System Administrator

About the Role

We are looking for a dependable and skilled System Administrator to oversee and support our organization's IT infrastructure. This includes managing servers, operating systems, virtualization platforms, and enterprise-level applications. The incumbent will be responsible for ensuring the continuous availability, security, optimal performance, and adherence to IT governance standards of all systems.

Key Responsibilities

• Install, configure, and maintain Windows and Linux servers.
• Administer Active Directory, Group Policies, and manage user access controls.
• Continuously monitor system performance to guarantee high availability.
• Conduct system upgrades, apply patches, and implement security updates.
• Manage virtualization environments such as VMware and Hyper-V.
• Set up and maintain backup and disaster recovery mechanisms.
• Troubleshoot issues related to hardware, software, and networking.
• Keep detailed system documentation and infrastructure diagrams updated.
• Ensure compliance with IT security policies and standards.
• Liaise with hardware and software vendors for support services.

Qualifications and Skills

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related discipline.
• Minimum of 3 to 5 years of experience in system administration.
• Proficiency in Windows Server management, Active Directory, DNS, virtualization tools (VMware/Hyper-V), and backup and recovery solutions.
• Experience with server hardware and storage technologies.
• Understanding of fundamental networking concepts.
• Strong analytical and troubleshooting capabilities.
• Meticulous attention to detail and ability to document effectively.
• Resilience under pressure and good reporting skills.