You might hire a systems administrator to:
- Determine the systems requirements of your organization and install network hardware and software to enable faster and smarter business processes
Evaluate and optimize network or systems performance
Maintain essential IT operations, including operating systems, security tools, applications, and servers
Interpret and solve problems when a user or an automated monitoring system alerts them of an issue
| Required skills and qualifications | Preferred skills and qualifications |
| Prior experience in project management, application design and integration, and cloud computing | Bachelor’s degree (or equivalent) in information technology or computer science |
| Ability to work independently and as part of a team | Knowledge of Unix systems administration |
| Excellent verbal, written, and interpersonal communication skills | Professional certification |
| Experience creating, analyzing, and repairing large-scale distributed systems | Ability to lift 50 or more pounds |
