45 Systems Administrator jobs in Riyadh

Are you a highly skilled IT professional looking for a challenging position with a variety of responsibilities? We have an opening that will allow you to utilize your technical expertise in a fast-paced environment.

• Function as a member of the systems services administration team
• Provide support and troubleshooting for our Windows, macOS, and Linux environments on physical servers as well as cloud and VMware environments
• Troubleshoot and repair desktop technologies, printers, handheld devices, and audio/video equipment
• Procure software and hardware from local vendors
• Establish/recommend policies on system use and services
• Develop and implement automation solutions for routine and repetitive tasks
• Collaborate with IT teams to define and develop documented policies, procedures, and processes, such as operational run books and system monitoring
• Make presentations to executive team, customers, client audiences, and professional peers
• Support regional events and trainings
• Regular travel to additional Esri offices

• 3+ years of systems administrative experience
• Operational level knowledge of Windows, macOS, and Linux administration and engineering
• Working knowledge and hands-on experience working with VMware
• In-depth knowledge of and experience with platform hardware and OS level support
• Ability to diagnose hardware/OS problems and to optimize system setups for complex application environments
• Ability to program in an administrative language (such as Perl, Python, Ruby, Powershell)
• Understanding of enterprise class SAN, NAS, and backup technologies
• Understanding of load balancing, clustering, and name lookup (DNS) and troubleshooting skills in these areas
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills with the ability to communicate effectively with management
• Capable of writing proposals, procedures, policies, and technical documentation
• Professional command of the English language, both written and verbal
• Bachelor’s degree in computer science or related field

• Certification in AWS, VMware, MS (MCSE), Linux
• Hardware experience: Dell, Cisco, NetApp
• Experience in vendor product evaluation (hardware, software, service providers)
• Operational knowledge of Amazon Web Services and its major components (EC2, S3, RDS, VPC, IAM, and more)
• Operational level knowledge of Microsoft Azure Cloud

At Esri, diversity is more than just a word on a map. When employees of different experiences, perspectives, backgrounds, and cultures come together, we are more innovative and ultimately a better place to work. We believe in having a diverse workforce that is unified under our mission of creating positive global change. We understand that diversity, equity, and inclusion is not a destination but an ongoing process.

Esri is an equal opportunity employer (EOE) and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

Overview

In the capacity of a system administrator, one will engage in many tasks critical to the operational efficacy of the company’s IT infrastructure. Integral components of this role encompass the daily oversight of server workloads, the installation of requisite applications to fulfill network specifications, the execution of routine health assessments of servers, and the resolution of system errors. Prosperity in this position is demonstrated through maintaining the organization's IT infrastructure, characterized by security, efficiency, and sustainability. Resourcefulness is paramount in this role, necessitating the ability to diagnose and swiftly rectify issues and the patience to communicate with various interdisciplinary teams and users effectively. The overarching objective is to guarantee our technological infrastructure's seamless and efficient operation.

• Installation and configuration of Windows servers, AD, DNS, and DHCP
• Install and configure local area networks (LANs), wide area networks (WANs), and network segments and servers, such as file servers, VPN gateways, and intrusion detection systems
• Troubleshoot system hardware, software, networks, and operating systems
• Install, configure, and administer Symantec endpoint protection, server, and client
• Install, configure and administer Symantec backup
• Configuration and administration of Microsoft Exchange Online with Microsoft 365
• Administration of Microsoft Exchange Server
• Manage and maintain Odoo software
• Maintain system performance by performing system monitoring analysis and tuning
• Analyzing system logs and identify potential issues with computer operating systems
• Applying server and operating system updates, patches, and configuration changes; documenting the configuration changes
• Manage database servers, ensuring data availability and security
• Perform database backups, recovery, and regular maintenance tasks
• Disaster recovery planning and closing security loopholes and access levels
• Manage essential cloud computing services, including IaaS, PaaS, and SaaS delivery models
• Implement and manage Azure and AWS storage with advanced management
• Design and implement Microsoft 365 services, manage user identity and roles, manage access and authentication, plan Office 365 workload and applications
• Implement and launch Microsoft Power Automate on Teams
• Build an internal wiki with technical documentation, manuals, and IT policies

