Tasks & Responsibilities
- Efficient Administration and day-to-day maintenance of all IT systems including Server, Storage, Networking and Virtualisation.
- Monitor system performance.
- Install, configure and troubleshoot network equipment including routers, servers, switches, SANs and Phone Systems.
- Ensure adequate data protection measures are in place and that these are tested on a regular basis.
- Work closely with IT Manager to develop policies for the use of IT resources.
- Take proactive steps to ensure system availability.
- Monitor and maintain the security of IT systems and infrastructure to protect them from vulnerabilities and intrusions.
- Investigate and provide technical advice on the implementation of new technologies and systems as required.
Skills & Experience
- Excellent troubleshooting and problem-solving skills.
- Strong Microsoft Windows Server administration skills.
- Thorough knowledge and practical experience in key networking and systems concepts (e.g. DHCP, DNS, Active Directory, Group Policy).
- Thorough knowledge and practical experience in key Microsoft applications (SQL, Exchange, IIS).
- Solid understanding of Networking, switching, routing, wireless and firewalling.
- Scripting (e.g. Powershell or VBScript).
- Basic understanding of Linux server administration.