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System Administrator Job Description: Top Duties and Requirements

A System Administrator, also called a Network Administrator, takes care of computer systems and networks. Their duties include maintaining websites, monitoring and optimizing connectivity and installing server hardware and software.

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What does a System Administrator do?

A System Administrator supervises the operation of a computer network for an organization and makes sure that servers function properly, allowing customers and employees to communicate with each other, coordinate their actions and take care of essential tasks. System Administrators work in a variety of industries, so a System Administrator’s day-to-day activities often vary, from helping new users get started to looking for threats or errors on the local network to upgrading software. They spend most of their time in offices, and some visit multiple business locations regularly. Some System Administrators work from home for some or all of every week.

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System Administrator Job Description Examples:

Example 1

Job Title: System Administrator
Location: Boucherville, QC (Hybrid)
Job Type: Full-time

Must have vehicle
Must be able to go to office for onboarding on for the 1st month then after is 80% remote with travel either to Boucherville
French IS Mandatory, English is nice to have but not a must

Required skills

  • AEC, DEC or Bachelor's degree in information technology / networking or in a discipline deemed relevant (and/or relevant experience)
  • At least 7 years of experience in the same type of position
  • Excellent knowledge of Microsoft Windows Server (2012-2019), Active directory, Microsoft Exchange, SQL operating systems
  • Excellent knowledge of the TCP/IP protocol
  • Excellent knowledge of networks (switches, routers, firewalls, etc.)
  • Excellent knowledge of virtualization with VMWare tools
  • Very good knowledge of the infrastructure (SAN)
  • Very good knowledge of Linux/Unix (asset)
  • Knowledge of telecommunications
  • Technical experience related to IP telephony (asset)
  • Excellent command of French, both oral and written
  • Good command of English, both orally and in writing, in order to be able to communicate with certain non-French-speaking customers (asset)
  • Recognized certification (ex. VCP, A+, MCNA, MCP, CCNA) (asset)

    Job Type: Full-time

    Salary: $60,000.00-$85,000.00 per year

    Schedule:
  • Monday to Friday



    Ability to commute/relocate:
  • Boucherville, QC: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)

    Experience:
  • system administration: 8 years (preferred)
  • networks (switches, routers, firewalls, etc.): 5 years (preferred)
  • infrastructure (SAN): 3 years (preferred)
  • virtualization with VMWare tools: 4 years (preferred)
  • TCP/IP protocol: 3 years (preferred)
  • Microsoft Windows Server (2012-2019): 4 years (preferred)
  • Active directory, Microsoft Exchange: 5 years (preferred)
  • SQL operating systems: 4 years (required)

    • Example 2

    Job Title: Intermediate System Administrator

    Location: Toronto, Canada (Onsite)

    Duration: 12 months + (onsite, must be vaccinated)

    Interview MODE: - Phone + Video

    VISA: - Canadian citizen or perm resident

    Skills Required

    1. vSphere deployment and migration

    2. Linux support

    3. AD and Windows Server Patching

  • 5 or more years system administration experience with virtualized systems in an enterprise environment

  • Degree in Computer Sciences/Information Systems, or Engineering

  • Experience administering systems in a complex enterprise network environment, requiring knowledge of TCP/IP, DNS, DHCP, and other network services and protocols

  • Strong technical documentation and communication skills

  • Initiative; Effective interpersonal skills; Accurate; Team player; Excellent oral communication; Excellent written communication; Client focus; Judgement; Organized

    Thanks & Regards,

    Umashankar joshi

    Technical Recruiter

    Direct No: +1 [phone number] Ext. 343

    Job Type: Fixed term contract
    Contract length: 12 months

    Salary: $40.00 per hour

    Schedule:
  • 8 hour shift

    Ability to commute/relocate:
  • Toronto, ON: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)

    Experience:
  • system administration: 6 years (required)
  • vSphere: 4 years (required)
  • Active Directory: 5 years 6 years (required)

    • Example 3

    TPG Technology Ltd. is an Ottawa-based IT Professional Services firm, which has been providing quality solutions in the National Capital Region since 1985 to both Government and Private Sector clients with highly specialized resources.

    We have received a requirement to provide our federal government client with an MF Security Software Products System Administrator.

