Server & System / Network Administrator

Caliberly; Dubai; On-site; AED 60,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

A technology company in Dubai is looking for a skilled Server & System / Network Administrator. The ideal candidate will have at least 5 years of experience in server administration, with expertise in Office 365, MS Exchange, and scripting for automation. Responsibilities include managing server infrastructure, developing scripts, and ensuring compliance with operational standards.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years of experience in server administration.
• Expertise in Office 365, MS Exchange, Active Directory, and LDAP management.
• Familiarity with identity management, backup systems, and server hardware.

Responsibilities

• Administer and support Office 365 environment, including MS Exchange.
• Develop scripts to automate administrative tasks.
• Procure server equipment and manage subcontractors.
• Implement server-level policies and ensure compliance.
• Perform maintenance on server operating systems.

Skills

Server administration

Office 365 expertise

Active Directory management

LDAP management

Scripting (PowerShell)

Troubleshooting server infrastructure

Job description

About the job Server & System / Network Administrator

Job Responsibilities

• Administer and support Office 365 environment, including MS Exchange and Active Directory related functions.
• Develop scripts (e.g., PowerShell) to automate and secure common administrative tasks.
• Administer and configure LDAP servers, developing custom LDAP search filters and queries.
• Procure server equipment and manage subcontractors involved with server installation.
• Implement server-level policies and ensure compliance with industry standards.
• Perform periodic maintenance on server operating systems, file servers, and email servers.
• Develop and maintain role-based identity management solutions.
• Design, implement, and provide support for all servers across the organization.
• Monitor server uptime using various tools and ensure high availability through proactive measures.
• Collaborate with technical support teams to resolve user issues and schedule maintenance activities such as updates and patches.
• Identify and raise issues regarding specifications, architecture, or implementation strategies that could lead to performance or quality problems.
• Participate in technical design reviews, functional specification reviews, and contribute to project estimates, scheduling, test plans, and code reviews.
• Maintain and optimize backup system infrastructure, improve performance, and implement new enhancements and services.
• Conduct capacity planning and performance analysis of backup and storage infrastructure.
• Follow strict operational procedures and create new ones when gaps are identified.
• Perform any other duties assigned by the Department Head.

Qualifications

• Proven experience of at least 5 years in server administration or similar roles.
• Expertise in Office 365, MS Exchange, Active Directory, and LDAP management.
• Familiarity with identity management, backup systems, and server hardware procurement.
• Ability to troubleshoot, maintain, and upgrade server infrastructure.