senior systems administrator

GUC Center of Continuing Education

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 Overview
 
 
 
 Senior-level systems administrator responsible for the stability, security, and continuous operation of enterprise systems across on-prem and cloud environments. Hands-on role with on-call responsibility.
 
 
 
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 Perform system maintenance, updates, patching, backups, and troubleshooting.
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 Support system migrations, upgrades, and infrastructure improvements.
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 Administer Windows Server environments: Active Directory, DNS, DHCP, WSUS, Group Policy.
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 Manage identity and access across Active Directory and Azure AD.
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 Operate virtualization platforms and enterprise storage systems.
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 Manage backup and recovery operations, including restore testing.
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 Run vulnerability remediation and patch management cycles.
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 Administer endpoint management and security platforms.
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 Monitor system health, performance, and availability; resolve incidents and prevent recurrence.
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 Maintain asset inventory for servers, devices, licenses, and warranties.
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 Provide escalation-level support to internal teams.
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 Maintain clear technical documentation and operational records.
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 Participate in on-call rotations and maintenance windows.
 
 
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 Requirements
 
 
 
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 8+ years of experience as a Systems Administrator or similar role.
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 Strong hands-on experience with Windows Server and Active Directory environments.
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 Experience with VMware or equivalent virtualization platforms.
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 Experience with enterprise backup and storage platforms.
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 Experience with Microsoft 365 and Exchange Online, including migrations.
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 Basic scripting or automation using PowerShell and/or Bash.
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 Experience with Azure or other major cloud platforms.
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 Strong communication skills in English and Arabic.
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 Relevant technical certifications are an advantage.
 
 
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 Working Conditions
 
 
 
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 Full-time position.
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 On-call availability for critical system incidents.
 
 
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 Application Instructions
 
 
 
 Interested applicants are invited to submit their curriculum vitae to the GUC HR E-mail: &ldquo;hr@guc.edu.eg&rdquo; specifying in the subject: (Senior Systems Administrator) to facilitate the screening process
 
 
 Applications will be reviewed until position is filled. For best consideration, submit applications before 10th of May, 2026.
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Senior Systems Administrator

German University in Cairo

<div>Overview 
 
Senior-level systems administrator responsible for the stability, security, and continuous operation of enterprise systems across on-prem and cloud environments. Hands-on role with on-call responsibility. 
 
Key Responsibilities: 
 
<ul><li>Perform system maintenance, updates, patching, backups, and troubleshooting.</li><li>Support system migrations, upgrades, and infrastructure improvements.</li><li>Administer Windows Server environments: Active Directory, DNS, DHCP, WSUS, Group Policy.</li><li>Manage identity and access across Active Directory and Azure AD.</li><li>Operate virtualization platforms and enterprise storage systems.</li><li>Manage backup and recovery operations, including restore testing.</li><li>Run vulnerability remediation and patch management cycles.</li><li>Administer endpoint management and security platforms.</li><li>Monitor system health, performance, and availability; resolve incidents and prevent recurrence.</li><li>Maintain asset inventory for servers, devices, licenses, and warranties.</li><li>Provide escalation-level support to internal teams.</li><li>Maintain clear technical documentation and operational records.</li><li>Participate in on-call rotations and maintenance windows.</li></ul> 
Requirements: 
 
<ul><li>8+ years of experience as a Systems Administrator or similar role.</li><li>Strong hands-on experience with Windows Server and Active Directory environments.</li><li>Experience with VMware or equivalent virtualization platforms.</li><li>Experience with enterprise backup and storage platforms.</li><li>Experience with Microsoft 365 and Exchange Online, including migrations.</li><li>Basic scripting or automation using PowerShell and/or Bash.</li><li>Experience with Azure or other major cloud platforms.</li><li>Strong communication skills in English and Arabic.</li><li>Relevant technical certifications are an advantage.</li></ul> 
Working Conditions: 
 
<ul><li>Full-time position.</li><li>On-call availability for critical system incidents.</li></ul> 
Application Instructions: 
Interested applicants are invited to submit their curriculum vitae to the GUC HR E-mail: &ldquo;hr@guc.edu.eg&rdquo; specifying in the subject: (Senior Systems Administrator) to facilitate the screening process 
 
