Systems, Networks and Security Administrator

We’re building great things, and we need your talent.The Company

At ANGOKA, our mission is to secure the digital foundations of the modern world, embedding trust, resilience, and safety into the communication and data networks that underpin smart cities, autonomous systems, and future aviation. As recent events in Europe and across the world have highlighted how many of these sectors are increasingly vulnerable to cyberattacks.

ANGOKA is building the technology platform for a safer, more connected future aviation system. Our aim is to focus and operate first in aerospace, and the resultant product and systems would map rapidly across to other sectors: defence and space.

The Role

We are looking for an enthusiastic, results-oriented systems and networks administrator with a can-do attitude and thirst for IT and security to join some of the industry’s brightest minds and be dedicated to developing hardware and software authentication and encryption solutions.

As a Systems, Networks, and Security Administrator, you will ensure the availability and integrity of the business’s digital infrastructure from devices, networks, systems, and applications. You will be responsible for day-to-day administrative functions such as System Maintenance, IT Administration, Security Administration, Backup Recovery, MSP Liaison, IT Project Support, and more.

This role offers the opportunity for significant learning and professional development while contributing significantly to our growth. It would be ideal for an early-stage professional looking to develop their career in a fast-scaling start-up.

What you will do

• Install, configure, upgrade and maintain business-critical systems and IT assets, such as laptops, network equipment, servers, printers, mobile phones and enterprise applications
• Create and maintain users’ accounts across business-critical systems
• Manage and administer all business-critical systems
• Monitor and manage business-critical assets and systems performance to ensure high availability, data integrity and business continuity
• Collate and maintain accurate IT and system performance metrics
• Provide on-premise and remote 1st and 2nd line IT Support for all users across multiple business sites
• Review, manage, update and maintain the accuracy of IT assets and critical systems information within the business assets and systems registry
• Process requests for new IT equipment, services and software, and maintain accurate records
• Implement, monitor and manage the business access control and acceptable use policies and procedures
• Monitor and manage IT and network assets’ endpoint security
• Implement, monitor and manage the business back-up and business continuity policies and controls 
• Manage and administer day-to-day systems and network security operations
• Work closely with the CTO and operations team to support the organisation, adhering to and complying with IT and Security accreditation and compliance frameworks.

What we are looking for

• 1-3 years’ commercial IT/System and Network administration experience
• Demonstrable experience in Windows, Linux and Mac Desktop administration and troubleshooting general PCs and printers
• Good experience in administering and supporting business applications on-premise or in the cloud, such as MS Office, OneDrive, MS Teams, SharePoint, Microsoft Exchange, Google Workspace, etc.
• Knowledge of Windows and Linux servers and Active Directory
• Good knowledge of networking concepts, wired and wireless networks, TCP/IP, DHCP, DNS and VPNs
• Demonstrable Tier 1 and Tier 2 IT support experience
• Understanding of Cyber-Security/data protection concepts, including firewalls, antivirus, email security, etc.
• An ambitious self-starter and problem solver, with excellent attention to detail and an analytical mindset
• Results-oriented with good organisation and planning skills
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills

Desirable

One or more of the following:

• Bachelor’s degree in information technology, computer science, information systems or equivalent
• CompTIA - A+ Certification
• Cisco Certified Network Associate (CCNA)
• AWS SysOps Administrator Certificate
• Certified Information Systems Security Professional (CISSP)
• Microsoft System Administrator Certification
• Microsoft Azure Administrator Associate

ANGOKA is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We welcome and encourage applicants from all backgrounds and experiences. We do not tolerate discrimination or harassment. At ANGOKA, all our hiring decisions are based on business needs, job requirements and individual qualifications, and we are committed to creating an inclusive culture that supports and represents our diverse society.