44 System Administration jobs in Dubai

• Network Administration: Manage and maintain the stacked access switches (Layer 2) and core L3 switches. Configure and troubleshoot VLANs, DHCP relay, inter-VLAN routing, and Port-Channels (LAGs). Administer FortiGate firewalls, including NAT policies, security rules, SD-WAN settings, and DNS filtering. Ensure redundancy and routing between dual internet connections (ADSL), segregating VLAN traffic by route. Maintain and monitor the MPLS WAN link and ensure routing for internal applications is correctly prioritized. Monitor network health, throughput, and uptime using SNMP and preferred monitoring tools. Setup and manage site-site VPN connections. Implement network and system monitoring tools.
• System Administration: Manage the Windows Server 2025 infrastructure including Active Directory (user / group management, GPO). DHCP & DNS configuration, cleanup, and failover planning. Maintain local DNS resolution hierarchy with proper upstream forwarders. Support future DHCP failover / high-availability setup with a secondary server. Perform system patching, user provisioning, and asset lifecycle management. Troubleshoot and support endpoint connectivity (IP issues, DNS resolution, etc.).
• Security & Compliance: Implement and monitor network security policies (ACLs, port security, VLAN isolation). Ensure firewall rules align with security best practices for voice, data, and web traffic. Regularly audit logs, firmware updates, and access control configurations.
• Support & Operations: Provide Tier-2 / Tier-3 technical support for network and server incidents. Maintain documentation for all configurations, network topology, and incident history. Collaborate with vendors, ISPs, and internal stakeholders for upgrades or escalations. Plan and roll-out maintenance changes. Prepare RCA for any incidents. Prepare Change Management for any production changes.
Required Qualifications
• CCNP (Enterprise or Security) – must be current
• MCSE (Windows Server) – must be current or recently renewed
• 5+ years of hands-on experience in network & system administration
• Deep understanding of
• Layer 2 / 3 switching, spanning tree, port channels
• DHCP / DNS setup in enterprise networks, Routing protocols (OSPF, static routes, etc)
• FortiGate firewall configuration
• Stacked switches (Huawei, Cisco, Aruba, or equivalent)
• Managing VLAN-heavy environments
• MPLS & WAN routing policies
Preferred Skills (Nice To Have)
• Experience in contact center environments
• Scripting or automation (PowerShell, Python, etc.)
• Familiarity with IP telephony QoS and VoIP-aware routing
• Experience using network monitoring tools (PRTG, SolarWinds, etc.)
• Understanding of SD-WAN features and policy-based routing
Soft Skills
• Strong analytical and troubleshooting mindset
• Clear communicator, especially under pressure
• Capable of writing documentation and knowledge base articles
• Comfortable working independently and with cross-functional teams

Candidates must hold current CCNP and MCSE certifications and have over 5 years of hands-on experience in network and system administration.

A deep understanding of network protocols, firewall configuration, and enterprise network management is essential.

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IT Support Specialist

We are seeking a skilled IT professional to support the growth of our organization by installing, maintaining and upgrading networking and cabling systems.

• Network Systems: Ensure seamless communication within the organization by installing, maintaining, and upgrading networking and cabling systems.
• Troubleshooting: Troubleshoot hardware and software issues to minimize downtime and ensure optimal system performance.
• Data Security: Implement data security procedures to prevent data loss and protect sensitive information.
• Technical Assistance: Provide technical assistance to end-users, ensuring they have the necessary tools and knowledge to perform their job functions efficiently.
• System Performance: Monitor system performance and implement updates as needed to ensure optimal system functionality.

• Strong understanding of networking and cabling concepts.
• Excellent troubleshooting and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Basic knowledge of data security principles.

We offer a dynamic work environment, competitive salary, performance incentives, visa, medical insurance, and other benefits in accordance with UAE labor law.

