IT Executive/IT Admin Assistant - Dubai, United Arab Emirates - LEAMS Education

    LEAMS Education
    LEAMS Education Dubai, United Arab Emirates

    2 weeks ago

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    Full time
    Description
    We are urgently looking for an experienced and technically soundIT Executive/IT Admin Assistant to handle the running of day-to-day challenges in the scope of school IT support services.

    Primary responsibilities and duties:

    • Installing, configuring and maintaining servers, computer peripherals, IT hardware, and application software.
    • Troubleshoot and resolve issues related to software applications, hardware such as printers, projectors, application systems and network infrastructure reported to the Service Desk.
    • Installs Macintosh and PC software, print drivers, scanners, etc.
    • Monitor performance and maintain systems according to requirements.
    • Build an internal database with technical documentation manuals in compliance with IT policies.
    • Office 365 user administration (Exchange Online, OneDrive, SharePoint, Azure Active Directory, OneNote)
    • Active Directory object management (i.e. User, computer, groups) and GPO's in Windows 2012 server.
    • Ensuring security and efficiency of IT infrastructure, installation of antivirus, and software patches. Monitor and remove viruses, spyware, and other non-authorized software.
    • Recommend changes to improve systems and network configurations and determine hardware or software requirements related to such changes.
    • Perform data backups and disaster recovery operations.
    • Conduct briefings and demonstrations for users to enhance system productivity.
    • Technical services and support at the network level: WAN and LAN connectivity, routers, UniFi access points, switches and firewalls
    • FortiGate firewall configurations and create security policies, managing application and web filters, IPsec VPN, SSL VPN, monitoring bandwidth and internet usage
    • Managing websites, web content, maintaining web design on WordPress
    • Provide necessary guidance to staff on online teaching platforms and aid necessary training on various operating systems, application software and peripherals.

    Job skills required:

    • Help desk experience is a must
    • Strong Office 365 suite
    • Security: CCTV and Access control
    • Candidate must be a CCNA or MCSA or MCITP or equivalent
    • ITIL experience preferred
    • 2-4 years of experience as an IT Executive/Assistant
    • Excellent written and oral communication skills
    • School experience preferred

    Interested candidates who are immediately available may please apply with your detailed resume.