    Security:Secret (Mandatory)

    Language:English

    Contract Description:

    Mandatory:

  • 10+ years experience (within 15 years preceding the release date of this bid solicitation) with Systems Programming on IBM mainframes. This includes knowledge and experience using ISPF/TSO, REXX, JCL, CLIST, SDSF, USS, or IBM utilities such as IEFBR14, Iebgener, or Idcams in a parallel sysplex environment.
  • 10+ years experience (within 15 years preceding the release date of this bid solicitation) with installing, and/or applying maintenance to mainframe security related products (RACF/TSS/ACF2) via SMPe.
  • 10+ years experience (within 15 years preceding the release date of this bid solicitation) with maintaining and configuring mainframe security products including: parameter definition, profile maintenance, and security log management.
  • 10+ years experience (within 15 years preceding the release date of this bid solicitation) troubleshooting production issues, testing and development environment issues, performance issues, including performing system dump analysis
  • 10+ years experience (within 15 years preceding the release date of this bid solicitation) migrating security product maintenance and upgrades into development and production.
  • 8+ years experience (within 15 years preceding the release date of this bid solicitation) identifying performance challenges and implementing performance improvement and functional requirement strategies in a zSeries environment.
  • 8+ years experience (within 15 years preceding the release date of this bid solicitation) maintaining and recommending enhancements to the mainframe security environment, and/or making technical and procedural recommendations and enhancements for security related mainframe products
  • 5+ years experience (within 15 years preceding the release date of this bid solicitation) training and mentoring supporters of security related products.

    Please send your resume ONLYif you have the experience listed. A Secret Security clearancemust already be in place to be considered.

    Job Type: Full-time

    Schedule:
  • Day to Friday

    • Example 4

    About Novus:

    � We are a rapidly growing company offering the best in Internet, TV, and home Phone services.

    � We�ve been in business since 1996 and are headquartered right here in beautiful Vancouver close to bus routes and Skytrain stations.

    � We offer a comprehensive benefits package after 3 months of full-time employment.

    � Novus also offers generous education reimbursement and employer matching GRRSP programs.

    � It�s your birthday! Take the day off.

    � Own a dog? Bring your furry friend to our dog-friendly office.

    � Our Fun Club will have you socializing with activities throughout the year and donuts on Fridays will satisfy your cravings.

    Novus is currently seeking a System Administrator to help out in our growing Network team. You�ll be working in a fast-paced atmosphere where you will be exposed to a wide variety of experiences in many different technologies.

    Responsibilities:

    � Setup and deployment of Windows and Linux servers

    � Maintain and deploy VMware infrastructure and Veeam Backup environment

    � Maintain and configure Nimble Storage infrastructure

    � Maintain internal office services, (Domain Controllers, On-Premise Exchange, Active Directory Environment, GPOs, Endpoint Protection, etc)

    � Maintain internal and customer VoIP systems

    � Maintain Windows Server based IPTV system

    � Internal IT support

    Required Skills and Experience:

    � Bachelor of Computer Science or equivalent

  • Windows Server/Linux Server installation, configuration, and maintenance

  • Active Directory management

  • NAS/SAN storage arrays, preferably Nimble Storage and HP MSA

  • Networking fundamentals (VLANs, security, etc)

  • VMware, Hyper V virtualization platforms

  • Microsoft Exchange On-Premise / Microsoft 365

  • DNS/DHCP

  • Mail services (IMAP, POP3, SMTP)

  • Scripting in Windows and Linux (Powershell, Python, Bash)

  • AWS S3 & Glacier storage

    Assets:

  • Experience maintaining MS SQL, MySQL, PostgreSQL environments and databases

  • Familiar with BIND9, PowerDNS, DHCP, Apache, and NGINX services

  • Familiar with Cisco Systems, pfSense, and other firewall products

  • Ability to perform advanced troubleshooting and diagnostics across various systems

  • Knowledge/experience in IPTV delivery platform (MediaKind Mediaroom)

  • Knowledge/experience in VoIP services

  • Active Directory Certificate Authority

    We would like to thank all applicants in advance for your interest in this position. Only candidates selected for an interview will be contacted. No phone calls please.

    As a federally regulated company, Novus expects that all new employees provide proof of full vaccination with an approved Covid-19 vaccine or proof of a valid exemption. Exempt employees will be required to undergo regular Covid-19 tests before entering the workplace.

    Thank you!

    Job Type: Full-time

    Salary: $50,000.00-$60,000.00 per year

    Benefits:
  • Casual dress
  • Company events
  • Dental care
  • Employee assistance program
  • Extended health care
  • Life insurance
  • On-site parking
  • Paid time off
  • RRSP match
  • Tuition reimbursement
  • Vision care
    Schedule:
  • 8 hour shift
  • Day shift
  • Monday to Friday

    Ability to commute/relocate:
  • Vancouver, BC V5T 1C8: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (preferred)

    Experience:
  • Systems & Applications Administrators & Architects: 1 year (preferred)
  • system administration: 1 year deadline: 2022-06-15

    • Example 5

    About the Company

    Insight Enterprise Inc is a technology Solutions Provider serving local, national, and global clients in 190 countries. Today, thousands of clients rely on Insight to acquire, implement and manage technology solutions to empower their business. Insight�s success begins with our people making meaningful connections every day. Our culture lives in our teammates. Insight is looking for great people who will embrace our values of Hunger, Heart and Harmony. Hunger to create new opportunities for our clients. Heart to make a positive impact in people�s lives. Harmony to celebrate each other�s unique contributions to bring solutions to clients.

