System Administrator

Role & responsibilities

• 1-3 years of experience with the administration of Windows and/or Linux distributions in an enterprise IT environment with practice designing and delivering innovative and scalable solutions
• Minimum a Bachelors degree in Computer Science or another technical discipline
• Detailed understanding of Windows and Linux operating systems, including desktop and server implementations
• Knowledge of: Firewalls, Routers, Switches
• Knowledge of LAN, WAN Networking including IP Subnetting, NAT, PAT, VLANs,
• Knowledge of DNS, DHCP, LDAP/AD, NTP,
• Technical knowledge of current network protocols and internet standards, including TCP/IP, routing protocols, IPSEC, and IKE
• Technical knowledge of any virtualization technology (VMware, Citrix Xen etc)
• Thorough understanding of system performance issues and tuning
• Excellent hardware/Software troubleshooting experience  
• Able to conduct research into networking issues, analyzing logs and products as required
• Deep understanding of IT security concepts, procedures, and implementations
• Excellent and thorough documentation skills
• Familiarity with SQL databases, such as MS-SQL, PostgreSQL, or MySQL

Preferred candidate profile

• Providing infrastructure support and general software configuration 
• Monitor and manage system alerts and notifications, and respond accordingly through service tickets
• Support technical issues involving core business applications and operating systems and hardware
• Provide excellent customer service support, including clear verbal and written communications
• Basic technical support at the network level: WAN and LAN connectivity, routers, firewalls, and security
• Ensure network connectivity throughout a companys LAN/WAN infrastructure is on par with technical specifications
• Maintain documentation and processes around key IT services in the organization
• Linux/Windows administration; Server Installation/Configuration/Administration,DNS, DHCP