Network Overdrive Australia is hiring in Dubai

We are looking for a System Administrator to maintain, upgrade and manage Microsoft Azure and 365 Environments as well as Internet & WAN, Managed Security, IP VPN, VoIP, Hosting and Networking for our Corporate customers.

Resourcefulness is a necessary skill in this role. You should be able to diagnose and resolve problems quickly. You should also have the patience to communicate with a variety of teams and users.

Your goal will be to ensure that our customer's technology infrastructure runs smoothly and efficiently.

• Accountable for administering Azure Infrastructure, Windows domain servers, file/print servers, application servers which are operational on 24 X 7 basis.
• Install and configure software and hardware
• Manage network servers and technology tools
• Set up accounts and workstations
• Monitor performance and maintain systems according to requirements
• Troubleshoot issues and outages
• Ensure security through access controls, backups and firewalls
• Upgrade systems with new releases and models
• Develop expertise to train staff on new technologies
• Build an internal wiki with technical documentation, manuals and IT policies
• Optimize productivity of Windows servers and related components to achieve high availability and performance of the various infrastructure and business applications hosted by client IT Department.
• Install, Configure, administer and fine-tune Windows operating systems and components.
• Provide second level support to incidents and ensure timely closure of incidents with SLA compliance.
• Protect Infrastructure Servers from Security threats by timely updating OS patches, security patches and service packs.
• Manage User Accounts, Group permissions in various domains and user base of 4000 accounts.
• Manage internal and external DNS servers
• Troubleshoots and resolves critical hardware and software problems.
• Monitors and tests system performance and provides performance statistics and reports.
• Recommends and executes modifications systems in order to improve efficiency, reliability, and performance.
• Define and perform system backups and recovery procedures to ensure data protection

• MS Azure / Office365
• Connectwise
• Kaseya
• Fortigate Firewalls
• Active Directory
• Server OS
• Server Hardware
• Hyper-V
• File and Print Server
• Windows Active Directory inc Group Policy
• VMware

• Proven experience as an Azure and M365 System Administrator.
• Azure Security and Network Administrator or similar role
• Experience with databases, networks (LAN, WAN) and patch management
• Knowledge of system security (e.g. intrusion detection systems) and data backup/recovery
• Ability to create scripts in Powershell, Bash or other language
• Familiarity with various operating systems and platforms
• Resourcefulness and problem-solving aptitude
• Excellent communication skills
• BSc/Ba in Information Technology, Computer Science or a related discipline; professional certification (e.g. Azure Associate Administrator)) is a plus

Note : We will only consider applications that have a 'no objection certification' from their current employer.

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Salary: AED7, AED10,000.00 per month

Application Question(s):

• How many years of experience as a System Administrator or Network Administrator?
• Do you have a BSc/Ba in Information Technology, Computer Science or a related discipline; or professional certification (e.g. Azure Associate Administrator)?
• Are you willing to work weekend and evening shifts?

We are seeking a skilled and experienced IT professional to join our team as a Corporate IT Network Administrator. This is an exciting opportunity for someone who enjoys working with technology and is passionate about delivering high-quality services.

1. Technical Responsibilities: Support, configure, maintain and upgrade corporate customer's networks and in-house servers.
2. Install and integrate new server hardware and applications.
3. Ensure network security and connectivity.
4. Monitor network performance (availability, utilization, throughput, goodput, and latency) and test for weaknesses.
5. Set up user accounts, permissions and passwords.
6. Resolve problems reported by end users.

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or related field.
• Minimum 5 years of experience in IT networking and administration.
• Excellent knowledge of network protocols and technologies.
• Strong problem-solving and analytical skills.
• Ability to work well under pressure and meet deadlines.

• A competitive salary and benefits package.
• The opportunity to work with a talented team of professionals.
• Ongoing training and development opportunities.
• A dynamic and supportive work environment.

• This role offers the opportunity to make a real difference in the organization.
• You will be responsible for ensuring the smooth operation of our IT systems.
• This is a challenging and rewarding role that requires strong technical skills and excellent communication abilities.