Applications will be reviewed until position is filled. For best consideration, submit applications before 10th of May, 2026.</div>

Public Cloud Services - PCS

<div>
 Job Title: Senior System Administrator
 
 
 Department: IT
 
 Location: El Sheikh Zayed, Giza
 
 Reporting To: Infrastructure Head
 
 Direct Reports: N/A
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 Job Purpose
 
 
 The Senior System Administrator is responsible for designing, implementing, and maintaining the organization&rsquo;s IT infrastructure. This role ensures high availability, performance, security, and reliability of systems across on-premises and cloud environments, with a strong focus on virtualization, Windows &amp; Linux servers, Microsoft Azure, and Office 365.
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 Key Duties &amp; Responsibilities
 
 
 Infrastructure &amp; Systems Management
 
 
 
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 Design, deploy, and manage virtualized environments using VMware, Hyper-V, or KVM.
 
 
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 Install, configure, administer, and troubleshoot Windows and Linux servers.
 
 
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 Monitor system performance and optimize configurations to ensure efficiency and stability.
 
 
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 Ensure systems are updated with the latest patches, upgrades, and security updates.
 
 
 
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 Active Directory &amp; Identity Management
 
 
 
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 Manage Active Directory services, including user accounts, group policies, and permissions.
 
 
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 Maintain secure access controls and directory services best practices.
 
 
 
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 Cloud &amp; Microsoft Services
 
 
 
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 Manage and administer Microsoft Azure services, including provisioning and configuration of cloud resources.
 
 
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 Administer and support Microsoft Office 365 services to ensure optimal performance and user accessibility.
 
 
 
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 Security, Backup &amp; Recovery
 
 
 
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 Implement and maintain security controls, antivirus solutions, and access management policies.
 
 
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 Develop, manage, and test backup and disaster recovery strategies to ensure data availability and integrity.
 
 
 
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 Database Administration
 
 
 
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 Manage and support MS SQL databases, including configuration, performance tuning, and backup strategies.
 
 
 
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 Documentation &amp; Collaboration
 
 
 
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 Create and maintain technical documentation for systems, configurations, and procedures.
 
 
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 Collaborate with other IT teams to support applications and infrastructure services.
 
 
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 Provide technical guidance and support to junior team members.
 
 
 
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 Troubleshooting &amp; Support
 
 
 
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 Diagnose and resolve hardware, software, and system issues on time.
 
 
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 Provide advanced technical support to ensure minimal downtime.
 
 
 
 
 
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 Requirements
 
 
 Experience &amp; Qualifications
 
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 Education: Bachelor&rsquo;s degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field.
 
 
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 Experience: Minimum of 5 years of hands-on experience in system administration, with strong exposure to virtualization, Windows, Linux, Azure, and Office 365.
 
 
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 Certifications (Preferred):
 
 
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 MCSE
 
 
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 RHCE
 
 
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 Azure Administrator Associate
 
 
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 VMware Certified Professional (VCP)
 