• Proven experience as a System Administrator
• In-depth knowledge of the TCP/IP protocol suite, security architecture, securing and hardening operating systems, networks, databases and applications
• Experience with Odoo software
• Knowledge of system security (e.g., intrusion detection systems) and data backup/recovery
• Experience in multiple OS platforms with a strong emphasis on Linux (CentOS, Red Hat, Ubuntu), Mac OS X, and Windows systems
• Experience with OS-level scripting environments such as Bourne shell
• Understanding of SQL databases
• ERP and POS experience a must
• Experience with Microsoft 365 administration, including Dynamics 365, Teams, security, compliance, Exchange, etc.
• Resourcefulness and problem-solving aptitude
• Excellent communication skills
• BSc/Ba in Information Technology or Computer Science

• Microsoft Certified Solutions Expert (MCSE)
• Microsoft 365 Certified: Administrator Expert
• Microsoft Certified: Windows Server Hybrid Administrator Associate
• Microsoft Certified: Power Automate RPA Developer Associate
• Microsoft Certified: Windows Server Hybrid Administrator Associate
• Oracle Linux System Administrator (Oracle)

Note: Willing to update skills as required.

Are you a highly skilled IT professional looking for a challenging position with a variety of responsibilities? We have an opening that will allow you to utilize your technical expertise in a fast-paced environment.

• Function as a member of the systems services administration team
• Provide support and troubleshooting for our Windows, macOS, and Linux environments on physical servers as well as cloud and VMware environments
• Troubleshoot and repair desktop technologies, printers, handheld devices, and audio/video equipment
• Procure software and hardware from local vendors
• Establish/recommend policies on system use and services
• Develop and implement automation solutions for routine and repetitive tasks
• Collaborate with IT teams to define and develop documented policies, procedures, and processes, such as operational run books and system monitoring
• Make presentations to executive team, customers, client audiences, and professional peers
• Support regional events and trainings
• Regular travel to additional Esri offices

• 3+ years of systems administrative experience
• Operational level knowledge of Windows, macOS, and Linux administration and engineering
• Working knowledge and hands-on experience working with VMware
• In-depth knowledge of and experience with platform hardware and OS level support
• Ability to diagnose hardware/OS problems and to optimize system setups for complex application environments
• Ability to program in an administrative language (such as Perl, Python, Ruby, Powershell)
• Understanding of enterprise class SAN, NAS, and backup technologies
• Understanding of load balancing, clustering, and name lookup (DNS) and troubleshooting skills in these areas
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills with the ability to communicate effectively with management
• Capable of writing proposals, procedures, policies, and technical documentation
• Professional command of the English language, both written and verbal
• Bachelor’s degree in computer science or related field

• Certification in AWS, VMware, MS (MCSE), Linux
• Hardware experience: Dell, Cisco, NetApp
• Experience in vendor product evaluation (hardware, software, service providers)
• Operational knowledge of Amazon Web Services and its major components (EC2, S3, RDS, VPC, IAM, and more)
• Operational level knowledge of Microsoft Azure Cloud

At Esri, diversity is more than just a word on a map. When employees of different experiences, perspectives, backgrounds, and cultures come together, we are more innovative and ultimately a better place to work. We believe in having a diverse workforce that is unified under our mission of creating positive global change. We understand that diversity, equity, and inclusion is not a destination but an ongoing process.