Key Responsibilities:

• Maintain and administer highly available and secured data and voice networks and related computing environments.
• Ensure the availability, uptime, performance, and quality of the Network Systems and services.
• Provide enterprise-wide support for complex network systems and interconnected technologies that require day-to-day support to maintain optimum performance and utilization of network devices and services.
• Troubleshoot (incident diagnosis and analysis) to identify and resolve network issues quickly and accurately.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in IT, B. Tech, BE, MCA, BSc, or related Information System is mandatory.
• IT Certifications CCNA and CCNP are mandatory.
• Preferred Certifications in Cisco and Dell SDN Technologies.
• Preferred Certifications in Network Automation technologies (Jenkins, Ansible, GitHub).
• Preferred Certifications in Cloud Networking Technologies (Azure and OCI).
• Preferred Certifications in Aruba Network Technologies (NAC, Wireless, and SDWAN).

Experience/Knowledge (Essential):

• Minimum 5 years of relevant experience in handling/troubleshooting Network infrastructure, Services, and network projects.
• Good knowledge of Cisco switches and routers, Nexus switches, Cisco ACI, Cisco ISE, Wan optimizers.
• Good knowledge and experience with SDN technology.
• Expert-level knowledge in Static and Dynamic routing protocols, NAT, DMVPN, Multicast, QOS concepts.
• Experience managing datacenter and branch networks.
• Experience with Aruba wireless and CPPM management.

Skills, Knowledge & Experience:

• Experience managing WAN optimizer (Preference Silverpeak).
• Experience working with NMS tools e.g., SolarWinds.
• Ability to work in 24/7 operational support roles and extend support during crises.
• Analytical mindset and good problem-solving skills.
• Ability to learn and implement new technologies.
• Strategic thinking with a continuous improvement mindset.
• Excellent communication skills (verbal, written, presentation).
• Strong problem-solving and coordination skills.

Responsibilities include administering and maintaining highly secure and reliable data and voice networks as well as supporting associated computing environments. You will be responsible for ensuring the highest level of availability, performance, and quality of our Network Systems and services. Additionally, you will provide broad support for complex network systems and interconnected technologies which demand day-to-day maintenance to maximize network device and service efficiency. Troubleshooting is also a key responsibility, requiring the ability to quickly and accurately diagnose and resolve network issues.

We require a Bachelor's degree in IT, B. Tech, BE, MCA, BSc, or a related Information System for this role. Holding both CCNA and CCNP certifications is also mandatory.

Preferred certifications include Cisco and Dell SDN Technologies, Network Automation technologies (Jenkins, Ansible, GitHub), Cloud Networking Technologies (Azure and OCI), and Aruba Network Technologies (NAC, Wireless, and SDWAN).

This role demands at least five years of relevant experience in handling and troubleshooting Network infrastructure, Services, and network projects. A strong understanding of Cisco switches and routers, Nexus switches, Cisco ACI, Cisco ISE, Wan optimizers, SDN technology, Static and Dynamic routing protocols, NAT, DMVPN, Multicast, QOS concepts, datacenter and branch network management, and Aruba wireless and CPPM management is also required.

You will be expected to have excellent analytical skills, problem-solving abilities, communication skills, and the capacity to adapt to new technologies. Strategic thinking and a continuous improvement mindset are essential for success in this position.

Urgent hiring for Linux and Windows server Administrator role for Dubai Location.

Job Description:

• Minimum of 7-8 years of experience in server administration, with a strong emphasis on Linux systems and Windows systems.

•Extensive experience with Linux distributions (RHEL/CentOS preferred).

•Proficiency in shell scripting (Bash) and at least one other scripting language (e.g., Python).

•Solid understanding of networking concepts (TCP/IP, DNS, DHCP, routing, firewalls).

•Experience with virtualization technologies (VMware, KVM, or Hyper-V).

