Job Description

Systems Administrator

Job Title: System Administrator

Department: Information Technology Department

Based at: Ewood Park stadium, Blackburn, BB2 4JF. Flexibility regarding location is required with occasional travel to other registered BRFC sites for the performance of duties.

Reports to: Head of IT

Responsible for: N/A

Hours of work: 37.5 hours per week plus any additional hours necessary for the performance of duties. This will include occasional evening and weekend Matchday work in accordance with the department's Matchday rota.

Contractual Status: Permanent

Job Purpose: To maintain, update and support the infrastructure and I.T. systems of the business.

Full description

Duties & Responsibilities:

Be committed to ensuring the safeguarding and welfare of all stakeholders promoting their well-being whilst maintaining professional boundaries;

To maintain, administer and document the company physical infrastructure including physical server portfolio, SAN storage devices and UPS devices.

To maintain / administer and document company domain support services such as GPO, DNS, DHCP, print (Papercut).

To maintain, administer and document the company virtual infrastructure (VMware).

To maintain, administer and document the company Cloud infrastructure within the M365 domain, (Azure, Admin Centres, SharePoint, Exchange).

To ensure updates and patches are applied to the systems under administration (Heimdal).

To monitor systems outside of business hours when necessary to maintain network health using communication systems in place.

To monitor and be proactive in network security systems, CrowdStrike, WatchGuard.

To work in the security operations centre (SOC) to develop the network security principles, policies and ensure security takes priority over other areas, M365 Purview, Entra, Intune.

To maintain the backups and manage the Disaster Recovery configuration (Barracuda).

To assist the Head of IT to maintain and develop the company DR/BCP/Cyber response plan.

To work alongside the Network (switch) engineer on VLAN management and troubleshooting.

To provide technical support to all departments (2nd Line) within the organisation.

To undertake/assist in I.T related projects as required.

To liaise with outside suppliers/support contactors as required.

To obtain quotes from preferred suppliers.

To maintain a regular review of current systems and to review new developments that would benefit the department and club.

To take an active part in meetings and when required, organise and chair meetings with staff and suppliers to the benefit of the project required.

To review and propose new technologies and software for the club as requested by Head of IT.

Lead on key projects, create and develop a project plan. Where necessary, meet deadlines and objectives to deliver projects on time as well as meeting other responsibilities.

Willingness to support events and match days, including evenings or weekends, as required.

Skills Required:

Strong interpersonal and written communication skills

Professional, pleasant, and approachable demeanour

Ability to work independently and under minimal supervision

Eagerness to learn and adopt new technologies

Team-oriented with a flexible, can-do attitude

Highly organized and capable of managing priorities effectively

Creative and analytical thinker with strong problem-solving skills

Commitment to ongoing professional development

Strong sense of responsibility, integrity, and attention to detail

Proven experience managing.

Knowledge Required:

Essential required experience and knowledge of the following:

Windows Server 2016 standard, 2019 and 2025

Active Directory & Group Policy

Azure Active Directory

Microsoft Exchange 365

Windows 11

Microsoft 365 Admin Centre

SharePoint Administration

Office 365 applications

Security configuration in M365 environment

CrowdStrike

DNS and DHCP services

WatchGuard firewalls

VMware virtual environments

Veeam and Barracuda solutions

Dell EqualLogic SAN storage systems

APC UPS hardware

Desirable Knowledge & Experience:

AI, ML and automation

SQL database administration

SSL certificate management

Learning Management Systems (LMS)

MS Entra & Purview administration

Cyber essentials and PCI compliance

Aruba CX switch command line

Network VLAN and topology

Working in an event-based or sporting environment.

Qualifications Required

Educated to degree level in Computing (desirable);

A-levels in a relevant field (or equivalent);

Minimum of five GCSEs including English and Math's at a Grade C or above or equivalent; and

To hold a valid UK driving license for the ability to travel to other sites as and when required.

DBS Check Required: Yes (Basic)

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Pay: 34,000.00-36,000.00 per year

Benefits:

Company pension Discounted or free food Employee discount Gym membership On-site parking Sick pay
Schedule:

Monday to Friday Weekend availability
Work Location: In person

Application deadline: 28/07/2025