System Administrator Veeam Backup & Recovery

System Administrator Veeam Backup & Recovery

Job Summary:

We are looking for a detail-oriented and compliance-aware System Administrator with a strong focus on backup and recovery operations. The ideal candidate will be responsible for designing, implementing, and maintaining robust backup and restore procedures using Veeam and VMware technologies, ensuring full alignment with regulatory frameworks such as DORA. This role also includes VMware system administration and hardware support.

Key Responsibilities:

·       Implement and maintain backup and disaster recovery strategies using Veeam Backup & Replication.

·       Ensure backup policies and procedures meet regulatory compliance standards (e.g., DORA, GDPR).

·       Perform regular restore tests and document results to validate recovery capabilities.

·       Monitor backup jobs, troubleshoot failures, and ensure data integrity across systems.

·       Maintain and optimize VMware virtual environments (vSphere, ESXi, vCenter).

·       Manage hardware infrastructure (servers, local storage, etc.) and perform diagnostics and replacements as needed.

·       Collaborate with compliance and audit teams to provide evidence and documentation for backup-related controls.

·       Maintain detailed documentation of backup configurations, schedules, and recovery procedures.

·       Provide support for basic virtualization issues and system-level troubleshooting.

Required Skills and Qualifications:

·       Proven experience in backup and recovery administration, especially with Veeam.

·       Solid understanding of regulatory compliance requirements related to IT operations (e.g., DORA, ISO 27001).

·       Hands-on experience with VMware virtualization technologies.

·       Familiarity with server hardware and storage systems.

·       Basic networking knowledge (TCP/IP, DNS, DHCP).

·       Strong documentation and reporting skills.

·       Ability to work independently and under pressure, especially during incident recovery.

Preferred Qualifications:

·       Certifications in Veeam (VMCE), VMware (VCP), or IT compliance.

·       Experience with backup encryption, offsite replication, and immutable storage.

·       Exposure to audit processes and risk management frameworks.