•Familiarity with cloud platforms (AWS, Azure) is a plus.

•Strong understanding of server security best practices.

•Proven ability to troubleshoot complex technical issues efficiently.

•Ability to work independently and as part of a team.

•Relevant certifications (e.g., Red Hat Certified Engineer (RHCE), CompTIA Linux+, MCSA/MCSE for Windows Server) are a strong advantage.

Preferred Additional Skills:

•Experience with containerization technologies (Docker, Kubernetes).

•Familiarity with CI/CD pipelines.

•Knowledge of storage area networks (SAN) or network-attached storage (NAS).
Experience with database administration for MySQL, PostgreSQL, or MongoDB
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Interested candidates please send your resumes to

We are seeking a skilled system administrator to maintain and optimize Microsoft 365 services, network infrastructure, and Linux systems. The successful candidate will ensure system reliability, provide user support, and contribute to IT infrastructure projects.

Key responsibilities include managing and maintaining Microsoft 365 services, configuring and monitoring network infrastructure, performing routine Linux system administration, ensuring system reliability and availability, providing technical support, and participating in IT infrastructure projects and upgrades.

Confidential

3 - 8 years
Not Disclosed
Dubai/ UAE

Job description:

1. Install and configure software and hardware
2. Manage network servers and technology tools
3. Set up accounts and workstations
4. Monitor performance and maintain systems according to requirements
5. Troubleshoot issues and outages
6. Ensure security through access controls, backups and firewalls
7. Upgrade systems with new releases and models
8. Develop expertise to train staff on new technologies
9. Build an internal wiki with technical documentation, manuals and IT policies

Expertise on:

• VMware
• Cisco
• Office 365
• Mac OS
• IOS

Industry Type: IT-Software, Software Services

Functional Area: IT Software - Application Programming, Maintenance

Employment Type: Full Time, Permanent

Role Category: Programming & Design

Education:

UG: B.Sc in Any Specialization, B.Tech/B.E. in Any Specialization, Diploma in Any Specialization, Graduation Not Required, Any Graduate in Any Specialization

PG: Post Graduation Not Required, Any Postgraduate in Any Specialization

Doctorate: Any Doctorate in Any Specialization, Doctorate Not Required

Skill Required:

• Technical Documentation
• VMware
• Networking
• Network Management
• System Administration
• Hardware
• Mac OS
• IOS
• Office 365
• Troubleshooting

We are seeking a skilled and motivated System Administrator with 1-2 years of hands-on experience to manage and maintain our IT infrastructure. The ideal candidate will ensure optimal performance of servers, networks, and end-user systems, while maintaining security and system integrity.
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-Install, configure, and maintain servers and system software.
-Monitor system performance and troubleshoot issues related to hardware, software, and networking.
-Administer and maintain Microsoft SharePoint sites and services.
-Manage endpoint protection and security policies using Sophos Central or on-premise Sophos solutions.
-Perform regular backups and recovery operations.
-Manage Active Directory, DNS, DHCP, Group Policies, and file/print services.
-Apply system updates, patches, and configuration changes.
-Monitor and maintain network security through firewalls, antivirus, and other tools.
-Support end users with IT-related requests and incidents (Level 1–2 support).
-Maintain documentation of systems, processes, and procedures.
-Collaborate with IT team members on infrastructure improvements and automation.
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-1+ years of experience as a System Administrator or similar role.
-Strong knowledge of Windows Server environment.
-Hands-on experience with Microsoft SharePoint (user access, site configuration, maintenance).
-Experience with Sophos endpoint security and firewall solutions.
-Experience with virtualization platforms such as VMware or Hyper-V.
-Familiarity with networking concepts: TCP/IP, LAN/WAN, VPN, routing, and switching.
-Experience with backup and disaster recovery tools.
-Knowledge of security best practices and system hardening.
-Scripting knowledge (PowerShell, Bash) is a plus.
-Excellent problem-solving skills and attention to detail.