System Administrator

Position Description:

We are looking for a full-time Permanent 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:

1. Install and configure software and hardware
2. Manage network servers and technology tools
3. Set up accounts and workstations
4. Monitor performance and maintain systems according to requirements
5. Troubleshoot issues and outages
6. Ensure security through access controls, backups and firewalls
7. Upgrade systems with new releases and models
8. Develop expertise to train staff on new technologies
9. Build an internal wiki with technical documentation, manuals and IT policies

Requirements:

1. Proven experience as a System Administrator, Network Administrator or similar role
2. Experience with databases, networks (LAN, WAN) and patch management
3. Knowledge of system security (e.g. intrusion detection systems) and data backup/recovery
4. Ability to create scripts in Python, Perl or another language
5. Familiarity with various operating systems and platforms
6. Resourcefulness and problem-solving aptitude
7. Excellent communication skills
8. BSc/BA in Information Technology, Computer Science or a related discipline; professional certification (e.g. Microsoft Certified Systems Administrator (MCSA is a plus