    Role:

    Our Client is currently seeking an experienced #600517 IT System Administrator - Linux (Contract)for a 9 months contract starting in Jun 2022 with strong possibility of extension. The work can be done remotely but resource must reside in Canada for duration of project. The ideal candidate will have 6+ years of experience as a System Admin (Linux) installing, configuring, and troubleshooting Linux servers (Ubuntu) in an enterprise environment. Experience managing Kubernetes cluster and using Python scripting would be an asset. Previous experience with Cloud technologies (AWS/Azure) would be an asset. Excellent communication skills and positive attitude. Knowledge of French language would be an asset.

    All Candidates must be legally entitled to work in Canada.

    Applications will be accepted until: Wednesday, May 25, 2022.

    Technical Skills (Nice to Have):

    � 6+ years of experience as a System Administrator (Linux) or equivalent in an enterprise IT environment (must have)

    � Experience in Install, configure and troubleshoot Linux servers (Ubuntu)

    � Experience manage Kubernetes cluster.

    � Experience with Python scripting would be an asset.

    � Previous experience with Cloud technologies (AWS/Azure) would be an asset.

    � Experience with Admin tools (e.g. GitHub, Snowflake, etc.) would be an asset

    � Experience with databases and SQL would be an asset.

    � Experience with the implementation of CI/CD and DataOps solutions would be an asset.

    � Bilingual Language: English and French

    � Must be eligible to work in Canada

    Education:

    � Degree/Certificate in Information Technology or equivalent would be an asset

    � Active Technical Certifications would be an asset

    Note:

    Please submit your resume describing your relevant experience. We thank you for your interest, however, only those selected for interviews will be contacted. All Qualified Applicants must be legally entitled to work in Canada.

    Job Type: Fixed term contract
    Contract length: 9 months

    Schedule:
  • 8 hour shift

    Experience:
  • system administration: 6 years (preferred)
  • Linux (Ubuntu): 5 years (preferred)
  • Kubernetes cluster: 4 years scripting: 4 years (preferred)

    • Example 6

    **
  • This job will require relocation to the Montreal area.*

    **
  • Relocation Assistance*

    **
  • This job requires that you are currently a Canadian Citizen or Permanent Resident*

    Must know

    Vbscript
    Powershell
    Redhat scripting
    Reverse engineering old script to adapt W10
    Reporting script when executed
    French Language (Fluent)

    Responbilities:

    - Responsible for configuring, deploying, supporting and managing desktop and laptop computers in a manufacturing shop floor ecosystem.
    - Working in partnership with a managed services provider to distribute standardize hardware and software to ensure manufacturing equipment uptime are unhindered.
    - Responsible for daily DT Services for the manufacturing shop floor ecosystem task including: Microsoft Windows system administration, monitoring, upgrades, patch management and email system administration.
    - Additional duties may include support and consulting for a wide varieties of project and initiatives to ensure proper business continuity.

    - Provide 1st & 2nd level support including evaluation, consulting and solution implementation.

    - Answer daily and weekly technical support inquiry for a wide varieties of issues including hardware, software, configuration and integration.
    - Maintain hardware and software as per DT guidelines and Business requirements.
    - Deploy and customize Microsoft operating systems asset using Sysprep, unattend, MST).
    - Recommends and implements improvements to ensure effectiveness.
    - Provides technical services or acts as a leader in support of project work.
    - Usage of scripts and diagnostic tools to solve problems.
    - Responsible for executing task as per documented process and procedures documentation.
    - Proven experience implementing and integrating PC application software, standard PC software development and related support
    - Perform daily system monitoring, verifying the integrity and availability of all hardware, server resources, systems and key processes, reviewing system and application logs, and verifying completion of scheduled jobs such as backups.
    - Contribute to overall proactive support initiatives
    - Apply patches and upgrades on a regular basis, and upgrade administrative tools and utilities.
    - Perform daily Backup and Recovery.

    Experience:
    - Minimum 2 years experience in support role in an IT environment
    - Endpoint & Server Management
    - Software packaging, integration and delivery (Wise, MSI, SMS, SCCM)
    - Scripting Language (Batch, PowerShell, VBS, VB, Visual Studio, Python)
    - Networking (VPN, TCP/IP, VLAN, routing, analysis)
    - Security (Active Directory, patches & upgrades, etc...)

