Systems Administrator 21F26

The Systems Administrator is a pivotal role within our IT department, responsible for maintaining the integrity, performance, and security of our organization's IT systems. This position requires a detail-oriented professional with a solid technical background to administer servers, network infrastructure, and various software solutions. The Systems Administrator will collaborate with other IT team members to ensure system compliance, manage system upgrades, and provide top-notch support to our users. This role requires in-depth knowledge of operating systems and network technologies, as well as strong troubleshooting skills to diagnose and resolve hardware and software issues promptly. The ideal candidate should be committed to maintaining high system uptime, enabling smooth IT operations, and enhancing system efficiency to support our organizational goals.

Responsibilities

• Manage and maintain servers, including installations, upgrades, and configurations.
• Ensure the security and integrity of network infrastructure and data.
• Monitor system performance and troubleshoot any issues to ensure reliability.
• Implement and maintain backup and recovery strategies to protect data.
• Collaborate with IT and other departments to support their technology needs.
• Develop and maintain documentation on system configurations and procedures.
• Conduct regular system audits to ensure compliance with IT policies.
• Perform routine system maintenance and apply necessary updates and patches.
• Provide technical support and training to end-users for efficient system use.
• Analyze system logs and identify potential issues that could lead to downtime.
• Optimize system performance by evaluating hardware and software resource usage.
• Assist in the design and deployment of new applications and enhancements.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology or related field.
• Proven experience in system administration, network administration or similar role.
• In-depth knowledge of computer hardware, operating systems, and networks.
• Strong problem-solving skills and ability to work under pressure.
• Excellent communication skills to collaborate with team members and stakeholders.
• Proficiency with system security and data backup/recovery practices.
• Familiarity with virtualization and cloud computing environments is desirable.