Senior System Network Administrator

Job Title : Senior System Network Administrator Location : Hyderabad Experience : 5-8 years Must Have"s : - Linux - Windows - Network Infrastructure - Google Workspace administration Key Responsibilities : IT Operations : - Manage the local IT team across helpdesk, infrastructure, and systems functions. - Ensure 24/7 availability and performance of IT systems, including hardware, software, and networking. - Oversee IT onboarding/offboarding and enforce access control policies and role-based permissions. - Maintain accurate inventory of all IT assets, licenses, and configurations. System Administration : - Administer and maintain on-premise and cloud-based servers (Windows/Linux). - Manage Active Directory, Group Policy, DNS, DHCP, and system patching. - Maintain and support Google Workspace, (Gmail, Drive, etc.) and Microsoft 365. - Ensure system resilience through backup solutions, regular testing, and capacity planning. Implement and manage device compliance, software deployment, and policy enforcement. Network & Firewall Management : - Oversee LAN/WAN operations, including switches, routers, firewalls, enterprise Wi-Fi, and VPNs. - Manage Fortigate enterprise-grade firewalls and ensure secure perimeter configurations. - Continuously monitor network performance, resolve bottlenecks, and implement redundancy strategies. - Coordinate upgrades, network segmentation, and secure remote access controls. Cybersecurity & Compliance : - Enforce corporate cybersecurity policies locally, ensuring secure infrastructure and endpoints. - Deploy and monitor endpoint protection, MFA, data loss prevention (DLP), patch management, and MDM. - Support internal audits and maintain compliance with frameworks such as ISO 27001. - Assist in the development and execution of disaster recovery and business continuity plans. - Log and respond to security events and coordinate with the global Security Operations Center (SOC). Vendor & Procurement Management : - Maintain relationships with local IT vendors, ISPs, and service providers. - Oversee IT procurement and license renewals. Cross-Functional Collaboration : - Work closely with global IT, Cloud Teams, and Information Security teams on shared infrastructure and cloud initiatives. - Provide insights into technology improvements from a local operational perspective. - Regularly report on IT metrics, system performance, risks, and recommendations to senior leadership.