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IT Administrator

Role overview

Summary

This role is for an IT Administrator at TRG, responsible for providing daily IT support to employees globally. You will manage devices, accounts, and internal systems to ensure smooth operations as the company grows.

Qualifications

  • 3–5 years of relevant experience in IT administration or systems support.
  • A degree in IT, Computer Science or a related field, or equivalent practical experience.
  • Experience supporting employee computers and administering business software.
  • Practical understanding of networking, DNS, remote access, and backups.
  • Good troubleshooting skills and attention to detail.

Responsibilities

  • Support employees with hardware, software, and network issues.
  • Set up accounts and equipment for new joiners based on HR notice.
  • Administer business software, email, and user permissions.
  • Maintain servers, networks, and internal IT systems.

Key facts

Hard skills

Other skills

  • Troubleshooting (Problem Solving)
  • Communication
  • Detail Oriented
  • Organizational Skills
  • Teamwork

About the company

TRG Research and Development logo

TRG Research and Development

  • GovTech
  • Scaleup
  • 51–200
TRG provides operational intelligence by servicing affordable DATA FUSION within 24 hours of deployment. - Mission - To secure better lives for all citizens, irrespective of ethnicity, geographical whereabouts and financial standing. - Intellectus - Our flagship SaaS product - empowers our customers to convert raw data to operational intelligence for informed rapid decision-making Intellectus is a Data Fusion SaaS that enables end users to receive an end-to-end integration, fusion, and visualization solution within 24 hours and within their existing budget. TRG is a world leader in the R&D world of state-of-the-art methods for data fusion from heterogenous sources and adapting it to bespoke and intuitive solutions to secure better lives. TRG continues to lead the market in developing new specialist products to meet the needs of national agencies on different continents while staying current with the global market and regulatory requirements. The constant and transparent communication between TRG and Market groups ensures that the best products are produced regarding effectiveness, price, and quality control. Our R&D teams pool their expertise to develop every aspect of our products: - Big Data (Engineering | Science | Analytics) - Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning - Information and Communication - First Response - Data Fusion - Online Social Media

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Job description

About the role

TRG is growing across teams and regions. We are looking for an IT Administrator to provide reliable daily IT support for employees worldwide and help our internal IT services keep pace with that growth.

You will support employees, manage devices and accounts, and keep internal systems running well. You will handle routine work independently, agree priorities with the IT/IS Team Lead and ask for help with complex issues or changes that need approval.

 

What you will do
 

Employee support and onboarding

  • Resolve employee hardware, software and network issues. Keep the support queue organised, prioritise requests and keep colleagues informed.
  • Set up accounts, access and equipment for new joiners so they are ready for the start date, based on the notice agreed with HR. Explain the tools and relevant IT policies.
  • Remove access promptly when employees leave, following approved instructions and a documented checklist.
 

Devices and equipment

  • Configure and maintain employee laptops and other equipment using device management tools. Keep devices updated and apply the agreed security settings.
  • Keep equipment records accurate, track allocation and returns, and plan replacements in line with the company’s replacement policy.
  • Work with Procurement and Admin on equipment requirements, orders and delivery. Provide technical specifications and check that equipment meets employee needs.
 

Accounts and software

  • Administer business software, email, collaboration tools and user permissions following approved
  • requests.
  • Track licences, usage and renewals. Flag unused subscriptions, provide cost information and help Finance obtain supplier invoices.
 

Internal systems and recovery

  • Maintain the servers, networks, remote access, domains and cloud account access used for internal IT.
  • Refer production infrastructure matters to the relevant technical team.
  • Monitor internal services, investigate problems and maintain backups. Regularly test that important
  • company information can be restored and record the results.

 

Security and documentation

  • Carry out the assigned IT controls, including multi-factor authentication, device protection and access reviews. Maintain the records needed for SOC 2 and other agreed reviews, and report gaps or suspected incidents promptly.
  • Keep setup guides, support instructions and IT procedures current. Suggest practical improvements and automate repeated tasks where appropriate, with approval from the IT/IS Team Lead.
 

What you bring

Essential experience and skills

  • 3–5 years of relevant experience in IT administration or systems support, including hands-on
  • responsibility for daily internal IT.
  • A degree in IT, Computer Science or a related field, or equivalent practical experience.
  • Experience supporting employee computers and administering email, collaboration, business software and device management tools.
  • Experience setting up and removing employee access across multiple systems, with careful checks and clear records.
  • A practical understanding of networking, DNS, remote access, cloud permissions, backups and recovery.
  • An understanding of common IT security controls and how to keep accurate records for reviews and audits.
  • Good troubleshooting skills, attention to detail and the ability to explain solutions clearly.
  • The ability to organise your work, support colleagues across time zones and recognise when to involve the IT/IS Team Lead.
 

Useful additional experience

  • Supporting a growing technology company with employees in several countries.
  • Working with SOC 2, ISO 27001 or similar security and compliance requirements.
  • Using scripts or automation tools to reduce routine administration, or administering Linux systems.
 

What success looks like

 

During the first 3 months

  • The agreed daily IT tasks have been handed over, with clear instructions, priorities and arrangements for help when needed.
  • Onboarding and offboarding follow documented steps. New joiners have equipment and access ready for their start date when sufficient notice has been provided.
  • Device records, software accounts and licence information are up to date. Backup and restore checks are documented, with any gaps raised for action.
 

By 6 months

  • Routine employee IT runs reliably, with complex issues and larger decisions referred to the IT/IS Team Lead.
  • Support requests are handled within agreed response times, and recurring problems are being reduced.
  • Instructions and records allow another team member to provide cover. Practical improvements make it easier to support additional employees.



Our Core Values

Whatever it takes. We follow a can-do approach and take ownership of our commitments.
Passion is our fuel. We learn, grow and innovate.
We make an impact. We challenge the status quo and always ask why.
We work together. One for all, and all for one.

Your Perks

  • Remote working and flexible hours
  • Yearly performance bonus
  • Private medical insurance
  • Daily lunch allowance
  • Sport and gym allowance
  • Unlimited Udemy subscription
  • Structured onboarding and training
  • Equipment support
  • Company events, team activities, gifts and milestone celebrations


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