Network and Systems Administrator

Leadingnation; Sai Kung; On-site; HKD 420,000 - 680,000; Full time

Job summary

Hong Kong Academy in Hong Kong is seeking a Network and Systems Administrator to design, support, and maintain the school's technology infrastructure, ensuring seamless operations for our IB curriculum, inclusive learning environment and day-to-day administration. Reporting to the Technology Director, the role takes ownership of the school's core network, server deployment, and security framework.

A priority is auditing and finalizing documentation across network, hardware, and security

Qualifications

• 6–8 years of experience in server/network infrastructure and security support.
• Advanced experience with VMware, Linux, Windows, and Cisco infrastructure.
• Strong knowledge of Active Directory, Group Policy, and DNS/DHCP/IPAM.

Responsibilities

• Network, Security & Infrastructure (Data Security & Infrastructure)
• Documentation & Asset Management (Sustainability & Continuity)
• Operational Excellence & Support
• Tasks and activities that arise and are required by the Head of School
• Other duties as assigned by Supervisor

Skills

VMware

Cisco

Active Directory

VLANs

IPAM

DHCP

DNS

English language

Cantonese language

Job description

• Full IT Ownership: Manage HKA's core network, server infrastructure and security
• Key First Priority: Audit and finalize network, hardware, and security records
• Core Qualifications: Experience on VMware/Cisco skills, and dual languages

Position Overview

The Network and Systems Administrator is responsible for the design, support, and maintenance of Hong Kong Academy's technology infrastructure, ensuring seamless operations that support our IB curriculum, inclusive learning environment, and day-to-day administration. Reporting to the Technology Director, this role takes ownership of the school's core network, server deployment, and security framework. A critical initial priority for this role will be auditing and finalizing documentation across all network, hardware, and security registers to ensure institutional continuity.

Qualifications and Experience

• Minimum of 6 to 8 years of experience in server/network infrastructure and security support, preferably within an international school environment.
• Advanced expertise managing virtual machine environments (preferably VMWare) and core Linux, Microsoft, and Cisco infrastructure.
• Solid knowledge of Active Directory (including Group Policy and Management), directory services, and network fundamentals (VLANs, IPAM, DHCP, DNS).
• Familiarity with maintaining hardware ecosystems including laptops, desktops, physical servers, and enterprise Wi-Fi controllers.
• Excellent English and Cantonese communication skills, with a collaborative approach to supporting diverse end-users.

Core Responsibilities

• Network, Security & Infrastructure (Data Security & Infrastructure)
• Documentation & Asset Management (Sustainability & Continuity)
• Operational Excellence & Support
• Tasks and activities that arise and are required by the Head of School
• Other duties as assigned by Supervisor

Working hours

Standard working hours are 7:45 am - 4:00 pm from Monday to Friday with a 45-minute lunch break. Due to the nature of the role, flexibility for out-of-hours infrastructure maintenance or emergency response may be required.

Please visit our website at http://www.hkacademy.edu.hk/ for more information.

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