System Administrator

Alpha Educational Society; Zone 11 Valasaravakkam; On-site; INR 350,000 - 650,000; Full time

Job summary

Alpha Group of Institutions is seeking a proactive System Administrator / IT Administrator to manage campus-wide IT infrastructure, networking, ERP systems, and user support across classrooms, labs, and offices.

This role requires hands-on experience with maintaining labs, servers, and ERP modules; strong coordination with vendors and a focus on data security and SLA compliance will be essential.

Qualifications

• 2-5 years of experience as a System Administrator / Network Administrator.
• Experience in a college or higher-education environment preferred.

Responsibilities

• Administer and maintain IT infrastructure across labs, classrooms, and offices.
• Manage campus LAN, Wi‑Fi networks, ISP connectivity, and bandwidth utilization.
• Administer College ERP systems (Admissions, Attendance, Exams, Fees, HR, Payroll).
• Provide end-user IT support to faculty, staff, and students; coordinate with vendors as per SLA.

Skills

System administration

Network administration

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Computer Science / Information Technology

Job description

System Administrator / IT Administrator Educational Institution

Location: Alpha Arts & Science College, Porur

Organization: Alpha Group of Institutions

Job Summary

Alpha Group of Institutions is looking for a proactive and technically sound System Administrator / IT Administrator to manage campus-wide IT infrastructure, networking, ERP systems, and user support. The role is critical in ensuring smooth academic and administrative operations across classrooms, labs, and offices.

Key Responsibilities

IT Infrastructure & Hardware

• Administer and maintain computer labs, desktops, laptops, servers, printers, IFPS, and MFPs
• Ensure high availability and optimal performance of IT systems across classrooms, labs, and offices
• Perform preventive maintenance and coordinate breakdown repairs with vendors

Network, ISP & Security

• Manage campus LAN, Wi-Fi networks, ISP connectivity, and bandwidth utilization
• Configure, monitor, and maintain firewalls, antivirus solutions, and security policies
• Ensure data security, access controls, backups, and disaster recovery procedures

ERP, Software & Applications

• Administer College ERP systems (Admissions, Attendance, Exams, Fees, HR, Payroll)
• Manage Asset Management Software and complete IT asset lifecycle
• Support LMS platforms, digital classrooms, and online examination systems

Ticketing & User Support

• Operate and monitor IT ticketing systems for issue tracking and closure
• Provide end-user support to faculty, staff, and students
• Conduct user training on systems, software, and IT best practices

Compliance & Documentation

• Maintain IT documentation, SOPs, asset registers, and licenses
• Support NAAC, UGC, AISHE, and internal/external audits
• Coordinate with vendors and service providers as per SLA

Qualifications & Experience

Education

• Bachelors Degree in Computer Science / Information Technology or related discipline

Experience

• 2-5 years of experience as a System Administrator / Network Administrator
• Experience in a college or higher-education environment is preferred