One of our clients is urgently looking for a Network & System Administrator.
Key Responsibilities:
Network Administration
- Configure, monitor, and maintain Cisco routers, switches, firewalls, and VPNs.
- Manage LAN/WAN connectivity, VLANs, QoS, and network segmentation.
- Implement and maintain network security best practices, including access controls and firewall policies.
- Troubleshoot network outages, latency, and performance issues.
- Maintain detailed network documentation, diagrams, and configurations.
Windows Server & Infrastructure Management
- Administer and support Windows Server environments (2016/2019/2022), including Active Directory, DNS, DHCP, and Group Policy.
- Oversee virtualization platforms such as Hyper-V or VMware.
- Manage system patching, updates, and backups for servers and critical systems.
- Ensure domain and file system security, user/group management, and access provisioning.
Microsoft 365 E5 Administration
- Administer Microsoft 365 E5 services including Exchange Online, SharePoint, Teams, OneDrive, and Security & Compliance Center.
- Implement and maintain Intune device management and conditional access policies.
- Support Azure AD synchronization and identity management.
- Configure and monitor Microsoft Defender for Endpoint and Defender for Office 365.
Security & Compliance
- Maintain firewall, VPN, and endpoint security policies in compliance with organizational standards.
- Perform regular network and system audits to identify vulnerabilities.
- Participate in disaster recovery planning, testing, and documentation.
Support & Collaboration
- Provide Tier 2–3 technical support for networking and system-related issues.
- Collaborate with helpdesk and application teams to resolve complex IT incidents.
- Assist in IT project planning and infrastructure upgrades.
Qualifications & Skills:
Required
- 5+ years of experience as a Network Administrator, Systems Administrator, or similar role.
- Strong knowledge of Cisco networking (CCNA-level or higher) routing, switching, VPN, and security.
- Strong knowledge of Meraki Cloud management for switching, routing, and wireless.
- Proficiency in Windows Server administration and Active Directory management.
- Hands-on experience with Microsoft 365 E5 and Azure AD environments.
- Solid understanding of TCP/IP, DNS, DHCP, VLANs, and VPN technologies.
- Strong troubleshooting and analytical skills.
Preferred
- Cisco CCNP or Microsoft Certified: Azure Administrator / Security certification.
- Experience with Meraki cloud-managed networks.
- Familiarity with PowerShell scripting and automation.
- Knowledge of backup solutions and disaster recovery strategies.
- Experience supporting hybrid cloud environments.
