Junior System Admin

Ali Bin Ali

Doha, Qatar

QUALIFICATION & EXPERIENCE:

•  Bachelor’s degree in computer science or related field.
• An average of 3 to 5 years of experience in system administration and managing on-premises and cloud-hosted servers.
• Expertise in Microsoft Active Directory, Exchange Online, and Azure services.
• Proficient in managing Nutanix Clusters, Hyper-V High Availability clusters, and supporting virtual machines.
• Extensive experience with software deployment, patch management, and SCCM administration.
• Strong background in DHCP and DNS administration, particularly with DDI solutions.
• Proficient in PowerShell scripting for automating system tasks and managing infrastructure.
• Hands-on experience with backup and disaster recovery solutions, including Veeam Backup & Replication.
• Familiarity with security solutions, including Symantec Protection Manager and Cisco IronPort mail security.
• Experience with managing email systems such as Cisco Unified CM and Cisco Digital Media Manager.

Strong knowledge of network infrastructure and collaboration with security teams to address vulnerabilities

PRINCIPAL ACCOUNTABILITIES : 

• Administer on-premises and Azure-hosted servers, ensuring high availability and system performance.
• Identify gaps in system infrastructure and deploy new solutions to maintain system integrity and ensure business continuity.
• Collaborate with network, application, and database teams for smooth IT system operations.
• Administer and manage Microsoft Active Directory and Exchange Online services.
• Oversee and manage Nutanix Cluster and Hyper-V High Availability clusters, supporting all virtual machines.
• Manage all Azure virtual machines and deploy new server solutions as needed.
• Administer and configure App Spaces and Resource containers on Azure, monitoring workloads and preparing for future growth.
• Support and manage DDI solutions for DHCP and DNS services.
• Work with the security team to resolve vulnerabilities and ensure timely application of security patches.
• Provide training and support for new solutions to improve the IT
• department’s efficiency.
• Resolve user issues by working directly with the help desk and IT support teams, offering troubleshooting and support via telephone.
• Administrate shared file systems, create folders, and manage security permissions.
• Monitor and review system logs daily, ensuring smooth operation.
• Manage and maintain user accounts, group policies, email groups, and security groups in Active Directory.
• Administer Symantec Protection Manager, Right Fax, Symprex Email Signature Manager, and various Cisco Systems (IronPort mail security, Unified CM Administration, and Digital Media Management).