IT Systems Administrator

Job description / Role

Title:
AFCAP V OCN/LN UAE: IT Systems Administrator

This position is full time, based in the UAE, and will require the employee to travel to all AFCAP V project locations in various countries.

POSITION SUMMARY: Responsible for the administration of one or more of the following data systems: Computer systems hardware, software, information systems & peripheral equipment such as servers, desktops, printers, and storage devices.

Duties and Responsibilities:
- Responsible for the administration of computer systems hardware, software, information systems & peripheral equipment such as servers, desktops, printers, and storage devices.
- Maintain, install, upgrade, and configure data systems and Audio/Video devices.
- Administer operating systems and maintain basic security and recovery procedures such as scheduling and backups.
- Analyzing problems and develop possible solutions using standard procedures while developing advanced skills.
- Assist customers with various IT related issues including software, hardware, and connectivity.
- Manage multiple IT vendors to ensure completion of IT projects in a timely manner.
- At times perform tasks outside of IT to ensure the mission is successful.

Requirements

Basic Job Qualifications:
- Must have a High School Diploma or equivalent; additional higher education, technical or vocational training in a related field is preferred.
- Requires at least 3 years of directly related IT experience.
- Requires knowledge of TCP/IP networking principles in a Microsoft Environment to include network topologies and transmission media, i.e. fiber, copper, satellite, and Wi-Fi.
- Must have excellent communication skills.
- Must possess administrative, organizational, and computer skills to include proficiency with Microsoft Office suite including (MS Word, PowerPoint, Excel, and Outlook).
- Ability to work quickly and in a potentially high-stress environment.
- Must have good oral and written communication skills which enable to effectively liaise with clients, other departments within the organization, subcontractors, and clients, and report directly to the Senior Management.

Physical Activities:
- Physical requirements include lifting to 35lb, team lifting up to 50lbs, climbing, extended sitting, or standing, stooping, stretching, and bending.
- Work may require using and wearing personal protective equipment such as, hearing and eye protection,
- Day-to-day physical requirements may involve standard office activities including sitting/standing for extended periods of time, attending meetings, use of keyboard and mouse repetitively, lifting and carrying less than 20 lbs. frequently, etc.
- Work requires moderate physical exertion including walking to operating areas and walking up stairs.

Minimum Qualifications:
- Must be a US Citizen.
- Must have a US Passport with minimum one year availability.
- Must be capable of meeting/maintaining deployment medical and dental requirements.
- Must have at least one year of prior experience working overseas.
- Must have valid driver's license and good driving record.
- Must have and maintain a valid U. S. SECRET Security Clearance or must be able to acquire a Secret Clearance.

About the Company

We deliver science, technology and engineering solutions to governments and companies around the world. KBR employs approximately 28,000 people performing diverse, complex and mission critical roles in 34 countries.

KBR is proud to work with its customers across the globe to provide technology, value-added services, and long-term operations and maintenance services to ensure consistent delivery with predictable results. At KBR, We Deliver.