System Administrator

Job Summary:

WovV Technologies, Global Business Productivity SaaS Company, is hiring System Administrator for multiple positions for Vadodara location.

We seek a highly skilled and experienced Cloud and Local System Administrator to join our dynamic IT team. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in managing both cloud-based and on-premises systems, ensuring their security, scalability, and optimal performance.

Experience:

• System Administrator Upto 3 years
• Senior System Administrator 3+ years
• Lead System Administrator 5 6+ years

Requirements:

• Bachelors in Information Technology, Computer Science or a related discipline; professional
  certification (e.g. Microsoft Certified Systems Administrator (MCSA)) is a plus
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Experience with databases, networks (LAN, WAN) and patch management
• Knowledge of system security (e.g. intrusion detection systems) and data backup/recovery
• Resourcefulness and problem-solving aptitude
• Experience with or knowledge operating systems; current equipment and technologies, enterprise
  backup and recovery procedures, system performance-monitoring tools, active directories,
  virtualization, HTTP traffic, content delivery, and caching

Key Responsibilities:

Cloud Infrastructure Management

• Configure and optimise cloud servers, security, updates, etc.
• Monitor and troubleshoot cloud-based systems to ensure high availability and performance.
• Having good knowledge of installing, configuring, and troubleshoots for
  • Linux centos, Ubuntu
  • Java & Tomcat
  • Apache
  • Redis
  • MySQL and MSSQL
  • WEB Servers
  • FTP and CDN systems
• Add and manage FTP accounts and file management
• Domain & sub-domain management
• Email configure and regularly update security for that

Security and Compliance:

• Implement security best practices for both cloud and local systems, including access controls, encryption, and vulnerability management.
• Known to comply with industry regulations and internal security policies.
• Security and hardening of the systems
  • SSL lookup and upgradations
  • Firewall and anti-virus security enhancement
  • IP and Port configuration and leakage monitoring
• Knowledge of cybersecurity principles and best practices.
• Experience implementing security measures for both cloud and on-premises environments.

On-Premises Systems Administration:

• Setup and configure
  • Microsoft servers
  • Windows OS
  • Linux OS
  • MAC OS
  • Various development IDE for Java, .Net, NodeJS, etc.
  • Database management studio for various databases (MySQL, SQLite, MSSQL, Redis, Mongo, etc.)
  • Manage Android and Apple devices
• Administer and maintain servers, storage, and networking equipment within the office servers and data centers.
• Implement and manage virtualization for efficient resource utilization.
• Setup & Support RDP or remote access for the Windows and MAC OS
• Inventory management for the physical assets and its tracking

Patching:

• Cloud Environments:
  • Implement a patch management strategy for cloud services, ensuring timely updates to maintain security and compliance.
  • Utilize automated tools provided by the cloud platform for patching virtual machines.
• On-Premises Systems:
  • Establish a patch management process for local servers and infrastructure components.
  • Schedule regular maintenance windows to apply patches without affecting critical operations.
  • Ensure that patches are thoroughly tested in a non-production environment before applying them to production systems.
  • Keep abreast of security bulletins and vulnerabilities to prioritize critical patches.
• Backup and Disaster Recovery:
  • Backup firewall, Data, File etc.
  • Regular practice to verify the backup restoration and recover
  • Manage old data archival or disposal cycle and maintain track of all backup
  • Implement backup and disaster recovery plans to protect critical data and systems.

Monitoring and Performance Optimization:

• Configured and managed the upgradation of the monitoring tools to track the performance and health of both cloud and on-premises systems.
• Identify and resolve performance issues through proactive optimization strategies.

Automation:

• Implement automation script/service and tools to streamline repetitive tasks, enhance efficiency, and reduce manual errors.
• Leverage Infrastructure for consistent and repeatable infrastructure deployment.
• Proficiency in scripting languages (e.g., PowerShell, Bash) for automation purposes.
• Familiarity with configuration management tools (e.g., Ansible, Puppet).

Collaboration and Documentation:

• Collaborate with other IT teams, stakeholders, and vendors to ensure seamless integration of systems. Like FTP, WAR deployment and load testing, IP whitelist and IP load tracking
• Maintain detailed documentation of configurations, processes, and procedures.

Systems Administration:

• Strong background in managing Windows and Linux server environments.
• Experience with Active Directory, DNS, DHCP, and other core services.

Networking Knowledge:

• Understanding of networking concepts, protocols, and security (TCP/IP, VLANs, VPNs, firewalls).

Problem-solving and Troubleshooting:

• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills to diagnose and resolve complex issues.
  • Server load manage
  • Log analysis and optimize service/configuration
  • Impact analysis and plans

Communication and Continuous Learning:

• Excellent communication skills for collaborating with cross-functional teams and conveying technical information to non-technical stakeholders.
• Ability to manage and prioritize tasks, projects, and deadlines effectively.
• Proactive in staying updated with the latest technologies and industry trends.
• Having a mix of cloud and on-premises skills makes this role versatile and valuable in organizations with hybrid or multi-cloud environments. Continuous learning and adaptability to evolving technologies are crucial for success in this dynamic field.

Alerting, Notifications and Auditing:

• Configure the alerting based on specific log events to proactively address issues.
• Configure notifications for critical events that require immediate attention.
• Conduct regular audits of logs to ensure proper functioning of logging mechanisms.
• Validate log entries for accuracy and completeness.
• Provide reports on user activities, login/logout times, and access to sensitive resources.
• Support investigations and compliance audits with user activity logs.
• Ensure reports align with regulatory compliance requirements.
• Facilitate auditing processes with comprehensive compliance reports.
• Create executive summaries for non-technical stakeholders highlighting key metrics and issues.
• Store historical reports to enable trend analysis and pattern recognition.
• Identify recurring issues or areas for improvement based on historical data.

Benefits and Perks :

• Team Outing
• Performance Bonus
• Employee reference bonus policy
• Exciting career path with an exponentially growing company
• Fun activities
• Abroad opportunities
• Deserving compensation