Esri is an equal opportunity employer (EOE) and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

Responsibilities

• Maximizing profitability by providing world class quality assistance, increasing end user's proficiency and productivity.
• Exploiting the features of AMOS and other digital applications that is vital to the company's operational requirements, in compliance with the department procedures manual.
• Effectively understanding, identifying and analyzing bottlenecks in an existing process productivity and revenue, minimizing wastes and cost through use of best practice, lean methods and metrics.
• Ensure continuity of the company's operation through system performance and reliability, by providing accurate and lean method to achieve a long-term inventory accuracy and traceability, together ensuring management's trust of the high-quality services.
• To ensure that AMOS and other digitalization application are controlled and manage, customized to the needs of the department, preventing unwanted transaction.
• Ensure effectiveness and proficiency of end user in the usability of AMOS and other digitalization systems through constant guidance, information and direct involvement in solution building initiatives.

• Bachelor's degree in IT, Computer Science, programming
• 3+ years of work experience with Digital Applications in Airlines and Aviation.

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We are looking for an experienced Linux Expert to join our IT operations team and play a key role in designing, maintaining, and optimizing critical Linux-based infrastructure across enterprise environments.

• Administer, configure, and optimize Linux servers for high performance and reliability.
• Monitor system health and performance, proactively identifying and resolving issues.
• Implement system upgrades, patches, and security hardening.
• Manage user accounts, permissions, and system policies to ensure compliance.
• Support automation initiatives using scripts and tools (e.g., Bash, Python, Ansible).
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to design and deliver scalable infrastructure solutions.
• Troubleshoot complex Linux system issues, both independently and in collaboration with vendors.
• Create and maintain detailed documentation of configurations, standards, and operational procedures.

• 6–8 years of proven experience as a Linux Systems Administrator/Engineer.
• Strong knowledge of Red Hat Enterprise Linux, CentOS, Ubuntu, or other enterprise distributions .
• Solid understanding of networking, storage, virtualization, and cloud environments .
• Proficiency in scripting/automation (Bash, Python, Ansible, or similar).
• Experience with monitoring and troubleshooting tools (Nagios, Prometheus, Grafana, etc.).
• Knowledge of system security, compliance, and performance tuning .
• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or related field .
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and troubleshooting skills .
• Strong communication abilities with the capability to explain technical concepts to non-technical stakeholders.
• Flexibility to provide on-call support and resolve issues under pressure.
• Self-motivated with a proactive approach to infrastructure innovation.

• Seniority level: Mid-Senior level
• Employment type: Full-time
• Job function: Information Technology
• Industries: IT Services and IT Consulting

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Responsibilities

• Assists to install new/rebuild and maintain operating systems and related software in servers. Configure hardware, peripherals, services, settings, directories, storage, etc. in accordance with standards and project/operational requirements.
• Develops and maintains installation and configuration procedures.
• Designs, codes, tests and implements corrective actions and assures systems reliability, availability and security.
• Performs regular system monitoring, verifying the integrity and availability of all hardware, server resources, systems and key processes, reviewing system and application logs, and verifying completion of scheduled jobs such as backups.
• Assists users on the use of all maintained Software, and provide support per request from various users. Investigate and troubleshoots issues.
• Assists operations staff with operating and monitoring systems.
• Trains others on systems use and management. In conjunction with other areas/team, prepare easy to follow, concise instructional materials users on system usage.
• Assists in maintaining current and up to date documentation and information on operating systems and related software.
• Research and recommends to management on trends in technology to assist in selection of systems software and hardware.
• Performs other job-related duties as required.

Responsibilities

• Assists to install new/rebuild and maintain operating systems and related software in servers. Configure hardware, peripherals, services, settings, directories, storage, etc. in accordance with standards and project/operational requirements.
• Develops and maintains installation and configuration procedures.
• Designs, codes, tests and implements corrective actions and assures systems reliability, availability and security.
• Performs regular system monitoring, verifying the integrity and availability of all hardware, server resources, systems and key processes, reviewing system and application logs, and verifying completion of scheduled jobs such as backups.
• Assists users on the use of all maintained Software, and provide support per request from various users. Investigate and troubleshoots issues.
• Assists operations staff with operating and monitoring systems.
• Trains others on systems use and management. In conjunction with other areas/team, prepare easy to follow, concise instructional materials users on system usage.
• Assists in maintaining current and up to date documentation and information on operating systems and related software.
• Research and recommends to management on trends in technology to assist in selection of systems software and hardware.
• Performs other job-related duties as required.

