IT Administrator

Inductive Quotient Analytics; Hyderabad; On-site; INR 500,000 - 800,000; Full time

Job summary

A technology solutions provider in Hyderabad is seeking an experienced IT Administrator to manage and maintain the IT infrastructure and systems. The ideal candidate will oversee IT inventory, ensure optimal system performance, and administer cloud services like AWS and Azure. A solid background in system administration, automation, and IT security is crucial for this role.

Qualifications

• Minimum two years of experience in IT infrastructure/system administration.
• Proficiency in both Windows and Linux environments.
• Hands-on experience with AWS and Azure is essential.

Responsibilities

• Manage and maintain the IT infrastructure and services.
• Oversee the management of IT inventory and ensure optimal system performance.
• Monitor and maintain network security systems, including firewalls.

Skills

System administration

Automation

Virtualization

Cloud services

IT security

Scripting in PowerShell

Networking concepts

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science or Information Technology

Tools

Windows

Linux

VMware

AWS

Azure

Prometheus

Grafana

Job description

We are looking for an experienced IT Administrator to manage and maintain the IT infrastructure, systems, and services across the organization. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in system administration, automation, virtualization, cloud services, and IT security. They will be responsible for ensuring system performance, data integrity, compliance with internal policies, and supporting end‑users effectively.

Key Responsibilities

• Oversee the management of IT inventory including systems, laptops, accessories, and related hardware components.
• Ensure all systems are maintained in optimal working condition and are updated to the latest stable versions.
• Develop UNIX shell scripts and PowerShell scripts to automate routine tasks and execute database jobs efficiently.
• Monitor and maintain system performance based on business requirements and respond to incidents promptly.
• Maintain biometric devices centrally, ensuring synchronization and uptime.
• Manage user accounts and group policies using Active Directory features.
• Maintain the entire IT infrastructure in compliance with IQA security and infrastructure policies.
• Conduct regular event log analysis to maintain server integrity and detect anomalies.
• Develop and maintain detailed system documentation, including SOPs, backup/recovery procedures, and disaster recovery plans.
• Stay current with emerging technologies and trends and make recommendations for infrastructure improvements.
• Create and update operational procedures for issue resolution, request handling, and system administration.
• Install and configure Microsoft Windows Servers, including performance tuning, patch management, and service pack updates.
• Monitor and maintain network security systems, including firewalls and VPNs.
• Administer and maintain cloud services such as Amazon Web Services (AWS) and Microsoft Azure for deployment, migration, virtualization, backup, and disaster recovery operations.
• Investigate and mitigate security vulnerabilities across various platforms while improving security posture.
• Utilize VM virtualization platforms to manage virtual machines and optimize hardware usage.
• Provide technical support and guidance to end users for hardware, software, and network‑related issues.
• Act as a first/second‑level support for system incidents and service requests.
• Ensure timely application of patches and updates for OS and critical applications.
• Maintain records of software licenses and ensure compliance.
• Assist in configuring switches, routers, and network access control.
• Administer antivirus, endpoint protection, and DLP (data loss prevention) tools.
• Enforce security baselines across all endpoints.
• Manage IT asset lifecycle from procurement to decommissioning.
• Regularly generate reports on system health, capacity planning, and incidents.
• Understand and contribute to the DevOps lifecycle, particularly in deployment and environment management stages.
• Apply automation techniques using PowerShell and Bash to streamline administrative tasks and reduce manual effort.
• Demonstrate working knowledge of ITIL best practices or other IT service management frameworks to ensure structured and efficient service delivery.

Required Skills & Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in computer science, Information Technology, or a related field.
• Minimum two years of experience in IT infrastructure/system administration within a software company or tech environment.
• Proficiency in Windows and Linux system administration.
• Experience with virtualization tools such as VMware, Hyper‑V, or similar.
• Good knowledge and experience in monitoring tools like Prometheus, Grafana, Node‑Exporter, etc.
• Strong scripting skills in PowerShell and Bash.
• Hands‑on experience with AWS and/or Azure environments.
• Familiarity with networking concepts (TCP/IP, DNS, DHCP, VPN).
• Knowledge of security best practices including endpoint protection and patch management.
• Exposure to DevOps processes and tools is an advantage.
• Familiarity with ITIL or other IT service management methodologies.
• Preferred Certifications (Optional): Cisco Certified Network Associate, Microsoft Certified: Windows Server Administrator or Azure Fundamentals.

Location: Hyderabad, Telangana, India.