System Administrator

We are looking for a dynamic System Administrator to become a vital part of our vibrant IT team, working remotely. Join the energy and come be part of the momentum! 

This is an amazing opportunity to get involved! As a System Administrator, you will play a crucial role in maintaining a secure, stable, and compliant infrastructure. We are seeking an experienced and detail-oriented System Administrator to join our IT team with a strong focus on system administration, data center operations, and cybersecurity, with a working knowledge of ISO 27001 standards and best practices. This role will play a critical part in our IT compliance initiatives, helping ensure that our systems and processes align with organizational policies and international standards for information security. 

Our goal is to have a sophisticated team equipped with expert technical skills in addition to keen business acumen. Each member of our team adds unique value to the business and the customer. Sourceability is committed to a culture where we attract the best talent in the industry. 

Insight on your impact:

• Manage and maintain the organization’s data center infrastructure, including servers, storage, and network hardware.
• Administer Microsoft Windows Server and Ubuntu Linux environments.
• Administer and optimize VMware vSAN/vSphere private cloud infrastructure, including deployment, configuration, monitoring, and ongoing maintenance.
• Ensure high availability, performance, and capacity utilization of vSAN clusters through proactive health checks, performance tuning, and issue resolution.
• Implement and maintain storage policies, perform upgrades and patches, and manage data migrations or expansions across private and public cloud environments.
• Collaborate with network and operations teams to ensure seamless integration of vSAN with broader IT systems.
• Configure, monitor, and support VPN infrastructure, with preference for Cisco Meraki, but experience with other solutions is acceptable.
• Implement and monitor cybersecurity controls in alignment with ISO 27001 controls and risk management practices.
• Collaborate with the Information Security team to support internal and external audits, risk assessments, and compliance documentation.
• Ensure change management processes are followed and documented in compliance with ISO 27001 Annex A.12.1.2 – Change Management.
• Maintain and monitor services hosted in Microsoft Azure, including cloud governance and security configurations.
• Ensure systems are regularly patched and updated and assist in vulnerability management and remediation activities.
• Maintain accurate and up-to-date infrastructure documentation and standard operating procedures in support of ISO 27001 Clause 7.5 – Documented Information.
• Participate in incident response and business continuity planning activities.
• Assist in defining and improving IT security policies, procedures, and technical controls. 

Your qualifications, your influence:

To be successful in the role, you must possess the following skills 

• 5+ years of experience in a System Administrator or similar technical role.
• Strong experience with data center infrastructure, virtualization, and operating systems.
• Proven experience with Windows Server, Ubuntu Linux, and VMware platforms.
• Experience with VPN solutions, preferably Cisco Meraki.
• Hands-on experience with Microsoft Azure, including security and policy configurations.
• Strong understanding of cybersecurity principles and information security standards.
• Strong grasp of networking basics: Firewalls, Routing, TCP/IP, VPN, DNS, DHCP, Ethernet, etc.
• Familiarity with the ISO/IEC 27001 framework, especially in IT operations contexts.
• Experience with change control, patch management, and system hardening. 

Key Competencies:

In this role, you will demonstrate strength in the following areas 

• Strong attention to detail and risk-based thinking.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to interpret and implement security and compliance requirements into technical infrastructure.
• Collaborative mindset with a willingness to take ownership and lead by example.
• Strong problem-solving and troubleshooting skills in a dynamic IT environment.