IT Administrator
- Job Number
- EGYPT00394
- Job Type
- Non-Teaching
- School / Entity Name
- The International School of Choueifat, 6 October
- Department
- Administration
About SABIS®
SABIS® is a global education network that has an active presence in 21 countries on five continents and educates students in both the private and public sectors. SABIS® schools implement the proven, proprietary SABIS® Educational System, which has been developed and refined for over 140 years.
All students in the SABIS® Network benefit from a long tradition of excellence in education, a reputation that is rooted in a well-developed philosophy that seeks to provide students with a top-quality education that prepares them to meet the challenges of a changing world.
For more information about the SABIS® Network, visit: www.sabis.net.
Job Purpose
The IT Administrator manages & own school-wide IT systems, networks, and services, ensuring reliable operation while supporting SABIS applications when required in small schools.
Key Responsibilities:
- Ensuring compliance with all security and infrastructure standards (including backups, firewall security, Windows updates, etc.) as per SABIS® policies, in coordination with the regional IT Team and SABIS® HQ IT Infrastructure/Security teams
- Setting up, and configuring necessary hardware and network components (servers, cabinets, switches, Wi-Fi, and other equipment)
- Maintaining network infrastructure, data integrity, and backups
- Ensuring data center equipment, such as servers and network devices, are up-to-date with firmware and patches
- Addressing and resolving faults within the school system (Wi-Fi, network, Internet, servers, etc.)
- Performing other related tasks as they arise and as delegated by the Management
- Providing ongoing technical support to all school users
- Procuring, setting up, and configuring necessary hardware components (workstations, thin clients, laptops, Smart Boards, tablets, and other equipment)
- Supporting students and staff in using SABIS® solutions (SABIS® E-Books, the SABIS® Digital Platform, etc.)
- Installing and deploying new SABIS® software applications and updates, ensuring proper usage by granting access rights, training end users, and providing support manuals for SABIS® and third-party IT solutions
- Reporting any valid malfunctions and abnormalities in SABIS® application software and handling issues/requests through SABIS® Service Management
- Performing administrative tasks such as training, planning, setting objectives, budgeting, and developing policies and procedures, while collaborating with the regional IT Team and SABIS® HQ
- Accomplishes IT staff results by communicating job expectations; planning, monitoring, and appraising job results; coaching, counseling, and disciplining employees; initiating, coordinating
- Operating (running and maintaining) the various SABIS® IT software and solutions that are deployed in the school
Ideal Requirements:
- Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Business Computing, Computer Engineering, or their equivalent
- English Proficient; Local language where applicable
- A minimum of 6 years of experience in a relevant field
- Advanced networking (LAN/WAN), Servers and Security & compliance
- Cisco CCNA\MCITP or similar certificates are required
- Linux experience is a plus
- Technical Communication: Explains solutions in user-friendly language
- Responsiveness: Acts promptly on support requests
- Organizational Skills: Maintains structured documentation and inventory
- Team Support & collaboration: Assists colleagues and shares knowledge
- Continuous Learning: Keeps up with new tools and updates
- Risk management: Identify and Escalate risks proactively
Employment Requirements:
Must meet all employment requirements including, but not limited to, country and local education and certification requirements, reference checks, and criminal background checks.
Additional details about this position will only be provided to short-listed candidates.
SABIS® is an equal opportunity employer. We are dedicated to a policy of non – discrimination in employment on any basis including age, sex, color, race, creed, national origin, religion, marital status, disability, or any other legally protected characteristics.