Th e IS Systems Administrator is responsible for managing and maintaining the companys information systems infrastructure. This role focuses on ensuring the stability, security, and efficiency of our technology environment, including servers, networks, and applications. + Degree in Information Technology, Computer Science or related field + 3-7 years related experience DUTIES/RESPONSIBILITIES : + Manage user access, roles, and permissions across all systems, ensuring compliance with the principle of least privilege. + Implement and oversee identity and access management solutions. + Enforce multi-factor authentication (MFA) and other security controls to safeguard access to critical systems + Monitor network and system activities to detect potential security threats, vulnerabilities, and breaches. + Configure and maintain security settings on servers, networks, and applications to reduce vulnerabilities + Manage and apply patches and updates to all systems in a timely manner to mitigate security risks + Implement encryption, data loss prevention (DLP), and other protective measures. + Administer and optimize security tools such as SIEM (Security Information and Event Management) systems, antivirus solutions, and data encryption platforms. + Monitor security logs and analyze data to detect unusual activity and potential threats. + Stay updated on emerging cybersecurity threats and trends, recommending and deploying new tools as needed. + Performs other duties as may be assigned. REQUIRED SKILLS/ABILITIES + To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily . The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill and/or ability required . + Strong communication , analytical, and problem-solving skills + Strong multitasking capabilities + Self-starter with ability to work independently with minimal direction + Strong Microsoft Office skills required CORE COMPETENCIES + Communication Skills : The ability to communicate verbally and in writing with all levels of employees and management, capable of successful formal and informal communication, speaks and writes clearly and understandably at the right level. + Integrity and Trust : Involves being widely trusted, being seen as a direct, truthful individual, can present the unvarnished truth in an appropriate and helpful manner, keeps confidences, admits mistakes, and doesnt misrepresent him/herself for personal gain. + Teamwork : Involves working well in a collaborative setting, supporting work team by volunteering for and completing assignments, acting as a positive team member by contributing to discussions, developing and maintaining both formal and informal relationships enterprise-wide, defines success in terms of the entire team through mentoring and knowledge transfer. + Technical Expertise : Involves demonstrating a commitment to increasing knowledge and skills in current technical/functional area, keeping up to date on technical developments, staying informed as to industry practices, knowing how to apply relevant technical processes to appropriate business needs. + Dedication : Involves demonstrating a desire to dedicate time and energy to accomplish goals, tasks, assignments, etc. Will do what it takes to get things done. + Flexibility : Is open to change, enjoys the challenge of unfamiliar tasks, anticipates and adjusts to problems and roadblocks, is not thrown off when things change, can flex to future consequences and trends appropriately. + Problem Solving : Uses rigorous logic and methods to solve difficult problems with effective solutions, probes all fruitful sources for answers, can see hidden problems, is excellent at honest analysis, looks beyond the obvious and doesnt stop at the first answer. + Self-Development : Is actively committed to continuously improve him/herself, understands that different situations and levels may call for different skills and approaches, knows personal strengths, weaknesses, opportunities and limits, works on compensating for weaknesses and limitations, seeks feedback, gains insights from mistakes, is open to criticism without being defensive. + Task Management : Delivers quality work on time, translates planning into action by following applicable established procedures or methodologies, proactively monitors and controls task status by collecting and analyzing task data to anticipate and address barriers, appropriately communicates and resolves or escalates any problems that arise. + Work Quality & Thoroughness : Pays attention to detail and is accurate in completing work assignments. Is able to complete work assignments with little direction. Sets up procedures to ensure high quality work, organizes information and materials in manner that is easily digestible by others . Carefully reviews and checks the accuracy of information.