Job
Description
We are seeking a highly skilled and proactive System Administrator with over 4 years of hands-on experience in managing IT infrastructure, system performance, and security across multi-platform environments. The ideal candidate should have strong expertise in Windows and/or Linux systems, network configurations, cloud services, and troubleshooting enterprise-level issues. Key Responsibilities Manage, configure, and monitor Windows and Linux servers (on-premises and/or cloud). Maintain and upgrade system software and firmware on a regular basis. Apply OS patches and upgrades regularly, and upgrade administrative tools and utilities. Monitor system performance, availability, and capacity planning. Administer cloud environments (AWS / Azure / GCP). Manage virtual environments (VMware, Hyper-V, or similar platforms). Implement backup and disaster recovery plans using cloud and local tools. Ensure system security through firewalls, antivirus, patch management, and access controls. Conduct regular audits and vulnerability scans. Assist in compliance efforts (e.g., ISO, GDPR, SOC2, HIPAA depending on industry). Troubleshoot and resolve network issues including DNS, DHCP, VPN, routing, and firewalls. Manage network hardware (switches, routers, access points, etc.). Collaborate with Network Engineers on LAN/WAN deployments and performance tuning. Provide Level 2/3 support to internal users for hardware, software, and connectivity issues. Manage user accounts, permissions, and access rights in Active Directory or similar identity systems. Train and support junior team members and document processes. Use system monitoring tools (Nagios, Zabbix, SolarWinds, etc.) to track performance and incidents. Generate reports for uptime, usage, and anomalies. Maintain logs for audit and Skills & Qualifications : Bachelors degree in Computer Science, IT, or a related field (or equivalent experience). 4+ years of experience in System Administration. Strong knowledge of Windows Server and/or Linux OS administration. Experience with cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, GCP). Proficiency in scripting (PowerShell, Bash, or Python). Working knowledge of networking protocols and tools (TCP/IP, DNS, DHCP, VPN). Hands-on with Active Directory, Group Policy, DNS, DHCP, WSUS, etc. Familiarity with backup and recovery software and DR strategies. Solid understanding of ITIL processes (preferred). Nice To Have Relevant certifications (MCSA/MCSE, RHCSA/RHCE, AWS/Azure Associate, CompTIA Security+). Experience with containerization (Docker, Kubernetes). Familiarity with DevOps tools (Ansible, Jenkins, Terraform) is a plus. Exposure to ITSM tools like Jira, ServiceNow, etc (ref:hirist.tech)
