Kraken Robotics is currently recruiting for a Systems Administrator to join our Aberdeen, Scotland office.
Full-Time – Permanent | Job Reference: KRSUK-2025-01

EDUCATION

• Bachelor’s degree in computer science, Information Technology, or a related field (or equivalent experience), or;
• IT related post-secondary degree or diploma.

EXPERIENCE

• At least 5 years of IT systems administration experience with a focus on Active Directory and Microsoft Intune.
• Proven expertise in developing, implementing, and troubleshooting Group Policy Objects (GPOs) and Entra conditional access policies.
• Strong background in deploying and managing device configuration policies, compliance rules, and software distribution using Microsoft Intune.
• Experience with endpoint security and mobile device management (MDM) strategies.
• In-depth experience administering Office 365 applications such as Exchange Online, Microsoft Teams (including telephony), and SharePoint.
• Experience maintaining and configuring virtual environments, including managing virtual machines on platforms like VMware, Hyper-V, or AWS Virtual Machines.
• Familiarity with Linux server management, including installation, configuration, and troubleshooting, is a strong asset.
• Experience applying security best practices, conducting audits, and ensuring compliance with organizational security baselines.
• Proven ability to implement advanced security solutions, such as threat detection tools (e.g., Microsoft Defender for Identity, Azure Sentinel) and vulnerability management.
• Hands-on experience troubleshooting network connectivity issues as they relate to system operations.

TECHNICAL SKILLS

• Strong knowledge of hybrid AD environments, Entra AD, and Microsoft Intune.
• Proficiency in Office 365 administration and GPO management.
• Expertise in scripting and automation using PowerShell, Python, or similar tools.
• Familiarity with backup and disaster recovery strategies.
• Networking fundamentals and troubleshooting experience.
• Familiarity with Linux system management is an asset.

SOFT SKILLS

• Competent problem-solving and analytical abilities.
• Effective communication and collaboration skills.
• Ability to prioritize and manage multiple responsibilities independently.
  To apply, please submit your application through our online portal via the following link: https://workforcenow.adp.com/mascsr/default/mdf/recruitment/recruitment.html?cid=1b2377c5-e4e5-4fb5-8ff7-729419275a54&ccId=92011508822152&lang=enCA&jobId=534831
  Job Type: Full-time

Benefits:

• Company pension
• On-site parking

Schedule:

• Monday to Friday

Work Location: In perso

ROLES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Kraken Robotics is seeking a highly skilled Systems Administrator to manage and maintain our hybrid Active Directory (AD) environment, Microsoft Intune, Office 365, infrastructure hardware, and other critical IT systems. The ideal candidate will ensure seamless integration across platforms, enforce security best practices, and provide Tier 3 support for operational issues. This role requires expertise in AD, endpoint management, system security, and infrastructure maintenance, along with a proactive approach to IT system optimization, project involvement, and documentation.