Senior IT Administrator

Strong experience with strong Windows Server Active Directory DNS DHCP Group Policy VMware Hyper-V and HCI strong Hands-on experience with strong FortiGate firewalls VPNs LAN WAN VLANs switches routers and Wi-Fi strong Experience in strong site networking IT infrastructure configuration installation maintenance and troubleshooting strong for offices and project sites Experience in planning and deploying strong servers network infrastructure firewalls Wi-Fi CCTV access control IP phones and Internet connectivity strong for new and existing sites Strong knowledge of strong cybersecurity endpoint security patching access control and incident response strong Experience managing strong Microsoft 365 Exchange Online Teams SharePoint OneDrive and email security strong Experience with strong backup disaster recovery QNAP Synology WD NAS Proofpoint Vircom strong and data recovery Knowledge of strong ERP systems SQL Crystal Reports IIS SSL DNS and business applications strong Experience with strong IP telephony CCTV access control biometric systems and video conferencing strong Strong end-user support troubleshooting onboarding offboarding and IT asset-management skills Experience coordinating with strong IT vendors contractors telecom providers and service providers strong Strong documentation communication analytical and problem-solving skills Relevant strong Microsoft Fortinet VMware Cisco or CompTIA certifications strong are an advantage strong UAE experience and UAE driving license are preferred strong Bachelor’s degree or Diploma in Information Technology, Computer Science, or a related field.Minimum 5 years of hands-on IT infrastructure/system administration experience.Strong hands-on experience with:Microsoft 365 / Office 365Active Directory & DNSWindows ServerVMware / Hyper-V / HCIFortiGate FirewallLAN/WAN, VLAN, switches, routers & Wi-FiQNAP / Synology / WD NASBackup & Disaster RecoveryERP systemsVircom / Proofpoint Email SecurityGrandstream IP TelephonyCCTV, NVR/DVR & Access ControlMatrix COSEC/APTAIIS & SSLIT Service Management

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Common Interview Questions And Answers

1. HOW DO YOU PLAN YOUR DAY?

This is what this question poses: When do you focus and start working seriously? What are the hours you work optimally? Are you a night owl? A morning bird? Remote teams can be made up of people working on different shifts and around the world, so you won't necessarily be stuck in the 9-5 schedule if it's not for you...

2. HOW DO YOU USE THE DIFFERENT COMMUNICATION TOOLS IN DIFFERENT SITUATIONS?

When you're working on a remote team, there's no way to chat in the hallway between meetings or catch up on the latest project during an office carpool. Therefore, virtual communication will be absolutely essential to get your work done...

3. WHAT IS "WORKING REMOTE" REALLY FOR YOU?

Many people want to work remotely because of the flexibility it allows. You can work anywhere and at any time of the day...

4. WHAT DO YOU NEED IN YOUR PHYSICAL WORKSPACE TO SUCCEED IN YOUR WORK?

With this question, companies are looking to see what equipment they may need to provide you with and to verify how aware you are of what remote working could mean for you physically and logistically...

5. HOW DO YOU PROCESS INFORMATION?

Several years ago, I was working in a team to plan a big event. My supervisor made us all work as a team before the big day. One of our activities has been to find out how each of us processes information...

6. HOW DO YOU MANAGE THE CALENDAR AND THE PROGRAM? WHICH APPLICATIONS / SYSTEM DO YOU USE?

Or you may receive even more specific questions, such as: What's on your calendar? Do you plan blocks of time to do certain types of work? Do you have an open calendar that everyone can see?...

7. HOW DO YOU ORGANIZE FILES, LINKS, AND TABS ON YOUR COMPUTER?

Just like your schedule, how you track files and other information is very important. After all, everything is digital!...

8. HOW TO PRIORITIZE WORK?

The day I watched Marie Forleo's film separating the important from the urgent, my life changed. Not all remote jobs start fast, but most of them are...

9. HOW DO YOU PREPARE FOR A MEETING AND PREPARE A MEETING? WHAT DO YOU SEE HAPPENING DURING THE MEETING?

Just as communication is essential when working remotely, so is organization. Because you won't have those opportunities in the elevator or a casual conversation in the lunchroom, you should take advantage of the little time you have in a video or phone conference...

10. HOW DO YOU USE TECHNOLOGY ON A DAILY BASIS, IN YOUR WORK AND FOR YOUR PLEASURE?

This is a great question because it shows your comfort level with technology, which is very important for a remote worker because you will be working with technology over time...