Group System Administrator

DP World Australia; Dubai; On-site; AED 120,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading global logistics company in Dubai is seeking an IT Systems Administrator to manage both on-premises and cloud environments. The role involves overseeing infrastructure, ensuring security best practices, and supporting enterprise applications. Candidates should have a Bachelor’s degree and 3-5 years of experience in IT system administration, with strong skills in Windows Server, Linux, and cloud platforms. This position offers an opportunity to work in a dynamic environment with a focus on efficiency and security.

Qualifications

• 3–5 years of proven experience in IT system administration or a similar role.
• Familiarity with security tools like endpoint protection and backup solutions.
• Excellent troubleshooting and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Administer and monitor on-premises and cloud-based servers.
• Manage Active Directory, DNS, DHCP, and user accounts.
• Ensure security best practices including patch management and recovery.

Skills

Windows Server

Linux

Microsoft 365

Networking protocols

Virtualization

Cloud platforms

Troubleshooting

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science

Tools

VMware

Azure

AWS

ServiceNow

Jira

Job description

• Administer and monitor on-premises and cloud-based servers (Windows / Linux).
• Manage Active Directory, DNS, DHCP, Group Policy, and user accounts.
• Oversee network infrastructure : firewalls, routers, switches, and VPNs.
• Ensure security best practices including patch management, backup, and disaster recovery.
• Maintain hardware inventory and ensure lifecycle management of IT assets.
• Monitor system performance and perform tuning to maintain efficiency.
• Install, configure, and support enterprise applications and services (., Exchange, Microsoft 365, Azure, VMware).
• Coordinate with vendors and service providers for issue resolution and procurement.
• Respond to incidents, perform root cause analysis, and document resolutions.
• Create and maintain IT documentation (network diagrams, SOPs, configuration guides).
• Assist with IT audits and compliance requirements (ISO 27001, GDPR, .

Qualifications :

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or related field.
• 3–5 years of proven experience in IT system administration or a similar role.
• Strong knowledge of Windows Server, Linux, Microsoft 365, and networking protocols.
• Experience with virtualization (VMware, Hyper-V) and cloud platforms (Azure, AWS).
• Familiarity with security tools (endpoint protection, SIEM, MFA, backup solutions).
• Excellent troubleshooting and communication skills.

Certifications preferred : MCSA, MCSE, CompTIA Network+, Azure Administrator, or RHCSA .

Preferred Skills :

• PowerShell or Bash scripting for automation.
• Experience with monitoring tools (Zabbix, PRTG, SolarWinds, New Relic).
• Understanding of ITIL framework and ticketing systems (., ServiceNow, Jira).
• Ability to manage multiple tasks and prioritize in a dynamic environment.

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