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Senior System & Network Administrator (IT Hardware & Network)
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14 October 2026 (22 hours ago)
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11 January 2027
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1 Vacancy
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Job Summary
Company : Dayal Fertilizers Private Limited
Job Title : Senior System & Network Administrator (IT Hardware & Network)
Qualification : Graduation in Computer Science Information Technology or a related field
Experience : 710 years
Location : Partapur Delhi Road Meerut Uttar Pradesh
Working Hours : 10:00 AM6:00 PM
Certification : Cisco CCNA
Reporting To : General Manager Platform Engineering
Job Purpose
We are seeking a highly experienced and capable Senior System & Network Administrator with at least 7 years of hands-on experience in managing enterprise IT infrastructure network security server administration and IT facility management.
The ideal candidate will be responsible for ensuring the availability security performance and reliability of the organizations IT infrastructure while minimizing operational downtime.
As a key member of the IT Infrastructure & Facility Management function the candidate will oversee enterprise networks Windows and Linux servers security systems virtualization backup and disaster recovery IT procurement asset management and end-user support. The role will also involve managing vendor relationships software licenses Annual Maintenance Contracts (AMCs) and infrastructure performance reporting.
Experience in a manufacturing environment will be an added advantage particularly in supporting plant operations business-critical systems and uninterrupted IT services.
Key Responsibilities
- Design configure maintain and optimize enterprise networks including Cisco routers switches VLANs and network segmentation.
- Manage firewalls Unified Threat Management (UTM) security features NAT/PAT configurations and secure VPN connectivity for site-to-site and remote access.
- Administer endpoint security solutions including Sequrite Endpoint Protection and maintain awareness of EDR XDR and MDR security technologies.
- Manage Windows Server and Linux systems Active Directory Group Policy Objects (GPOs) DNS DHCP proxy servers and virtualization infrastructure.
- Plan and execute server upgrades firmware and BIOS updates operating system patching and end-of-life hardware replacements.
- Maintain reliable backup and recovery processes periodically verify backup integrity and support infrastructure continuity and disaster recovery planning.
- Manage Microsoft 365/Office 365 or Google Workspace environments including user accounts access controls and identity management.
- Monitor network and server performance using enterprise monitoring tools such as Zabbix or Nagios proactively identifying and resolving infrastructure issues.
- Analyze system logs network traffic and security events to identify faults investigate incidents and implement corrective actions.
- Support the installation configuration and maintenance of Microsoft SQL Server (MSSQL) and MySQL databases including basic queries database maintenance and user access management.
- Manage IT assets endpoint compliance hardware and software inventories device security policies and asset lifecycle tracking.
- Oversee IT facility infrastructure including IP-based CCTV surveillance biometric attendance systems and associated physical security technologies.
- Plan IT budgets evaluate hardware and software requirements assess vendors negotiate commercial terms and manage procurement activities.
- Oversee annual renewals of AMCs software licenses application subscriptions and infrastructure support contracts.
- Manage IT helpdesk operations and ticketing workflows ensuring timely resolution of user issues in accordance with defined Service Level Agreements (SLAs).
- Maintain up-to-date network diagrams infrastructure documentation technical inventories troubleshooting guides and Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs).
- Prepare and present monthly MIS reports covering network performance server downtime helpdesk tickets user complaints security incidents and hardware ageing.
- Coordinate with internal teams vendors and business stakeholders to ensure reliable IT services and continuous infrastructure improvement.
Technical Skills
- Strong knowledge of enterprise networking including TCP/IP LAN WAN VLANs routing switching and network troubleshooting.
- Hands-on experience with Cisco routers and switches firewall administration UTM NAT/PAT and VPN configurations.
- Strong working knowledge of Microsoft Windows Server Active Directory Group Policy DNS DHCP and Linux administration.
- Experience with virtualization technologies server hardware storage system patching and infrastructure lifecycle management.
- Knowledge of endpoint protection solutions security policies vulnerability management and infrastructure hardening.
- Experience in implementing and monitoring backup recovery and disaster recovery processes.
- Familiarity with Microsoft 365/Office 365 or Google Workspace administration and identity management.
- Working knowledge of network and infrastructure monitoring tools such as Zabbix or Nagios.
- Basic administration of MSSQL and MySQL databases including queries maintenance and access controls.
- Experience in IT asset management hardware and software procurement vendor coordination AMC management and license renewals.
- Knowledge of helpdesk ticketing systems SLA management IT documentation and MIS reporting.
- Familiarity with IP-based CCTV biometric access control or attendance systems and related IT facility infrastructure.
Soft Skills
- Strong analytical troubleshooting and problem-solving abilities.
- A high degree of ownership and accountability for infrastructure availability and service continuity.
- Ability to prioritize incidents and resolve issues under time-sensitive conditions.
- Good communication and coordination skills when working with users vendors and management.
- Strong planning documentation reporting and IT asset management capabilities.
- Ability to independently manage multiple infrastructure activities and lead technical service delivery.
- A cost-conscious approach to procurement vendor management and infrastructure optimization.
Must-Have Requirements
- Experience in IT infrastructure management within a manufacturing or plant-based environment.
- Exposure to production-critical applications ERP systems and business operations.
- Experience with remote deployment and automation of firmware BIOS and operating system updates.
- Experience in IT budget planning commercial negotiations vendor evaluation and annual contract management.
Good-to-Have Skills
- Experience with high-availability infrastructure production clustering and server modernization.
- Familiarity with EDR XDR MDR and advanced threat detection and response practices.
- Knowledge of IT Service Management (ITSM) practices incident management change management and SLA governance.
- Exposure to infrastructure security audits business continuity planning and disaster recovery drills.
Proximity to Delhi-NCR
Approximate distances:
- Delhi: 70 km
- Ghaziabad: 40 km
- Noida: 55 km
Connectivity:
- Road: Access via NH-58 and the DelhiMeerut Expressway.
- Rail: Railway connectivity to Delhi and surrounding areas.
- Metro/Rapid Rail: Connectivity through the Delhi Metro and the Namo Bharat (RRTS) network subject to the selected route and station.
Cost Advantage: Meerut offers a comparatively lower cost of living than Delhi and Noida making it an attractive location for professionals seeking affordable accommodation and living expenses.
Required Experience:
Senior IC
About Company
Dayal Group manufacturer of agriculture products, fertilizers, Biofertilizers, Water Soluble Fertilizers,Improved Seeds, Micronutrient,Natural Plant Growth Promoters,Natural Organic Manures,Secondary Nutrients, Heptahydrates, Iron, Ferrous Sulphate, ferric, Boron, Boric Acid, Manganes ... View more
