System Administrator at Tezza Business Solutions Ltd

Job Summary:

We are seeking a qualified and experienced System Administrator with 3 to 5 years of proven expertise to contribute to our IT team. As a System Administrator, you will be responsible for the efficient operation and maintenance of our IT infrastructure, ensuring optimal performance and security.

Responsibilities:

• Install, configure, and maintain server operating systems and applications.
• Monitor system performance, conduct performance tuning, and implement optimizations.
• Administer user accounts, permissions, and access rights.
• Implement and maintain security protocols, ensuring the integrity of the IT environment.
• Perform regular backups, develop disaster recovery plans, and participate in testing.
• Troubleshoot hardware, software, and network issues, resolving problems promptly.
• Collaborate with IT support teams to provide technical assistance to end-users.
• Install and update software, patches, and system updates.
• Manage and support virtualization technologies.
• Evaluate and recommend hardware and software solutions to meet business needs.
• Document system configurations, changes, and upgrades.
• Participate in on-call rotations for after-hours support.

Requirements:

• Bachelor's degree in computer science, Information Technology, or a related field.​​​​​​
• 3 to 5 years of demonstrated experience as a System Administrator.
• Proficiency in administering Windows and/or Linux server environments.
• Strong understanding of networking protocols, services, and security.
• Experience with virtualization technologies (e.g., VMware, Hyper-V).
• Familiarity with cloud computing platforms (e.g., AWS, Azure, Google Cloud).
• Ability to script and automate routine tasks (e.g., PowerShell, Bash).
• Excellent problem-solving and troubleshooting skills.
• Strong communication skills and ability to work effectively with team members.
• Proactive attitude towards learning and staying updated on industry trends.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Certifications in relevant technologies (e.g., MCSA, MCSE, CompTIA Linux+).
• Experience with containerization technologies (e.g., Docker, Kubernetes).
• Knowledge of cybersecurity best practices.
• Familiarity with backup and recovery solutions.
• Experience with configuration management tools (e.g., Ansible, Puppet).
• Understanding of ITIL practices.
• Previous experience in a DevOps environment.