Sr. Systems Administrator

Pune 5-8 years Night On-site
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Job Description

The IT professional is responsible for maintaining, securing, and optimizing an organization's IT infrastructure. This role involves managing systems, networks, and cloud resources, ensuring data security, providing user support, and implementing disaster recovery plans. Strong technical skills, problem-solving abilities, and a focus on security and performance are essential for success in this role. Effective communication and collaboration with team members, as well as adaptability to evolving technologies, are also key attributes. In management roles, leadership and decision-making capabilities become critical for overseeing IT operations and staff.

Skills

    •  Technical Proficiency:
      • Strong knowledge of operating systems (e.g., Windows, Linux) and software.
      • Familiarity with hardware components and infrastructure.
    •  Problem-Solving Skills:
      • Ability to identify and troubleshoot technical issues efficiently.
      • Analytical thinking to diagnose complex problems.
    •  Communication Skills:
      • Clear and effective communication with team members and end-users.
      • Documentation skills for keeping records and guides.
    • Security Awareness:
      • Understanding of cybersecurity principles and best practices.
      • Ability to implement security measures and respond to threats.
    • Networking Knowledge:
      • Proficiency in network configuration, protocols, and troubleshooting.
    • Project Management:
      • Skills in planning and executing IT projects.
      • Budgeting and resource allocation abilities.
    • Cloud and Virtualization Expertise:
      • Familiarity with cloud platforms (e.g., AWS, Azure, Google Cloud).
      • Understanding of virtualization technologies (e.g., VMware, Hyper-V).
    • Vendor Management:
      • Negotiation skills for contracts and SLAs..
      • Vendor evaluation and selection abilities.
    • Backup and Disaster Recovery:
      • Knowledge of backup and recovery solutions.
      • Disaster recovery planning and testing expertise.
    • User Support and Training:
      • Patience and effective communication when dealing with end-users.
      • Training and educational skills for users and team members.
    • Performance Monitoring and Optimization:
      • Proficiency in monitoring tools and metrics.
      • Optimization strategies for system and network performance.
    • Data Analysis:
      • Ability to analyze data and generate meaningful insights.
      • Use of reporting and analytics tools.
    • Adaptability and Continuous Learning:
      • The IT field evolves rapidly, so being adaptable and open to learning new technologies and techniques is essential.
    • Teamwork and Collaboration:
      • Working effectively with a team, including cross-functional teams.
      • Collaborative problem-solving and decision-making.
    • Time Management and Prioritization:
      • Effective time management to handle multiple tasks and priorities efficiently.
    • Leadership and Decision-Making (especially for management roles):
      • Leadership skills for leading IT teams.
      • Making informed decisions based on data and analysis.

Responsibilities

    •  System Maintenance and Troubleshooting
      • Perform system maintenance tasks such as patch management, software updates, and system backups as per the schedule.
      • Identify and resolve system issues and errors promptly.
      • Perform system diagnostics and maintenance tasks.
      • Implement best practices for system health and reliability.
      • Manage installations, upgrades, and configurations of hardware and software.
    •  Infrastructure Management
      • Oversee the company's IT infrastructure, including servers, storage, networking equipment (routers, switches, firewalls, and VPNs), and cloud services.
      • Ensure the scalability and reliability of the infrastructure to meet needs.
      • Setup of Web Hosting, Email Hosting & DNS Management.
      • Design, deploy, and maintain physical and virtual infrastructure..
      • Ensure scalability and reliability of servers, storage, and networking components..
      • Optimize infrastructure for performance and cost-effectiveness
      • Plan for future infrastructure needs and expansion.
    •  Security Management
      • Implement and enforce security best practices, including firewall configurations, access controls, and intrusion detection systems.
      • Monitor systems for security threats and respond to incidents.
      • Implement firewalls, antivirus, and intrusion detection systems.
      • Email Security Management.
      • Conduct regular security audits and vulnerability assessments.
    •  Network Management
      • Design, configure, and maintain network infrastructure.
      • Monitor network performance and troubleshoot connectivity issues.
      • Implement network security measures, including access controls.
      • Ensure high availability and efficient data flow.
    • Virtualization and Cloud Management
      • Perform system maintenance tasks such as patch management, software updates, and system backups as per the schedule.
      • Identify and resolve system issues and errors promptly.
      • Perform system diagnostics and maintenance tasks.
      • Implement best practices for system health and reliability.
      • Manage installations, upgrades, and configurations of hardware and software.
    • • User Support
      • Provide technical support to end-users.
      • Assist with hardware and software issues.
      • Train users on system usage and best practices.
      • Document and resolve user-reported problems.
      • Create and manage user accounts and permissions.
      • Implement a ticketing system
    • Backup and Disaster Recovery
      • Develop and maintain backup strategies and schedules.
      • Test and verify data recovery procedures.
      • Plan and implement disaster recovery measures.
      • Ensure data integrity and availability in case of disasters.
    • Monitoring and Performance Optimization
      • Monitor system and network performance.
      • Identify bottlenecks and areas for improvement.
      • Optimize configurations for maximum efficiency.
      • Implement monitoring tools and alerts to address issues.
      • Manage installations, upgrades, and configurations of hardware and software.
    • Vendor Management
      • Collaborate with third-party vendors for hardware and software procurement, maintenance, and support contracts.
      • Evaluate and recommend new technologies and solutions.
      • Negotiate contracts and service level agreements (SLAs).
      • Cost-effective procurement of hardware and software assets.
      • Manage vendor relationships and ensure service quality.
    • Documentation and Training
      • Maintain comprehensive system documentation.
      • Create user guides and technical documentation.
      • Conduct training sessions for IT staff and end-users.
      • Ensure knowledge transfer and continuity.
    • Reporting and Analytics
      • Generate and analyze reports on system performance and security.
      • Provide insights and recommendations based on data analysis.
      • Monitor key performance indicators (KPIs) and metrics.
      • Support informed decision-making by stakeholders.

Qualification

    Graduation/Post-Graduation