 
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Senior System Admin

Boutiqaat

We are looking for a reliable, proactive, and technically skilled Senior System Administrator with 5+ years of hands-on experience to manage and support our IT infrastructure. The ideal candidate should have strong expertise in Windows administration, networking, and security systems. The role requires someone who can ensure smooth day-to-day operations and quickly resolve technical issues.Key Responsibilities:<ul><li>Manage and maintain servers, Active Directory, and overall IT infrastructure.</li><li>Configure and administer Fortigate Firewalls, Cisco routers, and switches.</li><li>Handle Veem backup solutions, including scheduling, monitoring, and recovery.</li><li>Manage and troubleshoot VOIP systems and related telephony infrastructure.</li><li>Administer and maintain IP surveillance Cameras systems.</li><li>Perform Windows Server and workstation administration, including troubleshooting PCs and network endpoints.</li><li>Monitor system and network performance and proactively resolve hardware, software, and connectivity issues.</li><li>Install, configure, update, and patch operating systems and business applications.</li><li>Ensure data security, system backups, disaster recovery, and compliance with IT policies.</li><li>Provide technical support to internal users and resolve IT-related issues efficiently.</li><li>Maintain accurate system documentation and IT asset records.</li></ul>Requirements (Must Have):<ul><li>5+ years of experience as a System Administrator or in a similar IT infrastructure role.</li><li>Strong hands-on experience with Veem Backup, Active Directory, and Windows Administration.</li><li>Solid experience in Firewalls configuration, especially Fortigate.</li><li>Good knowledge of Cisco networking &ndash; able to configure routers and switches.</li><li>Experience with VOIP systems and telephony troubleshooting.</li><li>Hands-on experience in Cameras administration (IP surveillance systems).</li><li>Ability to troubleshoot and resolve PC, network endpoints, and connectivity issues independently.</li></ul>Nice to Have:<ul><li>Linux administration experience.</li><li>Advanced knowledge of VOIP systems, including deploying IPBX.</li></ul>Application Question(s):<ul><li>How many years of work experience do you have with System Administration?</li><li>How many years of work experience do you have with VMware?</li><li>How many years of work experience do you have with Active Directory?</li><li>How many years of work experience do you have with Fortigate?</li><li>What's your Salary Expectation in KWD/month? (MANDATORY)</li><li>How soon you can join us? (If you can join immediately, Please mention&quot;0&quot;) (MANDATORY)</li></ul>Work Location: In person

Senior System Administrator

<div>Role Summary 
 
Responsible for the physical, electrical, environmental, and safety operations of data centers and network rooms. Accountable for uptime, power continuity, environmental stability, fire safety readiness, and facility discipline. Hands-on operational role. 
 
Key Responsibilities: 
<ul><li>Operate and supervise data centers and network rooms.</li><li>Monitor and control temperature, humidity, airflow, and environmental sensors (smoke, water leakage, air quality).</li><li>Manage power infrastructure including UPS systems, battery strings, ATS switches, power regulators, power distribution, and backup generators.</li><li>Execute and document generator drills, power failover tests, and UPS/battery health checks.</li><li>Operate and maintain cooling systems and ensure capacity meets load requirements.</li><li>Oversee fire detection and suppression systems and lead emergency and fire-fighting drills.</li><li>Enforce cleanliness standards, coordinate deep cleaning, and maintain physical room integrity.</li><li>Monitor facility infrastructure, act as escalation owner for incidents, and perform root cause analysis.</li><li>Participate in capacity planning and sizing for power, cooling, and space.</li><li>Control maintenance schedules and report operational status and risks to the Head of Infrastructure.</li></ul> 
Requirements: 
<ul><li>5&ndash;8 years of experience in data center operations or critical facility management.</li><li>Hands-on experience with power, cooling, fire systems, and environmental monitoring.</li><li>Proven involvement in generator, fire system, and power failover drills.</li></ul> 
Working Conditions: 
<ul><li>Regular physical presence in data centers and network rooms.</li><li>On-call availability for critical incidents.</li><li>Participation in drills, maintenance windows, and emergency exercises.</li></ul> 
Application Instructions: 
Interested applicants are invited to submit their curriculum vitae to the GUC HR E-mail: &ldquo;hr@guc.edu.eg&rdquo; specifying in the subject: (Senior Data Center Administrator) to facilitate the screening process 
 
Applications will be reviewed until position is filled. For best consideration, submit applications before 10th of May, 2026.</div>

