Role Description
We are looking for a System Administrator player to join our dynamic IT team. The ideal candidate will have solid experience in managing and maintaining IT systems, in-depth knowledge of technological infrastructures, and an aptitude for collaborating effectively with colleagues to ensure the reliability, security, and efficiency of corporate solutions. The selected person will play a key role in managing the company’s IT ecosystem, tackling daily challenges, and implementing continuous improvements.
Technical Requirements
Cloud & Virtualization Expertise
- Experience managing and securing cloud platforms (Microsoft Azure, AWS, Google Cloud)
- Implementation of hybrid cloud strategies, integrating on‑premise and cloud services
- Hands‑on experience with IaaS, PaaS, and SaaS solutions
- Strong expertise in VmWare, Oracle VM, and containerized environments (Docker, Kubernetes)
Security & Compliance
- Advanced knowledge of firewall systems (Check Point, Sophos, PfSense, OPNsense, Palo Alto)
- Experience in Zero Trust security models, Identity & Access Management (IAM), and MFA
- Strong skills in cloud security, encryption protocols, and SIEM solutions
- Familiarity with compliance standards such as ISO 27001, GDPR, NIST, or CIS benchmarks
Network & Infrastructure
- Strong understanding of enterprise networking (Cisco, Fortinet, Palo Alto)
- Expertise in VPNs, SD-WAN, VLANs, and network segmentation
- Experience with automated infrastructure management (Terraform, Ansible)
- M.anagement of IBM, DELL (EMC), HP, and Hitachi storage.
Microsoft & Linux Ecosystem
- Expertise in Active Directory, Microsoft Exchange (on-prem & online), and Azure AD
- Strong Linux administration skills (Ubuntu, Red Hat, CentOS)
- Knowledge of vulnerability scanning systems (OpenVAS)
- Experience with PowerShell, Bash scripting, and automation
Monitoring, Backup & Disaster Recovery
- Experience with observability and monitoring tools (Zabbix, Nagios,)
- Knowledge of backup & disaster recovery solutions (Veeam, Azure Backup)
- Strong understanding of high availability and failover strategies
Soft Skills & Mindset
- Curious and proactive: Always looking for ways to improve performance, security, and automation
- Team player: Thrives in collaborative environments, working across departments to align IT with business needs
- Problem‑solver: Can diagnose issues quickly and implement innovative solutions
- Continuous learner: Keeps up with new tech trends and best practices in cloud and security
- Strong communication skills in Italian and English (required)
- German is a plus.
Updated Study & Experience Requirements
Education
- Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Computer Science, Cybersecurity, Information Technology, Engineering, or a related field.
- Equivalent work experience and certifications will also be considered for highly skilled candidates.
Experience
- 5+ years of experience as a System Administrator, Cloud Engineer, or IT Infrastructure Specialist
- Proven experience in managing hybrid environments (on-prem + cloud), including Azure, AWS, or Google Cloud
- Hands‑on experience in enterprise networking, security, and virtualization (VmWare, Oracle VM, Kubernetes, Docker, etc.)
- Previous exposure to disaster recovery planning, backup solutions (Veeam), and monitoring tools (Zabbix, Nagios)
- Team player: ability to work collaboratively in a dynamic and multifunctional environment, contributing to the achievement of common goals
- Good knowledge of the English language
We Offer
Employment: 100% full-time
Start Date: Immediate
Salary: To be agreed upon
Workplace: Lugano (CH)