.
Key Skills
- Windows Server Administration
- Active Directory (Users, Groups, GPOs)
- DNS, DHCP, File & Print Services
- Virtualisation (VMware / Hyper-V)
- System Monitoring & Alert Management
- Incident & Problem Management (ITIL)
- Patch Management & System Hardening
- Troubleshooting (Performance, OS, Authentication)
Core Responsibilities
- Manage and support server infrastructure (physical & virtual)
- Monitor systems, respond to alerts, and resolve incidents
- Maintain patching, updates, and security compliance
- Administer Active Directory and core services
- Support audits, documentation, and ITIL processes
- Work within strict NPPV3 security controls
Requirements
- Strong Windows Server & infrastructure experience
- Experience in secure / regulated environments
- ITIL awareness
- Eligible for NPPV3 clearance (SC preferred)
- Right to work in the UK
Desirable
- Public sector / law enforcement experience
- Managed services (MSP) background
- Experience with monitoring or RMM tools
Security & Eligibility Requirements (Mandatory)
To be considered, candidates must:
- Be eligible for NPPV Level 3 (NPPV3) clearance
- Have the right to work in the UK
- Typically meet UK residency requirements (as defined by vetting authorities)
- Be willing to complete:
- BPSS screening
- Police vetting and Security Check (SC)
- Financial and integrity checks
- Maintain required clearance throughout the contract
Preference will be given to candidates who already hold active NPPV3 or SC clearance.
Desirable Experience
- Previous work within:
- Police or law enforcement organisations
- Public sector or government environments
- Background in managed services or large-scale enterprise IT
- Experience with secure monitoring, RMM, or infrastructure management tools
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