Systems Administrator
Description
Salary: $90,000 – $100,000 per year
Key Responsibilities
Install, configure, administer and maintain server hardware, operating systems and associated system software across on-premises, cloud and hybrid environments.
Administer Windows Server and Linux operating systems, including system configuration, service management, software installation and routine maintenance.
Maintain cloud-hosted server environments and related infrastructure across platforms such as Microsoft Azure, AWS or other platforms used by the business and its clients.
Monitor system performance, availability, storage capacity and resource utilisation, identifying and resolving operational issues.
Diagnose and troubleshoot server, operating system, application and system connectivity problems, implementing corrective actions to minimise service disruption.
Manage user accounts, access permissions, directory services, authentication settings and Group Policy in accordance with established security requirements.
Install system updates, apply security patches and maintain operating system configurations to ensure systems remain secure and supported.
Configure and maintain system backup processes, perform data restoration tests and support disaster recovery procedures to protect business information and system availability.
Monitor system logs, investigate recurring faults and perform root-cause analysis to improve system stability and reliability.
Administer virtualised server environments and associated resources, including virtual machines, storage and computing capacity, where applicable.
Maintain system security settings, access controls and configuration standards to reduce vulnerabilities and prevent unauthorised access.
Plan and implement approved system upgrades, migrations, software installations and configuration changes, including testing to verify system functionality.
Maintain accurate system documentation, configuration records, maintenance schedules, incident reports and operational procedures.
Coordinate with network engineers, cybersecurity specialists, vendors and external service providers to resolve system and infrastructure issues.
Assess system capacity, performance and operational requirements and recommend improvements to server configurations, resource allocation and infrastructure reliability.
Provide technical support and guidance on operating systems, server services, user access and infrastructure-related issues.
Ensure systems administration activities follow established IT procedures, change management practices and relevant information security requirements.
Skills and Experience Required
The successful candidate will demonstrate:
A bachelor's degree or higher in Information Technology, Computer Science, Engineering or a related discipline, or equivalent relevant experience.
Demonstrated experience in systems administration, including installing, configuring, maintaining and troubleshooting server operating systems and associated software.
Strong practical knowledge of Windows Server and/or Linux system administration.
Experience administering cloud or hybrid infrastructure, including relevant services within Microsoft Azure or AWS.
Knowledge of Active Directory, user account administration, access permissions and directory services.
Experience with system monitoring, performance management, software patching and infrastructure maintenance.
Understanding of backup management, data restoration, disaster recovery and business continuity procedures.
Familiarity with virtualisation technologies and the administration of virtual machines and supporting infrastructure.
Knowledge of system security controls, authentication, access management and secure configuration practices.
Strong diagnostic and problem-solving skills, with the ability to investigate and resolve complex system issues.
Ability to maintain technical documentation, follow change management procedures and communicate effectively with technical teams and clients.
Qualifications and Certifications
Relevant qualifications in Information Technology, Computer Science, Engineering or a related discipline are desirable.
Industry certifications relevant to the systems being administered, such as Microsoft Azure Administrator Associate, Microsoft Windows Server technologies, AWS administration or VMware virtualisation, will be viewed favourably.
What We Offer
A full-time opportunity working with business IT systems and cloud infrastructure.
Exposure to cloud, virtualised and hybrid computing environments.
Opportunities to develop technical expertise in systems administration and infrastructure management.
A collaborative working environment supporting reliable and secure IT services.
Annual remuneration of $90,000–$100,000, commensurate with skills and experience.
How to Apply
If you have the relevant technical skills and experience to administer, maintain and support reliable IT systems, we encourage you to apply.
Please submit your résumé outlining your qualifications, systems administration experience and relevant technical capabilities.
About Us
Vcloud Solutions Pty Ltd provides IT and cloud infrastructure solutions to businesses, supporting the operation, security and performance of modern technology environments. Our services include cloud infrastructure, digital workplace solutions, managed IT services and related infrastructure support.
We work with businesses to maintain reliable IT systems, improve infrastructure performance and support secure access to business applications and data.
About the Role
Vcloud Solutions Pty Ltd is seeking an experienced Systems Administrator to install, configure, administer, maintain and support server infrastructure, operating systems and associated software across cloud, on-premises and hybrid environments.
In this role, you will be responsible for maintaining system availability, monitoring performance, managing user access, implementing system updates, troubleshooting technical issues and maintaining backup and recovery procedures. You will also help ensure that infrastructure operates securely and efficiently to meet business and client requirements.
The successful candidate will have hands-on experience in systems administration, server management and infrastructure troubleshooting, together with the ability to maintain technical documentation and implement system improvements.