    Education & Certification:
    - Computer Science related studies (Required)
    - IT Service Management
    - ServiceNow Certified System Administrator
    - Microsoft endpoint certification
    - Microsoft Certified Solutions Associate (MCSA)
    - Linux endpoint certification
    - Red Hat certification (RHCSA)
    - Server & Networking certification
    - Network+ certification
    - Security Certification
    - CompTIA Security+
    - Equivalent certification are relevant

    Skillsets:
    - Excellent organizational skills
    - Experience in a shop floor environment (an asset)
    - Experience in a data center environment (an asset)
    - Experience with priorities and mitigation management
    - Advanced support and troubleshooting skills / technical
    - Strong communication skills
    - In-depth knowledge and experience of software integration.

    Job Type: Full-time

    Salary: $53,466.00-$88,369.00 per year

    Additional pay:
  • Overtime pay
    Benefits:
  • Company events
  • Dental care
  • Disability insurance
  • Extended health care
  • Flexible schedule
  • Life insurance
  • On-site parking
  • Paid time off
  • Profit sharing
  • Relocation assistance
  • Vision care
  • Wellness program
    Schedule:
  • 8 hour shift
  • Overtime

    Ability to commute/relocate:
  • Halifax, NS: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)

    Application question(s):
  • Must be in Canada, Must have PR or Canadian Citizenship (Otherwise do not apply)

    Experience:
  • system administration: 4 years Driver's License (required)

    • System Administrator duties and responsibilities

    Systems Administrators often help with a wide range of tasks, including answering user questions, analyzing network speed and performance and creating budgets for upgrades or repairs. The duties and responsibilities in a System Administrator job description may include:

    • Ensuring the integrity of data storage and backup systems
    • Maintaining the internet connection and firewall and monitoring security tools
    • Managing the configuration of operating systems
    • Responding immediately to security or usability concerns
    • Anticipating potential problems and taking action to solve them before they impact users when possible
    • Testing software and reviewing application logs
    • Adding, removing or updating user information such as logins and passwords
    • Documenting the network’s configuration

    System Administrator skills and qualifications

    Successful System Administrators have a combination of technical and social skills. They can find errors in programming code, explain how to use software and hardware and interact with a wide variety of network users. Top skills and qualifications for System Administrators include:

    • Customer service skills
    • Written and verbal communication skills
    • Planning and organization skills
    • Problem-solving skills
    • An extensive understanding of operating systems and programming languages like C++, HTML, Java, Linux, Oracle, Pascal and Delphi
    • The ability to work under pressure in a fast-paced environment

    System Administrator experience requirements

    Most System Administrator jobs require two years of experience in a similar position. However, openings for more specialized or Senior System Administrators often ask for more than five years of experience with the programming language that the company uses most.

    System Administrator education and training requirements

    Most System Administrator jobs require an associate or bachelor’s degree in computer science, but many employers will accept programming certifications from software vendors instead. These certifications include Microsoft Certified Solutions Expert (MCSE), Red Hat Certified System Administrator, CompTIA Server+ and VMware Certified Professional. You can also consider a candidate with an equivalent amount of experience instead of a more formal education. Even extensively educated candidates should be willing to complete on-the-job training.

    System Administrator salary expectations

    According to Indeed Salaries, the average salary for a System Administrator is $63,586 per year. Pay rates for individual System Administrators depend on locations, education and experience and employers.

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    System Administrator job description FAQs

    Who does a System Administrator report to?

    System Administrators usually report to the head of the IT department or a Senior System Administrator. Many create technical reports to document updates, changes and network performance for executives as well. The most experienced, educated System Administrators supervise junior IT employees, and they may train all employees to use company hardware and software.

    How is a System Administrator different from a Database Administrator?

    A System Administrator keeps your computer network, hardware and software running smoothly. They also make sure that computer systems are as easy to use and efficient as possible. Database Administrators oversee specialized software that lets users access and enter data while ensuring that the information stays secure. Some Database Administrators design new databases and develop processes for transferring older data. Like System Administrators, they help people learn how to use software to input and analyze data. Both types of employees spend most of their time working in an office, and they may work from home a few days per week at some businesses.

    What makes a good System Administrator job description?

    A job description helps candidates decide whether their values, skills, experience and education are a good match for the openings available. To write a great System Administrator job description, include an overview of your company, its culture and values and any benefits your company offers new hires. Summarize key responsibilities and let people know about the hardware, software and programming languages they should expect to be working with most. You should also keep job descriptions brief and use clear, simple language.

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