System Administrator

Experience:2 to 4 years

Location: Thiruvananthapuram

Technical Skills

1. Operating Systems
2. Proficiency in managing systems like Windows Server, Linux/Unix, and macOS.
3. Networking
4. Understanding of TCP/IP, DNS, DHCP, routing, firewalls, and VPNs.
5. Configuring and managing network devices.
6. System Security
7. Knowledge of firewalls, intrusion detection systems (IDS), and encryption protocols.
8. Experience with endpoint security tools and practices.
9. Server Management
10. Setting up and maintaining servers (physical and virtual).
11. Experience with web servers (e.g., Apache, Nginx) and database servers (e.g., MySQL, SQL Server).
12. Virtualization and Cloud Computing
13. Expertise in tools like VMware, Hyper-V, and cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, Google Cloud).
14. Automation and Scripting
15. Writing scripts for automation using PowerShell, Bash, Python, or other tools.
16. Backup and Recovery
17. Designing and implementing backup strategies.
18. Experience in disaster recovery planning.
19. Monitoring Tools
20. Familiarity with tools like Nagios, Zabbix, or SolarWinds for performance and uptime monitoring.
21. Software and Patch Management
22. Regularly updating systems and applying security patches.
23. Storage Management
24. Knowledge of SAN, NAS, RAID, and cloud-based storage solutions.

Soft Skills

1. Problem-Solving
2. Analytical skills to diagnose and resolve technical issues efficiently.
3. Attention to Detail
4. Ensuring system configurations and processes are accurate.
5. Time Management
6. Ability to prioritize tasks and manage workloads effectively.
7. Communication Skills
8. Explaining technical issues clearly to non-technical stakeholders.
9. Team Collaboration
10. Working closely with other IT teams or departments.