262113 Systems Administrator

Roles and Responsibilities of 262113 Systems Administrator

The roles and responsibilities of a systems administrator are diverse since they are the people required the most in an organization by every other department. In general scenarios, systems administrators may have to perform the following duties:

1. Installing, configuring and maintaining the software and hardware of computer systems
2. Taking regular backups and enforcing the correct security standards
3. Providing support in identifying and resolving the server related malfunctions whether software or hardware related
4. Testing the database systems and ensuring that they are working optimally including tracking, debugging and resolving of all the technical issues in the database systems
5. Creating and maintaining the databases of the organization including the data tables, data dictionaries, database architecture, naming conventions and master file systems
6. Monitoring the network performance and resolving network issues
7. Administrating servers, workstations, printers, switches, firewalls, software development and other security updates
8. Providing training to the staff regarding maintaining the computer systems

Qualifications Required for 262113 Systems Administrator

• A bachelor or higher degree in computer science or information security or related fields is required for the job role of systems administrators 262113 as per the ANZSCO.
• However, applicants may produce a relevant vendor certificate or present a work experience in the field for a minimum of 5 years to compensate with the formal education requirements.
• In certain scenarios, applicants may require additional training or a work experience as a compulsory requirement.

Skills Required for 262113 Systems Administrator

The requirement for systems administrators is expected to grow in the coming years. Hence, in order to showcase their success in the role of a system administrator, the applicants should present certain essential soft skills in their RPL report. They must understand business processes and be collaborative. Here are certain essential skills that a systems administrator should possess:

• Critical thinking
• High-level problem-solving skills
• Mathematical abilities
• Negotiating skills
• Extraordinary communication skills
• Leadership qualities and teamwork

Along with these personal skills, there are certain technical areas that a systems administrator should master. The ANZSCO provides an extensive list of core ICT units that are closely related with the job duties of a systems administrator.

1. Database Management Systems
2. Encryption of Data
3. Data Communications
4. System Administration
5. Systems Programming
6. Web and the internet
7. Project management
8. Quality Assurance
9. Client-Server Technology
10. Computer hardware
11. Data Structures
12. File Processing
13. Systems Security
14. Systems Management
15. Web security