Job Overview

We are seeking a highly experienced and motivated Systems Engineer to support and manage enterprise IT infrastructure components, including VMware vCenter , Dell EMC Data Domain (DD Storage) , Veeam Backup , and Active Directory (A.D) . The ideal candidate should also have a strong understanding of networking concepts and preferably hands-on exposure to Oracle Cloud Infrastructure (OCI). This role requires a high level of technical expertise and independence in a fast-paced environment.

• Administer and maintain VMware vCenter environments, including ESXi hosts, resource pools, snapshots, and high availability configurations.
• Manage and optimize Dell EMC Data Domain (DD Storage) systems to ensure efficient data protection and storage usage.
• Configure and monitor Veeam Backup & Replication solutions to ensure reliable backups and fast recovery of critical systems.
• Administer Active Directory (A.D) including user/group management, GPOs, OU structures, DNS/DHCP roles, and domain services.
• Collaborate with networking teams to ensure proper configuration and integration of infrastructure across VLANs, firewalls, and routing setups.
• Troubleshoot system, storage, and backup issues in production environments.
• Monitor system health, capacity planning, and performance metrics.
• Document infrastructure designs, configuration changes, and operational procedures.
• Contribute to IT infrastructure projects, migrations, and upgrades across on-prem and hybrid environments.

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or related field.
• Minimum 5 years of proven hands-on experience in:
• 1- VMware vCenter / vSphere
• 2- Dell EMC Data Domain (DD Storage)
• 3- Veeam Backup & Replication
• 4- Active Directory (A.D) Administration
• Relevant certifications are preferred (VCP , VMCE , CCNA , etc.)
• Strong knowledge of networking fundamentals , including switching, routing, VLANs, DNS, DHCP, and firewall rules.
• Strong troubleshooting and analytical skills.
• Excellent communication, time management, and documentation abilities.
• Ability to manage tasks independently and respond effectively to incidents.

Mid-Senior level

Full-time

Information Technology

IT Services and IT Consulting

Riyadh, Saudi Arabia SAR10,000.00-SAR20,000.00

Riyadh, Riyadh, Saudi Arabia

Base pay range

Job Title: System Engineer
Location: Riyadh, Saudi Arabia
Duration: 6 Months Contract (Extendable)
Salary: Open for discussion
Experience: 3 to 5 years
Mandatory: Transferable Iqama

Job Description
A System Engineer is responsible for designing, implementing, and maintaining IT infrastructure to ensure efficiency, reliability, and security. The role requires expertise in VMware, backup solutions, Hyper-Converged Infrastructure (HCI), Microsoft Exchange, and Active Directory.

• VMware Management: Deploy, manage, monitor, and optimize VMware environments.
• Backup & Disaster Recovery: Implement and maintain backup solutions, develop backup policies, and monitor job executions.
• Hyper-Converged Infrastructure (HCI): Deploy and maintain HCI solutions, ensuring performance and scalability.
• Microsoft Exchange: Install, configure, and manage Exchange servers and email security.
• Active Directory: Manage user accounts, permissions, and security policies.
• System Administration: Maintain Windows/Linux servers, apply security updates, and monitor system health.
• Networking: Configure and manage network devices, VLANs, firewall rules, and troubleshoot network issues.
• Security: Implement security measures, conduct audits, and respond to incidents.
• Documentation & Reporting: Maintain documentation and generate reports on system performance.

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, IT, or related field.
• Certifications in VMware (VCP), Microsoft (MCSE), or relevant technologies.
• Strong experience in system administration, virtualization, backup solutions, HCI, Exchange, and Active Directory.
• Proficiency in scripting (PowerShell, Bash) and networking concepts.
• Strong problem-solving, communication, and teamwork skills.
• Ability to adapt to new technologies and industry trends.

• Mid-Senior level

• Full-time

• Information Technology

• IT Services and IT Consulting