IT System Administrator

Company Overview

Our client is a premier Saudi Arabian technology and telecommunications powerhouse headquartered in Riyadh. As a critical subsidiary of a prestigious global investment holding company which manages a diversified portfolio of market leaders in the FMCG, manufacturing, and industrial sectors they stand as a pillar of innovation in the Kingdom.

Specializing in next-generation telecommunications, data networks, and complex low-current systems, they offer a high-stakes, technologically advanced environment for professionals who strive for excellence within a market-leading corporate ecosystem.

Job Overview

The IT System Administrator is responsible for the health, stability, and integrity of the organization’s core IT infrastructure. This role requires a hands-on technical expert capable of managing a complex environment that includes multi-platform servers, virtualization, and enterprise storage. You will ensure that our systems are not only operational but optimized, secure, and resilient against data loss through robust backup and recovery management.

Key Responsibilities

1. Server & Operating System Management

• Multi-Platform Administration: Manage and maintain a hybrid server environment, ensuring peak performance for both Linux and Microsoft operating systems.

• System Integrity: Proactively implement and monitor system health to identify potential bottlenecks or failures before they impact business operations.

• Troubleshooting: Act as the lead technical resource for resolving complex system errors and hardware/software malfunctions.

2. Core Infrastructure Administration

• Directory Services: Manage and optimize Active Directory, including group policies, user permissions, and security auditing.

• Messaging & Collaboration: Administer MS Exchange environments to ensure seamless and secure communication across the organization.

• Virtualization: Oversee the VMware environment, including resource allocation, VM deployment, and cluster management.

• Storage & SAN: Manage and maintain EMC Storage solutions to ensure high availability and efficient data management.

3. Data Protection & Backup

• Backup Protocols: Design and execute reliable backup strategies using Veeam Backup to ensure zero data loss.

• Disaster Recovery: Regularly test and validate recovery protocols to ensure business continuity in the event of hardware or system failure.

4. Process & Improvement

• System Documentation: Maintain detailed records of system configurations, licensing, and maintenance logs.

• Efficiency Enhancements: Identify opportunities for system upgrades or process improvements to enhance data integrity and decision support.

Skills & Experience

• Education: Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field.

• Experience: Minimum of 5 years of professional experience in a System Administration or Infrastructure role.

• Technical Mastery: Deep hands-on experience with Active Directory, VMware, and enterprise storage (EMC).

• Backup Expertise: Proven track record in managing enterprise backup solutions, specifically Veeam.

• OS Knowledge: Proficiency in both Linux and Windows Server environments.

Professional Qualifications

Candidates must hold at least one (or more) of the following certifications:

• MCITP (Microsoft Certified IT Professional)

• MCSE (Microsoft Certified Solutions Expert)

• VCP (VMware Certified Professional)

• RHCP (Red Hat Certified Professional)

Personal Attributes

• Methodical & Organized: A highly structured approach to system maintenance and troubleshooting.

• Pragmatic Problem-Solver: Able to diagnose and resolve technical issues quickly to minimize downtime.

• Resilient: Capable of managing competing priorities in a fast-paced, high-tech environment.

• Quality Focused: A strong commitment to high-quality delivery and attention to the smallest technical details.

What We Offer

• A critical role within a leading player in Saudi Arabia’s telecommunications and tech sector.

• Exposure to top-tier enterprise technologies and large-scale Kingdom-wide projects.

• A competitive salary package and the stability of a major global holding group.