Senior Data Center Administrator

Ceenex Global LLC

The L3 Systems &amp; Cloud Engineer will be responsible for the administration, monitoring, andmanagement of DHA&rsquo;s physical servers, virtual machines, Azure cloud infrastructure, and containerplatforms. The role ensures high availability, performance, security, and compliance of all managed environments while following ITIL-aligned processes and best practices.Key ResponsibilitiesServer / VM ManagementVMware ManagementAzure ManagementMicrosoft 365 ManagementContainer Platform ManagementGeneral ResponsibilitiesParticipate in change management, incident management, and problem management activities.Maintain procedural documentation and SOPs.Ensure compliance with organizational security policies and industry standards.Collaborate with cross-functional teams and vendors for seamless operations.Mandatory:CCIE certificationRequired Skills &amp; ExperienceMinimum 8 years of experience in enterprise server, cloud, virtualization, and container management.Strong expertise in Windows Server OS administration.Hands-on experience with VMware virtualization technologies (vSphere, vCenter, ESXi).Strong experience in Microsoft 365 administration and security.Hands-on experience with Azure IaaS/PaaS services, networking, and security.Proficient in container orchestration (Kubernetes/AKS/OpenShift).Experience with monitoring, backup, and DR solutions.Familiarity with ITIL processes (Incident, Change, Problem, Access, and Configuration Management).Strong troubleshooting, analytical, and problem-solving skills.Excellent communication and documentation skills.Preferred CertificationsMicrosoftAZ-104: Microsoft Azure AdministratorAZ-305: Microsoft Azure Solutions Architect (Optional)MS-102: Microsoft 365 Administrator ExpertMS-900: Microsoft 365 Fundamentals (Optional)VMwareVCP-DCV (VMware Certified Professional &ndash; Data Center Virtualization)VMware Advanced Certification (Optional) Containers / KubernetesCKA (Certified Kubernetes Administrator)ITIL / Service ManagementITIL 4 FoundationJob Type: Full-timePay: AED16,000.00 - AED20,000.00 per monthWork Location: In person

Senior L3 System Admin

SFAI Qatar

Key Responsibilities:<ul><li>Manage Identity &amp; Access Management (IAM) using Azure AD and on-prem Active Directory</li><li>Operate Azure AD Connect, AD FS, and enable secure single sign-on</li><li>Administer Office 365 services (Exchange Online, SharePoint, Teams)</li><li>Deploy and manage cloud solutions on Azure and GCP</li><li>Maintain on-prem infrastructure (VMware, servers, storage, backup &amp; DR solutions)</li><li>Support hybrid integrations (Azure Arc, Site Recovery, Azure Backup)</li><li>Execute cloud migrations and repatriation projects</li><li>Manage Azure networking, VMs, storage, and security controls</li><li>Monitor infrastructure performance and ensure system reliability</li><li>Administer Windows and Linux environments (RHEL, SUSE, Ubuntu)</li><li>Manage databases (Azure SQL, MySQL, Cosmos DB)</li><li>Implement DevOps practices (CI/CD, IaC using Terraform/Bicep/ARM)</li><li>Manage containers and Kubernetes (AKS, Docker)</li><li>Coordinate with vendors and support project delivery</li><li>Ensure compliance with security policies and operational standards</li><li>Develop documentation, SOPs, and mentor junior team members</li></ul>Qualifications and Skills<ul><li>Bachelor&rsquo;s or Master&rsquo;s degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field.</li><li>Certifications: Azure AZ-104, RHCSA, VCP-DCV, AZ-700, AZ-500, SC-900, GCP Professional.</li></ul>Proven experience in hybrid infrastructure administration (on-premise and cloud).<ul><li>Strong expertise in Azure and GCP cloud platforms.</li><li>Extensive hands-on experience with VMware, backup solutions, and disaster recovery.</li><li>Experience with migration and repatriation between Azure regions and hybrid setups.</li><li>Knowledge of Kubernetes and containerization technologies.</li><li>Proficiency in Azure subscription management, Azure Information Protection, and Azure Active Directory.</li><li>Familiarity with Windows Server Active Directory, LDAP, OAuth, SAML, and firewalls.</li><li>Strong hands-on experience with O365, Intune, and SCCM.</li><li>Excellent troubleshooting, problem-solving, and incident management skills.</li><li>Strong communication, collaboration, and team leadership abilities.</li><li>Arabic proficiency is an advantage but not mandatory.</li></ul>Pay: QAR18,500.00 - QAR19,500.00 per hourExperience:<ul><li>Senior System Administrator: 7 years (Preferred)</li></ul>Language:<ul><li>English (Preferred)</li><li>QID (Preferred)</li></ul>Work Location: In person

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