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Job Vacancy - Assistant Systems Administrator

Embassy of India

Washington DC

JOB VACANCY

Embassy of India is seeking candidates for the position of “Assistant Systems Administrator” with the following work profile:

Maintenance of Computer Hardware, Software and Peripherals:

  •   Maintain database of equipment available including technical specifications and cost                  estimates
  • Vendor development, evaluation and rating considering their heritage, capability, etc., for procurement and for maintenance (both on contracts and for adhoc requirements)
  • Working out software requirements for procured computers and servers
  • Installation and configuration of anti-virus software provided by the Ministry
  • Manage records pertaining to the updates of software and licenses
  • Basic trouble shooting of various equipment such as computers, printers, servers, special purpose printers, photocopiers, telephone system.
  • Interaction with the Ministry for configuration of Linux software.
  • Work out the maintenance requirements for various hardware
  • MS Office support to various computers in Embassy.
  • Managing data back-up

Managing Computers, Servers and Printers in Consular Section & Accounts Section:

  • Interface with Consular Section and National Informatics Centre
  • Basic trouble shooting of network, software (Unix) and hardware at Consular & Accounts Section
  • Managing the maintenance of hardware through maintenance contracts and adhoc support as a back-up
  • File work related to the above works

Essential Qualification:

  • Graduate Degree
  • Sound knowledge Computer Hardware repair & maintenance (Desktops, Laptops & Printers);
  • Sound knowledge of Software used in Desktops & Laptops including Anti-Virus
  • Knowledge of operating systems such as Windows, iOS, Unix/Linux etc.
  • Knowledge of Oracle, Visual Basic etc.
  • Should either be a US citizen, having Green Card or Employment Authorization Card (EAD)

Desired Qualifications:

  • Academic background in Computers
  • 03 years of related experience

Interested candidates may send their applications and resumes at the following address; the last date for submission of applications is 23 November, 2018.

Attache (Administration)

Embassy of India

2107 Massachusetts Ave., NW, 20008, Washington DC

Email: attadmn.washington@mea.gov.in

Fax: 001 202 319 2840