Job Summary:

 The IT Systems Engineer is a vital member of our IT team, responsible for designing, implementing, and maintaining our organization's IT infrastructure. This role combines technical expertise with a strategic outlook, helping to ensure the reliability, scalability, and security of our systems. The ideal candidate is a proactive problem solver with a deep understanding of IT systems and a commitment to optimizing technology resources.

 Key Responsibilities:

 • Infrastructure Design: Plan and design robust and scalable IT infrastructure solutions, ensuring alignment with organizational goals and industry best practices.

 • System Implementation: Lead the implementation and configuration of hardware, software, and networking components, and ensure smooth integration with existing systems.

 • Maintenance and Upkeep: Manage and maintain server systems, storage, and network components to ensure high availability and performance.

 • Security Management: Implement and maintain security protocols, firewalls, and data protection measures, and stay updated on security threats and best practices. 

• Backup and Recovery: Develop and manage backup and disaster recovery strategies to safeguard critical data and minimize downtime. 

• Technical Support: Provide technical support for escalated IT issues, collaborating with other IT teams and external vendors to resolve complex problems. 

• Documentation: Maintain detailed documentation of IT systems, configurations, and procedures, and contribute to the knowledge base.

 • Testing and Optimization: Conduct system performance analysis, capacity planning, and optimization to improve efficiency and cost-effectiveness.

 • Monitoring and Alerts: Implement monitoring tools to proactively identify issues and respond to alerts, ensuring system health and availability.

 • User Training: Provide training and guidance to end-users and assist in enhancing IT literacy within the organization. 

Qualifications: 

• A bachelor's degree in computer science, information technology, or a related field.

 • Proven experience in IT systems engineering, with a strong understanding of system design and implementation.

 • Proficiency in operating systems, virtualization, storage systems, and networking technologies. 

• Knowledge of security and compliance standards, including familiarity with relevant regulations. 

• Strong problem-solving skills and the ability to analyze and resolve complex technical issues. 

• Certifications such as MCSE, CCNA, or similar are a plus. 

• Excellent communication and collaboration skills.

 A proactive and self-motivated attitude, with the ability to work independently and as part of a team.