Backend Systems Engineer, C3

NCS Pte Ltd; Singapore; On-site; SGD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

NCS Pte Ltd is seeking a skilled Systems Administrator to install, test, and implement enterprise systems, ensuring compliance with SLAs and industry best practices. The role includes change management, root cause analysis, and disaster recovery planning to maintain resilient operations.

You will provide expert technical guidance to customers and project teams, apply CIS hardening for Windows and Linux, and configure Linux servers, SSH, and user privileges while maintaining security and uptime.

Qualifications

• Strong communication and collaboration with team members, clients and stakeholders.
• Ability to explain technical concepts clearly to non-technical audiences.
• Experience with Windows and Linux server configuration and security hardening.

Responsibilities

• Install, test, and implement systems according to specifications and SLAs.
• Manage changes via an established change request process and communicate status.
• Conduct root cause analysis and implement measures to prevent recurrence.
• Develop and implement service continuity, backups, and disaster recovery plans.
• Provide expert technical guidance on systems to customers and project teams.
• Troubleshoot PSIM, CCTV, access control, alarm, and network infrastructure where applicable.
• Perform CIS hardening for Windows and Linux Server and basic server maintenance.

Skills

Communication skills

Explain technical concepts clearly

Troubleshooting skills

Tools

REAR

Job description

NCS is a leading AI Tech Services company. With a 15,000-strong team across the Asia Pacific, NCS scales its platforms and capabilities to provide clients with greater agility and AI expertise across a range of Industries. Embracing a strong ecosystem of global partners, NCS transforms technology services delivery combining AI with digital resilience to drive real business impact. NCS is a subsidiary of the Singtel Group.

Job Description

• Install, test, and implement systems in accordance with specifications and service level requirements, ensuring compliance with industry best practices.
• Manage systems changes using an established change request process, including assessing the impact, obtaining necessary approvals, and communicating status updates to multiple stakeholders.
• Conduct root cause analysis for system issues and proactively implement measures to prevent recurrence. Continuously monitor the effectiveness of implemented measures and make adjustments as necessary.
• Develop and implement comprehensive service continuity measures, including robust backup/restore procedures and disaster recovery plans, to ensure uninterrupted business operations in the event of disruption.
• Provide expert technical advice and guidance on systems to customers and project teams, assisting them in making informed decisions and resolving complex technical issues.
• Good to have troubleshooting skills and resolving issues related to PSIM (Physical Security Information System), CCTV surveillance systems, access control, alarm & intrusion systems, and network infrastructure.
• Must have backend system configuration and setup skill sets & experience as below:
  • Perform CIS hardening for Windows and Linux Server
  • Perform configuration of Linux Server
    • User account with limited privilege (sudoers)
    • SSH account (sshd_config)
    • Password control (chage/passwd)
    • Server restoration with REAR
  • Perform basic computer and network maintenance

Qualifications

• Communication Skills:
  • Strong communication skills, both written and verbal, to effectively communicate with team members, clients, and stakeholders.
  • Ability to explain technical concepts clearly and concisely.

Additional Information

We are driven by our AEIOU beliefs—Adventure, Excellence, Integrity, Ownership, and Unity—and we seek individuals who embody these values in both their professional and personal lives. We are committed to our Impact: Valuing our clients, Growing our people, and Creating our future.

Together, we make the extraordinary happen.

Learn more about us at ncs.co and visit our LinkedIn career site.