System Administrator

Knack Studios; Chennai District; On-site; INR 500,000 - 800,000; Full time

Job summary

Knack Studios is seeking an IT System Administrator in Chennai to maintain the stability and security of our IT infrastructure. You will install, configure, and manage hardware, software, and network systems to support day-to-day operations.

You will work closely with the IT team to implement best practices in security, backups, and disaster recovery, with a strong emphasis on reliability and user support for a fast-paced post-production environment.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in information technology, Computer Science, or a related field.
• Minimum 2 years of proven IT System Administrator experience.
• Strong knowledge of Windows and Linux server environments.
• Experience with virtualization technologies such as VMware or Hyper-V.
• Familiarity with networking protocols, security principles and best practices.
• Proficient in scripting and automation for system administration tasks.
• Excellent troubleshooting skills and the ability to resolve complex issues.
• Solid understanding of backup and disaster recovery strategies.
• Knowledge of cloud platforms (AWS, Azure) is a plus.
• Relevant certifications (MCSA, MCSE, CompTIA Security+) are highly desirable.

Responsibilities

• Provide end-user support and technical assistance for all operating systems and applications.
• Offer in-person and remote support via phone or remote access.
• Set up hardware and access for new employees.
• Create, modify, and run access queries and reports.
• Assist with month-end reporting and IT-related tasks.
• Troubleshoot hardware, software, networking and system issues.
• Configure and maintain networked computer systems, hardware, software and applications.
• Maintain user accounts and workstation setups.
• Ensure security through access controls, backups and firewalls.
• Upgrade systems with new releases and models.
• Ensure data is stored securely and backed up regularly.
• Diagnose and resolve issues promptly and escalate when needed.
• Track emerging technologies and consider their applicability.
• Research and recommend improvements to the networked environment.

Skills

End-user support

Scripting & automation

Troubleshooting

Networking basics

Security principles

Education

Bachelor’s degree in information technology, Computer Science, or related field

Tools

VMware/Hyper-V

Windows Server

Linux Server

Backups & DR tools

Cloud basics (AWS/Azure)

Job description

Position: System Administrator.

Experience: 3 to 4 Years.

Location: Chennai.

About Us

Knack Studios is a full-service post-production facility with a focus on rendering your dreams into cinematic experiences. Spearheaded by filmmakers, Knack Studios is powered by equipment and technologies available for the first time in South India, making us the preferred post-production studio. In a short span of 7 years, Knack Studios has delivered 800+ successful projects in Tamil, Telugu, Hindi, Malayalam & Kannada. Headquartered at Chennai in a state of the art secure 20,000 square feet spread across 2 locations and an 6000 square feet facility in Hyderabad, Knack Studios offers services in Sound, Color grading and Visual Effects enabling clients to realize their artistic vision.

Job Summary

As an IT System Administrator at Knack Studios, you will play a key role in ensuring the stability, security, and optimal performance of our IT systems. Working closely with the IT team, you will be responsible for the installation, configuration, and maintenance of hardware, software, and network systems. Your expertise will be crucial in supporting day-to-day operations and implementing IT best practices.

Responsibilities

• Providing End-user support, resolving issues and providing technical assistance for all operating systems and Applications.
• Providing in-person and remote support through use of the telephone or remote access.
• Providing new employees with required hardware and appropriate access to the company’s computer system.
• Creating, modifying, and running access queries and reports.
• Helping with month end reporting.
• Troubleshooting problems with existing systems and implementing solutions to fix them.
• Configuring and maintaining the network computer system, Including hardware, System software, and Applications.
• Setup accounts and Workstation.
• Troubleshoot issues and Outages.
• Ensure security through access controls, Backups and Firewalls.
• Upgrade systems with new releases and Models.
• Ensuring data is stored securely and backed up regularly.
• Diagnosing and resolving Hardware, Software, Networking and System issues when they arise.
• Replacing and upgrading defective or Outdated components when Necessary.
• Monitoring System performance to ensure everything runs smoothly and securely.
• Researching and recommending new approached to improve the networked computer system.
• Track emerging technologies and implement them in the Organization.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in information technology, Computer Science, or a related field.
• Proven experience as an IT System Administrator with a minimum of 2 years in a similar role.
• Strong knowledge of Windows and Linux server environments.
• Experience with virtualization technologies, such as VMware or Hyper-V.
• Familiarity with networking protocols, security principles, and best practices.
• Proficient in scripting and automation for system administration tasks.
• Excellent troubleshooting skills and the ability to analyze and resolve complex technical issues.
• Solid understanding of backup and disaster recovery strategies.
• Knowledge of cloud platforms (e.g., AWS, Azure) is a plus.
• Relevant certifications (e.g., MCSA, MCSE, CompTIA Security+) are highly desirable.