System Administrator

Vision and Mission; Sydney; On-site; AUD 80,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

20 days annual leave

10 days personal leave

Job summary

Vision and Mission Pty Ltd in Sydney seeks a Systems Administrator to manage, maintain, secure and optimise the company’s IT infrastructure, including servers, operating systems, databases and network systems, to ensure system reliability, data integrity and business continuity for daily operations and service delivery.

You will troubleshoot server hardware and software, design and maintain database architecture, monitor performance, implement security measures, backup and disaster recovery

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Information Technology or related field.
• 3+ years in systems administration including server, database, network, security, and backup/recovery.
• ACS Professional Year Program completion highly regarded.

Responsibilities

• Troubleshoot server hardware and software issues for workstations and infrastructure.
• Design and maintain database architecture, data structures, tables and naming conventions.
• Manage system security, backup and recovery procedures, and disaster recovery planning.
• Test database systems and upgrades; document issues and resolutions.
• Monitor network performance and advise on infrastructure improvements.
• Develop and maintain database documentation and operational procedures.
• Liaise with security vendors and service providers for security software and SLAs.
• Maintain system logs and technical documentation.
• Assess existing infrastructure and plan future server/network enhancements.
• Establish preventive maintenance procedures and recovery processes.

Skills

Systems administration

Server management

Database administration

Network infrastructure

System security

Backup and recovery

Technical troubleshooting

Documentation

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Information Technology

ACS Professional Year Program (highly regarded)

Tools

Security software

Job description

Vision and Mission Pty Ltd is a trusted partner for students aspiring to study in Australia and other international destinations. With over seven years of experience, we specialise in visa and migration applications, offering comprehensive guidance for a smooth and hassle-free process. Our dedicated team collaborates with legal and tax professionals to provide tailored education and migration counseling services, ensuring our clients receive the best support. Committed to staying ahead of industry trends, we strive to empower students in achieving their educational goals while expanding global opportunities.

As a Systems Administrator, you will play a key role in managing, maintaining, securing, and optimising the company’s IT infrastructure, including servers, operating systems, databases, and network systems. You will be responsible for ensuring system reliability, data integrity, information security, and business continuity to support the company’s daily operations and service delivery.

Key Responsibilities

Your responsibilities will include:

• Troubleshooting and resolving server hardware and software issues, including workstations and communication infrastructure.
• Designing and maintaining database architecture, data structures, tables, dictionaries, and naming conventions to ensure data accuracy and completeness.
• Managing system security, backup and recovery procedures, and disaster recovery planning to maintain data integrity and system reliability.
• Testing database systems and upgrades, identifying, documenting, debugging, and resolving issues in accordance with approved testing procedures.
• Monitoring network performance, ensuring proper integration of computer site components, and recommending infrastructure improvements.
• Developing and maintaining database documentation, technical guidelines, policies, and operational procedures.
• Liaising with security vendors, suppliers, and service providers to assess, recommend, install, and maintain security software, monitor service performance, and ensure compliance with contractual obligations and service level agreements.
• Maintaining system logs, technical documentation, operational instructions, and procedures.
• Assessing existing infrastructure, identifying future network requirements, and recommending enhancements to server and network systems.
• Establishing and maintaining preventive maintenance procedures, backup systems, and recovery processes while enforcing database security and integrity controls.

Skill & Experience

Ideal Candidate Profile

• A Bachelor’s degree in Information Technology or a related discipline
• At least three years of relevant IT experience, particularly in systems administration, including server management, database administration, network infrastructure, system security, backup and recovery, and technical troubleshooting.
• Completion of the Professional Year Program in Information and Communications Technology (ICT) through the Australian Computer Society (ACS) will be highly regarded.
• Strong technical troubleshooting, analytical, and problem-solving skills.

What We Offer

• 20 days of annual leave and 10 days of personal leave per year.
• Work in a fast-growing company with a strong industry reputation.
• A collaborative and friendly work environment.

Application Conditions

• Deadline: Applications will remain open for four weeks from the date of publication.
• Selection Process: Only shortlisted applicants will be contacted for an interview.
• Eligibility: Applicants must have full-time work rights in Australia.