System Administrator

Responsibilities

Tasks

• Evaluate and install computer hardware, networking software and operating system software
• Provide problem-solving services to network users
• Implement data, software and hardware security procedures
• Perform data backups and disaster recovery operations
• Set up local area networks and connections to the Internet
• Confer with clients to identify requirements
• Provide advice on information systems strategy, policy, management and service delivery
• Assess physical and technical security risks to data, software and hardware
• Develop policies, procedures and contingency plans to minimize the effects of security breaches
• Conduct reviews to assess quality assurance practices, software products and information systems

Experience and specialization

Computer and technology knowledge

• Networking software
• Extranet
• Intranet
• Internet
• Servers
• File management software
• Security software
• Mail server software
• MS Office
• MS Windows

Additional information

Transportation/travel information

• Public transportation is available

Work conditions and physical capabilities

• Fast-paced environment
• Work under pressure
• Physically demanding
• Attention to detail
• Sitting
• Combination of sitting, standing, walking

Personal suitability

• Accurate
• Client focus
• Efficient interpersonal skills
• Excellent oral communication
• Excellent written communication
• Initiative
• Organized
• Team player