Network & Server Administrator

1. Network Administration

• Manage and monitor LAN, WAN, VPN, and internet connectivity.
• Configure and troubleshoot firewalls, routers, and switches.
• Maintain firewall rule sets and access control policies.
• Coordinate with ISPs and vendors for uptime and resolution.
• Monitor bandwidth usage and perform traffic analysis.
• Ensure secure and reliable remote access (VPN/SSL).
• Ensure compliance of network devices with ISMS and ISO 27001 controls (e.g., logging, auditing, secure configurations).
• Maintain documentation and access logs as per audit and security requirements.
• Conduct periodic reviews of network device configurations and logs to ensure compliance.
• Coordinate with internal audit teams and external auditors during IT infrastructure reviews.
• Maintain an updated inventory of network assets as required under ISO 27001.

2. Server Administration

• Perform user and group management via Active Directory.
• Manage OS-level updates and antivirus patching.
• Support backup process monitoring and verification.
• Perform basic server health checks and diagnostics.
• Assist with troubleshooting in virtual environments (VMware/Hyper-V).
• Ensure servers are configured, patched, and monitored in accordance with ISMS and ISO 27001 guidelines.
• Participate in periodic internal/external IT audits and provide necessary compliance evidence.
• Maintain access control records and user activity logs for review and audit readiness.
• Support implementation of security incident response actions as needed.
• Ensure regular review of user accounts and privileged access in line with ISO 27001 controls.

Required Skills & Competencies

Network Administration Skills

• Strong knowledge of TCP/IP, routing protocols, and LAN/WAN architecture
• Hands-on experience with firewalls (FortiGate, SonicWall), routers, and switches
• VPN configuration and internet link failover management
• Familiarity with monitoring tools like PRTG, Zabbix, or SolarWinds
• Understanding of VLANs, port forwarding, NAT, and DNS/DHCP
• Manage Data Centre FW, VPN, virtual infrastructure.

Server Administration Skills

• Proficiency with Windows Server and Active Directory environments
• File system permission and GPO management
• Windows OS patching and health monitoring
• Experience with BCP, DR, backup, Restoration.
• Exposure to Data Centre virtual infrastructure and management.

Soft Skills

• Strong troubleshooting and documentation skills
• Effective verbal and written communication
• Ability to prioritize and manage tasks independently
• Team collaboration and customer service orientation

Education:

Bachelors degree in computer science or a related field, any graduate

Experience:

5 to 6 years of Network & Server System administration

• Strong Technology knowledge of Networking, Systems Servers, Cloud, softwareetc, hardware, and protocols.
• Strong knowledge of implementing and developing IT Technology best practices, including expert knowledge of security, Logs, storage, data protection, BCP and disaster recovery Setup, protocols.
• Certification on following will be preferred:
• CCNA, CompTIA Security+
• Microsoft Certified Solutions Expert (MCSE)
• AWS / Azure Cloud Architect
• Firewall e.g., Sophos, Fortinetetc

Summary

This role is structured to support business-critical IT operations with a primary focus on network infrastructure management and secondary responsibilities in server administration, ensuring consistent uptime and secure connectivity.

The candidate must also be aware of and support the maintenance of ISMS (Information Security Management System) and ISO 27001 standard security and compliance requirements as part of their responsibilities, including audit readiness, asset documentation, SOPs, Architecture layouts, access control, and secure configuration management.