IT Systems Specialist

Description:

Key Responsibilities:
✅ Administer Windows Server, virtualization platforms, Active Directory, DNS and DHCP
✅ Create, modify and disable AD user accounts, security groups and permissions through approved access workflows
✅ Configure and maintain Group Policy (GPO) for security settings, device configuration and user access
✅ Administer Microsoft 365, including Exchange Online emails, mailboxes, distribution groups, licenses and MFA
✅ Manage backups for servers, applications and Microsoft 365, monitor backup success, and perform restoration and disaster recovery tests
✅ Monitor system health, capacity and availability, and apply patches and security updates
✅ Resolve escalated incidents, coordinate technical vendors, and maintain system documentation and recovery procedures

Requirements:
🔹 Bachelor's degree in IT, Computer Science or a related field
🔹 2 years' experience in systems or infrastructure administration
🔹 Hands-on experience with Windows Server, Active Directory, DNS, DHCP and Group Policy
🔹 Experience administering Microsoft 365 and Exchange Online
🔹 Experience with virtualization platforms (VMware or Hyper-V) and backup and recovery solutions
🔹 Knowledge of patch management, monitoring tools and cloud infrastructure basics
🔹 Relevant certifications such as Microsoft Azure Administrator, VMware VCP or ITIL are a plus
🔹 Strong troubleshooting, documentation and vendor-coordination skills
📍 Location: Jeddah, Saudi Arabia