IT System Administrator

We are seeking an experienced IT System Administrator to manage our manufacturing facility's digital infrastructure. You will ensure high availability, security, and performance of both corporate networks and production-floor systems (OT/ICS). Key Responsibilities Infrastructure & System Management Manage Servers: Maintain physical and virtual servers (VMware/Hyper-V) across enterprise and production environments. Network Administration: Configure firewalls, switches, VLANs, and VPNs to ensure secure data flow. Storage & Backup: Oversee SAN/NAS storage, executing strict backup protocols and disaster recovery plans. Cloud Integration: Administer hybrid cloud infrastructure, focusing on Microsoft 365 and Azure/AWS. Manufacturing & Shop Floor Support OT Convergence: Bridge the gap between IT infrastructure and Operational Technology (OT), including PLC and SCADA networks. System Availability: Maintain 24/7 uptime for Manufacturing Execution Systems (MES) and Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) software. Device Management: Support industrial PCs, barcode scanners, label printers, and IoT sensors on the production line. Security, Compliance & Maintenance Cybersecurity: Implement endpoint protection, access controls, and patch management to safeguard intellectual property. Audit Compliance: Maintain documentation for IT governance, licensing, and industry-specific security standards. Vendor Management: Coordinate with external ISPs, hardware vendors, and software providers for maintenance and upgrades. Required Qualifications Experience & Education Years of Experience: 610 years in IT systems administration, with at least 3 years in a manufacturing environment. Education: Bachelors degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field. Technical Skills Operating Systems: Advanced knowledge of Windows Server (2019/2022) and Linux distributions. Networking: Strong understanding of TCP/IP, routing protocols, switching, and industrial network security. Virtualization: Proven expertise with VMware vSphere or Microsoft Hyper-V. Manufacturing Tech: Familiarity with ERP (e.g., SAP, Oracle, Infor) and shop-floor automation systems. Soft Skills Problem Solving: Ability to troubleshoot critical production-stopping infrastructure issues under pressure. Communication: Clear verbal and written skills to collaborate with both corporate executives and plant operators Location: Shendra MIDC , Chh Sambhaji Nagar For more details call 9765567505 .