System Administrator

About the job

Athenian Mattress Company is currently in search of a highly motivated and experienced
System Administrator
to join our dynamic team at Markopoulo Attica.

About Athenian Mattress Company:
Athenian Mattress Company is the market leader in Greece in the manufacturing and trading of sleep products. The company operates the country's most advanced mattress production facility — and one of the top three in Europe — setting industry standards in design, quality, and hygiene. As a model manufacturing enterprise, it delivers pioneering sleep solutions tailored to modern consumer needs. The company develops and manages a portfolio of sleep product brands that serve distinct segments of the market, addressing a wide range of consumer and business requirements. These brands include Media Strom, Stromatex, Zenius, and Sleep Dimmer. Athenian Mattress Industry is supported by a robust and continuously expanding distribution network, currently comprising approximately 400 retail points, 2,700 hotels, and multiple e-commerce platforms.

Role Purpose

As a
System Administrator,
one will ensure the integrity, security, and smooth operation of our IT infrastructure on company premises and its retail network of 39 stores on a national scale.

Key Accountabilities

• Manage, maintain, and optimize core IT systems and infrastructure, including Microsoft 365, Exchange, SharePoint, Teams, and endpoint security
• Manage software licensing, procurement, and asset tracking, ensuring cost-effective, compliant usage of hardware and software across the organization.
• Provide hands-on technical support to ~200 local and remote team members across multiple locations, resolving hardware, software, and network issues.
• Administer and secure Cisco network devices including routers, switches, and firewalls.
• Lead incident response and resolve system or network issues efficiently.
• Follow ITIL best practices for incident, problem, and change management.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to support retail applications and infrastructure.
• Document IT processes and maintain compliance with company policies and standards.
• Management of external partners and IT service providers.
• Evaluate, recommend, and implement infrastructure improvements, staying current with emerging technologies to support business growth and resilience.

Skills Required

• Bachelor's degree in computer science or relevant field.
• Over 5 years' experience as a System Administrator or similar role in a retail or enterprise environment.
• Expertise in Microsoft 365 administration and support.
• Strong knowledge of Cisco network components, network security principles, and protocols.
• Solid understanding of ITIL framework and experience applying ITIL processes.
• Excellent problem-solving skills and ability to work under pressure.
• Strong communication skills and ability to work collaboratively in a fast-paced environment.
• CCNA, CISSP, and Microsoft certifications will be considered as a plus.
• Very good knowledge of English.

What We Offer

• Competitive remuneration package.
• Comprehensive benefits package.
• A strong focus on maintaining a friendly and dynamic work environment that values work life balance.
• Exclusive employee discounts on our products.
• Opportunities for professional development and career growth

Next steps:
If you are a motivated and results-oriented professional, we would love to hear from you. Athenian Mattress is an equal-opportunity employer. We embrace diversity, ensure all employees feel valued and respected, and create a culture of belonging, which boosts morale, innovation, and retention.