IT Administrator responsibilities include:? Installing and configuring software, hardware and networks
? Monitoring system performance and troubleshooting issues
? Ensuring security and efficiency of IT infrastructure
Job brief
We are looking for a System Administrator to maintain, upgrade and manage our software, hardware and networks.
Resourcefulness is a necessary skill in this role. You should be able to diagnose and resolve problems quickly. You should also have the patience to communicate with a variety of interdisciplinary teams and users.
Your goal will be to ensure that our technology infrastructure runs smoothly and efficiently.
Responsibilities
? Install and configure software and hardware
? Manage network servers and technology tools
? Set up accounts and workstations
? Monitor performance and maintain systems according to requirements
? Troubleshoot issues and outages
? Ensure security through access controls, backups and firewalls
? Upgrade systems with new releases and models
? Develop expertise to train staff on new technologies
? Build an internal wiki with technical documentation, manuals and IT policies
Requirements
? Experience with databases, networks (LAN, WAN) and patch management
? Knowledge of system security (e.g. intrusion detection systems) and data backup/recovery
? Ability to create scripts in Python, Perl or other language
? Familiarity with various operating systems and platforms
? Resourcefulness and problem-solving aptitude
? Excellent communication skills
? BSc/Ba in Information Technology, Computer Science or a related discipline; professional certification (e.g. Microsoft Certified Systems Administrator (MCSA)) is a plus