About the job Server & System / Network Administrator
Job Responsibilities:
Administer and support Office 365 environment, including MS Exchange and Active Directory related functions.
Develop scripts (e.g., PowerShell) to automate and secure common administrative tasks.
Use programming languages such as Java, PHP, Perl, or JavaScript to develop Identity Management (IDM) functionality, including provisioning, password synchronization, account management, and custom solutions.
Administer and configure LDAP servers, developing custom LDAP search filters and queries.
Procure server equipment and manage subcontractors involved with server installation.
Implement server-level policies and ensure compliance with industry standards.
Perform periodic maintenance on server operating systems, file servers, and email servers.
Develop and maintain role-based identity management solutions.
Design, implement, and provide support for all servers across the organization.
Monitor server uptime using various tools and ensure high availability through proactive measures.
Collaborate with technical support teams to resolve user issues and schedule maintenance activities such as updates and patches.
Identify and raise issues regarding specifications, architecture, or implementation strategies that could lead to performance or quality problems.
Participate in technical design reviews, functional specification reviews, and contribute to project estimates, scheduling, test plans, and code reviews.
Maintain and optimize backup system infrastructure, improve performance, and implement new enhancements and services.
Conduct capacity planning and performance analysis of backup and storage infrastructure.
Follow strict operational procedures and create new ones when gaps are identified.
Perform any other duties assigned by the Department Head.
Qualifications:
Proven experience of at least 5 years in server administration or similar roles.
Expertise in Office 365, MS Exchange, Active Directory, and LDAP management.
Strong knowledge of scripting languages (e.g., PowerShell, Java, PHP, Perl, JavaScript).
Familiarity with identity management, backup systems, and server hardware procurement.
Ability to troubleshoot, maintain, and upgrade server infrastructure.