IT System Administrator

Michael Page International (Hong Kong) Limited; Hong Kong Island; On-site; HKD 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Opportunity to own and manage the entire IT landscape

Direct interaction with senior leadership

Autonomy in shaping IT strategy

Job summary

A well-established large organization is seeking an IT Support and System Administrator in Hong Kong. The role encompasses configuring and maintaining local network systems, administering servers, and implementing IT security policies. The ideal candidate will possess a degree in Computer Science and 3-5 years of hands-on experience in IT operations. English communication skills are necessary, and Cantonese/Mandarin is mandatory. This position offers autonomy in shaping IT strategy and direct interaction with senior leadership.

Qualifications

• 3-5+ years of hands-on IT operations experience with broad infrastructure exposure.
• Strong knowledge of IT security policies, managing firewalls, IDS/IPS.
• Excellent communication skills in English; Cantonese/Mandarin are mandatory.

Responsibilities

• Configure and maintain local network systems (LAN/WAN, VPN).
• Administer servers and virtualization platforms.
• Monitor system performance and implement optimizations.
• Design and enforce IT security policies.
• Manage email systems, VoIP, and collaboration tools.
• Provide database support for performance and availability.

Skills

Networking (LAN/WAN, VPN, firewalls)

Windows/Linux servers

Proficiency in scripting for automation

Storage solutions (SAN/NAS)

Cloud platforms (AWS/Azure/Alibaba Cloud)

Education

Associate or Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or related field

Tools

Veeam

Commvault

VMware

Hyper-V

Job description

• One-man band role supports 15-people office
• All-rounder in IT Support and System Admin

About Our Client

The company is a well-established large organization within the industrial and manufacturing industry. They are a very stable company with steady growth with a focus on delivering high-quality solutions to their clients.

Job Description

• Configure, and maintain local network systems (LAN/WAN, VPN, firewalls).
• Administer servers (Windows/Linux), virtualization platforms (VMware/Hyper‑V), and storage systems (SAN/NAS).
• Monitor system performance and implement optimizations for reliability and scalability.
• Design and enforce IT security policies; manage firewalls, IDS/IPS, and endpoint protection.
• Conduct regular audits and vulnerability assessments; ensure compliance with corporate standards.
• Manage email systems, VoIP, and collaboration tools.
• Implement and maintain backup and disaster recovery plans; perform regular drills.
• Provide database support (Oracle or equivalent) for performance and availability.
• Support hybrid cloud environments (AWS/Azure/Alibaba Cloud).
• Automate routine tasks using scripting (PowerShell, Bash, Python).
• Act as primary IT contact for ~20 senior stakeholders; deliver responsive and professional support.
• Coordinate with external vendors for hardware/software procurement and troubleshooting.
• Maintain SOPs, technical documentation, and IT asset inventory.

The Successful Applicant

• Associate or Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or related field.
• 3-5+ years of hands‑on IT operations experience with broad infrastructure exposure.
• Strong knowledge of:
  • Networking (LAN/WAN, VPN, firewalls).
  • Windows/Linux servers, virtualization (VMware/Hyper‑V).
  • Storage solutions (SAN/NAS), backup/recovery tools (Veeam, Commvault).
• Proficiency in scripting for automation and configuration management.
• Certifications such as CCNA/CCNP, ITIL, or PMP are plus.
• Excellent communication skills in English; Cantonese/Mandarin are mandatory.

What's on Offer

• Opportunity to own and manage the entire IT landscape for a prestigious family business.
• Direct interaction with senior leadership and decision‑makers.
• Autonomy and flexibility in shaping IT strategy locally.