Group System Administrator

DP World; Dubai; On-site; USD 35,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company is seeking an IT System Administrator to manage on-premises and cloud servers. The successful candidate will have a Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or IT and 3-5 years of related experience. Responsibilities include overseeing network infrastructure, ensuring security practices, and managing IT assets. The role demands strong troubleshooting skills and knowledge of various IT tools and protocols.

Qualifications

• 3-5 years of experience in IT system administration.
• Strong knowledge of networking protocols.
• Familiar with security tools and compliance requirements.

Responsibilities

• Administer on-premises and cloud servers.
• Manage Active Directory and user accounts.
• Oversee firewalls and network infrastructure.

Skills

Troubleshooting

Communication

Networking

Security Best Practices

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science

Bachelor’s degree in Information Technology

Tools

Windows Server

Linux

Microsoft 365

VMware

Azure

AWS

Job description

Key Responsibilities:

• 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 (e.g., 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, etc.).

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 (e.g., ServiceNow, Jira).
• Ability to manage multiple tasks and prioritize in a dynamic environment.

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