Systems Administrator.
Newcastle upon Tyne, UK (Hybrid)
As TDS continues to grow — now supporting over 170 consultants working across a diverse portfolio of clients — the demands on our technology function have never been greater. Each engagement brings its own hardware, software, and security requirements, and ensuring our people are equipped, provisioned, and supported from day one is critical to our ability to deliver. We are looking for a Systems Administrator to own this function end-to-end.
This is a hybrid role – your time will be split between working from home and working in our Newcastle office.
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You will be responsible for the full lifecycle of device management across both Windows and Apple platforms — from provisioning and deployment through to maintenance, security, and decommissioning.
Working closely with our Head of Technology and Operations teams, you will ensure that every consultant has the right tools, the right access, and the right configuration before they step into an engagement. This is a hands-on, operationally critical role that sits at the heart of the business. You will bring structure to a fast-moving environment, maintain compliance and security standards across a varied estate, and be the first port of call when something needs to change quickly.
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Windows Device Management (Microsoft Intune & Autopilot)
Manage and maintain all Windows devices across the organisation using Microsoft Intune, ensuring devices are enrolled, compliant, and correctly configured at all times
Use Windows Autopilot to automate the provisioning of new devices, reducing manual setup time and ensuring a consistent, repeatable deployment process
Configure and manage Autopilot profiles and deployment groups to support varied client engagement requirements
Manage device wipes and re-provisioning when consultants change client engagements, ensuring clean handover with no residual data or misconfiguration
Monitor device health and compliance dashboards in Intune, resolving issues proactively before they impact consultants in delivery
Apple Device Management (ManageEngine MDM)
Provision and distribute Apple devices (MacBooks, iPads, iPhones) using ManageEngine MDM, ensuring all devices are correctly enrolled and configured prior to deployment
Manage device profiles, app deployments, and configuration policies across the Apple estate
Conduct regular maintenance checks on Apple devices, identifying and resolving hardware, software, or connectivity issues
Coordinate device returns, re-imaging, and redeployment when consultants change engagements or leave the business
Maintain an accurate, up-to-date asset register for all Apple hardware
Security Policy Management
Create, maintain, and enforce endpoint security policies across both Windows and Apple device fleets in line with company and client requirements
Manage conditional access policies, device compliance baselines, and data protection settings via Intune and ManageEngine
Respond to security alerts and non-compliance events, investigating and remediating issues in a timely manner
Support periodic security audits and contribute to internal reviews of our device management posture
Ensure all devices meet client-specific security requirements where applicable, including encryption, patch levels, and configuration standards
Software Licence Management & New Starter Onboarding
Manage the allocation and distribution of software licences for new starters, ensuring the right tools are provisioned before day one
Maintain an accurate licence inventory, tracking usage and flagging renewals or overuse to the relevant stakeholders
Coordinate with HR and People Operations to ensure onboarding checklists are completed and all equipment is ready ahead of start dates
Manage software deployment via Intune and MDM tooling, ensuring consistent installation across the estate
Identity & Access Management (IDM)
Administer user accounts across identity management systems, including provisioning, modification, and deprovisioning of access
Manage group memberships, role-based access controls, and permissions in line with principle of least privilege
Process joiners, movers, and leavers efficiently to ensure access is granted and revoked in a timely, auditable manner
Liaise with stakeholders across the business to ensure correct access is granted for varied client engagement requirements
Maintain accurate documentation of access policies, user accounts, and IDM processes
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Experience & Background
2+ years of hands-on experience in an IT support, device management, or endpoint engineering role
Demonstrable experience managing Windows devices using Microsoft Intune and Autopilot in a corporate environment
Experience with Apple MDM tooling (ManageEngine, Jamf, or equivalent) for provisioning and managing macOS and iOS devices
Prior experience in a consultancy, professional services, or high-growth scale-up environment is advantageous
Comfortable supporting a technically diverse user base with varied hardware and software requirements
Technical
Solid understanding of Microsoft Intune — device enrolment, compliance policies, configuration profiles, and Autopilot deployment
Working knowledge of Apple MDM — device supervision, profile management, app deployment, and remote wipe
Familiarity with identity and access management concepts — Azure AD / Entra ID, group policies, RBAC, and SSO
Understanding of endpoint security principles — encryption, conditional access, patch management, and compliance baselines
Comfortable working with software licence management and asset tracking tooling
Mandatory Requirements
Microsoft Intune — hands-on experience managing device enrolment, compliance policies, configuration profiles, and Autopilot deployments is essential
Cloud platform experience — practical working knowledge of at least one of Azure, Google Workspace, or AWS in an enterprise or managed environment
Windows and macOS administration — confident administering both operating systems at an endpoint level, including configuration, troubleshooting, and policy management
Nice to Have
3rd line support experience — ability to escalate, own, and resolve complex infrastructure or endpoint issues that sit beyond standard helpdesk scope
Scripting skills — experience writing or maintaining PowerShell or Bash scripts to automate routine device management, provisioning, or reporting tasks
Behaviours & Collaboration
Highly organised with strong attention to detail — able to manage multiple provisioning tasks and requests concurrently without dropping the ball
Clear communicator who can explain technical issues to non-technical stakeholders confidently
Self-starter who takes ownership and drives issues to resolution rather than waiting to be chased
Collaborative team player who works closely with HR, Operations, and Delivery to ensure seamless onboarding and off-boarding
Comfortable working in a fast-paced environment where priorities can shift quickly
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Successful applicants to this role will receive all the benefits of working at TDS.
These include:
Competitive Salary
25 days holiday + Bank Holidays
Hybrid Working and flexible working hours
Contributory Pension Scheme & Salary Sacrifice
Progression opportunities
Discretionary Bonus Scheme
BUPA Health & Dental care
Perkbox Benefits & discount Scheme
Central Office Location
Equipment provided
Monthly Social Events
Cycle to Work Scheme
Company Away Weekend
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