System Administrator

Flint is a provider of professional services including Specialist Consultancy, Managed Services Specialist Resourcing to the telecommunications and IT sectors.

For our client – worldwide leader in innovative IT and networking technologies – we are currently looking for a:

System Administrator and Virtualization Expert

contract: freelance (B2B, full-time)

We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced System Administrator and Virtualization Expert to join our dynamic IT team. The ideal candidate will be responsible deploying, managing, and maintaining of IT infrastructure, with a specific focus on virtualization technologies. You will ensure the stability, integrity, and efficient operation of our information systems that support core organizational functions.

Key Responsibilities:

• Manage and maintain server hardware and operating systems, including installation, configuration, and troubleshooting.
• Ensure the availability and performance of server systems and network infrastructure.
• Implement and manage security measures, including firewalls, antivirus, and intrusion detection systems.
• Design, implement, and manage virtualization solutions (e.g., VMware, Hyper-V).
• Maintain virtual servers and infrastructure, ensuring high availability and resource optimization.
• Develop automation scripts for deployment, management, and monitoring of virtualized systems.
• Technical Support and Troubleshooting:
• Provide technical support and guidance to internal teams and users.
• Maintain documentation for system configurations, procedures, and policies.
• Stay updated with the latest technologies and trends in system administration and virtualization.

Required skills:

• Proficiency in Windows Server, Linux, and Unix operating systems.
• Extensive experience with virtualization technologies (e.g., VMware vSphere, Microsoft Hyper-V, KVM).
• Strong knowledge of networking fundamentals, including TCP/IP, DNS, DHCP, and VLANs.
• Familiarity with cloud platforms (e.g., AWS, Azure) and hybrid environments.
• Experience with automation and scripting (e.g., PowerShell, Bash, Python).
• Knowledge of tools: Docker, Jenkins, Ansible
• Fluency in English and Italian

Preferred:

• Understanding of cybersecurity principles and best practices.
• Strong troubleshooting skills and ability to diagnose complex issues.
• VMware Certified Professional (VCP) or equivalent.
• Microsoft Certified: Azure Administrator Associate.
• CompTIA Network+ or Security+.

We are looking forward to receiving your application!