Systems and Network Administrator

Description

Santa Maria College is a leading Catholic girls' school, founded by the Sisters of Mercy with 1,280 students in Years 5-12 including 150 boarders.

 

We are seeking to appoint an enthusiastic and experienced Systems and Network Administrator.  The role will be responsible for the implementation, operation and support of products and services delivered to the end user.  The Systems and Network Administrator will maintain systems, servers and devices, attend to daily operations, assist with projects and carry out efficient administration practices.

 

This role is a full-time ongoing position, commencing in October 2024.

 

KEY SELECTION CRITERIA

 

The successful candidate will demonstrate the following essential skills:

 

Technical Expertise:

  • Strong grasp of key networking and systems concepts.
  • Proficient in JAMF & Apple support (OSX and iOS).
  • Proficient in Microsoft environment desktop support.
  • Extensive experience with firewalls, routing, and switching (Cisco and Fortinet).
  • Experience with cloud technologies like Microsoft 365 (Entra, AutoPilot, Intune etc).
  • Strong Microsoft Windows Server administration skills.
  • Experience with infrastructure such as VMware environments, servers, and SAN solutions

Communication & Problem-Solving:

  • Excellent interpersonal, verbal, and written communication.
  • Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.

Additional Skills & Attributes:

  • Proven success in delivering operational technologies, services, and ICT solutions.
  • Familiar with information systems in education, particularly school management systems, learning management systems and web portal solutions.
  • Maintains confidentiality and discretion in all work-related interactions.
  • Proactively monitors, analyses, and resolves server and network issues.
  • Dedicated to providing excellent customer service.

Desirable but not essential:

  • Experience in a comparable role in either a school or tertiary institute
  • Demonstrated capability to assist teachers in effectively and appropriately integrating ICT into teaching and learning
  • Creation of professional technical documentation
  • Extensive experience & troubleshooting skill in network hardware and firewalls
  • Experience in VMware and Virtualisation tools
  • Backup strategies with 3-2-1 best practices
  • EDR Solutions – Policies and Management
  • Essential 8 and SMB1001 experience
  • Assist & troubleshoot with AV Systems for events
  • Cross-functional role to assist the ICT Team when needed
  • Experience delivering projects from conception to completion

ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS

  • A current and validated National Criminal History Record Check (as issued by the Western Australian Department of Education)
  • Working With Children Check
  • Completion of Child Protection Training on appointment

The College provides an excellent working environment, promotes staff development and encourages innovation.

 

We offer an excellent learning environment where all students are encouraged to strive for excellence.

 

Our Mercy values provide the foundation of all we do and we have a strong Pastoral Care focus for staff and students.

 

Santa Maria is committed to providing a safe, supportive learning environment so that students can thrive.

 

The College is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer. Both men and women are encouraged to apply for this position.

 

Applications close Tuesday 8 October 2024 at 9.00 am.

 

Further information about the College and the position is available on our website, www.santamaria.wa.edu.au under ‘Careers’.

Your application should include:

  1. Completion of the SEEK on-line Application.
  2. A full Resume.
  3. A letter no more than two pages addressing selection criteria.
Type
Jobs @ Independent Schools
Closing Date
08 Oct 2024 9:00
School
Santa Maria College