IT Administrator

Apt Resources; Dubai; On-site; AED 67,000 - 78,000; Full time

Job summary

Apt Resources is seeking an experienced IT Manager/Administrator to lead our IT operations in Dubai. You will handle Wi‑Fi, email, devices, domain hosting, CRM access, security audits, hardware maintenance, and backup procedures, ensuring smooth day-to-day IT services.

The role requires hands-on expertise across Windows/Mac, Office 365/Google Workspace, MySQL, PHP, and Linux, plus strong leadership and comms skills for a fast-paced environment in Business Bay, Dubai, UAE.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science / Information Technology or related field
• 5+ years of experience as IT Manager or IT Administrator
• Hands-on expertise with Windows, Mac, Office 365, Google Workspace, MySQL, PHP, Linux basics
• Excellent leadership, communication and interpersonal skills
• Familiarity with CRM management, DNS hosting and backup solutions
• Proficient in IT service management tools and methodologies
• Relevant certifications (e.g. ITIL, Cisco, Microsoft) are a plus

Responsibilities

• Wi-Fi Management: review security protocols, change passwords, monitor traffic.
• Email Management: create accounts, setup devices, manage signatures.
• Laptop & Device Configuration: setup/configure laptops, install software, manage access rights, ensure antivirus and encryption.
• Domain & Hosting Management: renew domains, manage DNS, oversee hosting uptime and security.
• CRM & Application Management: manage CRM accounts/permissions, monitor data integrity, manage applications, basic programming knowledge (PHP, JS, Smarty/HTML, Linux, MySQL).
• Security Audits & Risk Management: quarterly IT security audits and corrective actions.
• Hardware & Infrastructure Maintenance: maintain servers, networking gear, CCTV, and meeting room smart screens.
• Data Backup & Recovery: daily backups, quarterly recovery tests, comply with backup policies.
• Routine Activities: daily IT support response, verify backups; weekly asset tracking; monthly updates and patches; quarterly audits; annual hardware and hosting reviews.

Job description

Description

Apt Resources is looking for an experienced IT Manager / IT Administrator to lead our clients IT operations and ensure the smooth functioning of all IT systems and services within our organization in .

This role will be responsible for Wi-Fi email hardware CRM domains hosting and data security while ensuring smooth day-to-day IT operations in Business Bay Dubai UAE .

1. Wi-Fi Management

• Regularly review and update Wi-Fi security protocols.
• Change network passwords as required.
• Monitor network traffic for any suspicious activity (Monthly/Quarterly).

2. Email Management

• Create and configure new employee email accounts.
• Provide setup instructions for approved devices.
• Manage standardized company email signatures (Ongoing/As needed).

3. Laptop & Device Configuration

• Set up and configure laptops and devices in line with company policy.
• Install and maintain company-approved software.
• Manage user access rights to prevent unauthorized admin privileges.
• Ensure all devices have active antivirus and encryption enabled.

4. Domain & Hosting Management

• Renew domain registrations annually.
• Manage DNS configurations and hosting provider services.
• Oversee hosting operations to ensure uptime performance and security.

5. CRM & Application Management

• Create and update CRM user accounts and permissions.
• Manage role-based access and review permissions (Monthly/As needed).
• Monitor CRM data integrity and security.
• Oversee CRM automation and process configuration.
• Manage company applications and user accounts.
• Basic programming knowledge preferred: PHP JavaScript/jQuery Smarty/HTML Linux MySQL.

6. Security Audits & Risk Management

• Conduct quarterly IT security audits to identify vulnerabilities.
• Implement corrective measures and report findings to management.

7. Hardware & Infrastructure Maintenance

• Perform regular maintenance on company hardware servers and networking equipment.
• Ensure CCTV and surveillance systems are operational.
• Configure and maintain Smart screens in meeting rooms.

8. Data Backup & Recovery

• Perform daily backups of critical company data.
• Test recovery procedures quarterly.
• Ensure compliance with company backup and disaster recovery policies.

Routine Activities

Daily:

• Respond to employee IT support requests.
• Verify successful completion of system backups.

Weekly:

• Review and close outstanding IT support issues.
• Update IT asset and inventory records.

Monthly:

• Review Wi-Fi security and monitor traffic.
• Audit CRM user permissions.
• Apply system and application updates and patches.

Quarterly:

• Conduct comprehensive IT security audits.
• Test disaster recovery and backup restoration procedures.
• Review and refine CRM configurations and processes.

Annually:

• Renew company domain registrations.
• Conduct comprehensive hardware maintenance.
• Evaluate hosting provider performance and contracts.

Requirements

• Bachelors degree in Computer Science Information Technology or related field.
• Proven experience as an IT Manager or IT Administrator with a minimum of 5 years of experience in IT roles.
• Hands-on expertise with Windows/Mac Office 365/Google Workspace MySQL PHP Linux basics.
• Excellent leadership communication and interpersonal skills.
• Familiarity with CRM management DNS hosting and backup solutions.
• Proficient in IT service management tools and methodologies.
• Relevant certifications (e.g. ITIL Cisco Microsoft) are a plus.

Benefits

Salary: AED 6000 to AED 7000

Required Experience:

Unclear Seniority