IT Expert - Server & Storage is required by our Client, an Oil and Gas operator, to be assigned on a contract basis, based in Hassi Messaoud, Algeria.

DURATION 1 year Renewable
ROTATION 28 Days On x 28 Days Off

PRINCIPAL RESPONSIBILITIES

• Administer and optimize Active Directory across all sites, including user account lifecycle management, group policy and group management, and privileged access administration.
• Administer the on-premises Microsoft Exchange and hybrid Microsoft 365 environment in alignment with corporate standards.
• Develop and maintain automation for administration and operational tasks using PowerShell and approved tools (e.g., ManageEngine).
• Install, configure, and support server-based applications and services (e.g., file, print, database, and licensing) in accordance with corporate standards.
• Maintain and administer backup, restore, and recovery processes for servers, applications, and data, including disk-based backups, replication, tape operations, and support for Dell backup tools and tape library systems.
• Monitor servers and applications using SolarWinds and other approved tools, including alert tuning, troubleshooting, and performance optimization.
• Provide technical expertise and Level 2/Level 3 escalation support for infrastructure incidents and operational issues, including root-cause analysis.
• Execute server security, maintenance, and patching activities and coordinate with the cybersecurity team on hardening and remediation as required.
• Administer and support virtualization and storage platforms (e.g., VMware and enterprise SAN/NAS), including capacity planning and lifecycle management.
• Support disaster recovery and business continuity readiness by maintaining runbooks, participating in DR tests, and ensuring recovery objectives are met for critical services.
• Maintain accurate technical documentation (configurations, procedures, and diagrams) and follow change management processes for infrastructure updates.
• Identify and implement opportunities for operational improvement, automation, standardization, and cost-effective service delivery.

EXPERIENCE / QUALIFICATION

• Bachelor's degree (or higher) in Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, or a closely related discipline.
• 5+ years of hands-on experience administering enterprise server, storage, backup, and Microsoft infrastructure environments.
• Microsoft, VMware, Dell, or similar infrastructure certifications.
• ITIL Foundation (or equivalent service management certification)
• Strong experience with Windows Server; Linux administration.
• Relevant vendor training or certifications (e.g., Microsoft, VMware, Dell, HPE).
• Familiarity with server security, hardening baselines, and vulnerability remediation practices
• Excellent English verbal and written communication French/Arabic skills is a plus