Location

Dubai, United Arab Emirates

Job Category

• Information Technology (IT) & Software
• Energy, Oil & Gas

Job Overview

An exciting opportunity is available for an experienced IT Systems Administrator to join a leading organization in the Oil & Gas sector in Dubai, United Arab Emirates. The role is ideal for IT professionals with a strong background in enterprise infrastructure management, Microsoft technologies, virtualization, and large-scale server environments within the Oil & Gas industry.

The successful candidate will be responsible for maintaining critical IT infrastructure, ensuring system availability, supporting enterprise technologies, and delivering reliable IT services. This position requires hands-on expertise in Microsoft environments, virtualization platforms, backup solutions, and enterprise networking while maintaining high standards of system performance and security.

This role offers excellent opportunities for career growth, professional development, and exposure to enterprise-scale IT operations in the Oil & Gas industry. Candidates with strong technical expertise and a proactive approach to infrastructure management are encouraged to apply.

Key Responsibilities

• Administer and maintain enterprise IT infrastructure and server environments.
• Manage Microsoft Active Directory, Windows Server, Microsoft 365, and Azure environments.
• Configure, monitor, and support VMware virtualization infrastructure.
• Administer Dell EMC VxRail, Citrix, and Veeam backup solutions.
• Manage and maintain enterprise networking infrastructure.
• Monitor system performance, availability, and security.
• Troubleshoot infrastructure, server, and network issues.
• Maintain technical documentation and operational procedures.
• Ensure business continuity through backup and disaster recovery practices.
• Provide after-hours technical support when required.

Requirements & Qualifications

Education

• Bachelor’s Degree in Information Technology, Computer Science, Computer Engineering, or a related field.

Experience

• Minimum 5+ years of experience as an IT Systems Administrator.
• Mandatory experience within the Oil & Gas industry.
• Experience managing enterprise environments with more than 100 servers.

Technical Skills

• Microsoft Active Directory
• Windows Server
• Microsoft 365 (Office 365)
• Microsoft Azure
• VMware
• Dell EMC VxRail
• Citrix
• Veeam Backup & Replication
• Enterprise Networking Infrastructure
• Server Administration
• Infrastructure Monitoring
• System Troubleshooting

Soft Skills

• Strong analytical and troubleshooting abilities.
• Excellent communication skills.
• Documentation and technical reporting.
• Team collaboration.
• Ability to work under pressure and provide after-hours support.

Certifications

The following certifications are considered an advantage:

• Microsoft Certified
• VMware Certified Professional (VCP)
• Microsoft Azure Certifications
• Veeam Certifications

Salary, Benefits & Career Growth

Benefits

• Opportunity to work within a leading Oil & Gas organization.
• Exposure to enterprise-scale IT infrastructure and modern technologies.
• Collaborative and professional work environment.
• Opportunities to expand technical expertise across Microsoft, virtualization, cloud, and enterprise infrastructure platforms.

Career Growth

This position provides excellent long-term career progression for infrastructure professionals seeking to strengthen their expertise in enterprise IT systems administration, virtualization, cloud technologies, and large-scale infrastructure management within the Oil & Gas sector.

Application Process

Apply only through the official job application process.

1. Click Apply Now on the website.
2. Follow the application instructions.
3. Send your updated CV directly to the HR email below.
4. Use the subject line: IT Systems Administrator – Oil & Gas.

HR Email for Application

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