Senior System and Network Administrator

"Build and maintain a secure and reliable network foundation at Maersk Training"

Maersk Training is seeking a skilled and proactive Senior System and Network Administrator to join our IT Operations team. Based in Chennai, this role offers an opportunity to design, implement, and maintain network infrastructure that ensures optimal performance and security.

You will report directly to the Head of IT Operations (Denmark based) and work closely with internal teams and external stakeholders to manage risks, address technical challenges, and align with corporate IT guidelines while supporting a global organization across time zones.

We Offer

This position allows you to take full ownership of our enterprise-level network technologies, contributing to a secure and efficient IT infrastructure. You’ll be part of a forward-thinking team, driving improvements and implementing best practices across the organization.

We offer you:

• Exposure to the complete IT infrastructure with enterprise-level technologies.

• Opportunities to work on advanced network configurations and security measures.

• A collaborative and innovative environment that values continuous learning and improvement.

Key Responsibilities

As a Senior System and Network Administrator at Maersk Training, you will:

• Plan, configure, and document network infrastructure, ensuring high performance and reliability.

• Monitor the technical environment, troubleshoot, and resolve network-related issues.

• Perform systems and software administration, problem resolution, and change management.

• Maintain operational and configuration procedures, facilitating configuration changes.

• Develop and implement automation tools/scripts for system administration activities.

• Create configuration standards for Windows server operating systems and network infrastructure.

• Provide detailed performance monitoring, root cause analysis, and documentation.

• Ensure alignment with corporate IT rules and guidelines while managing multiple assignments.

• Collaborate across cultures and time zones, supporting a growing global organization.

We are looking for

We are looking for an ambitious and structured professional who thrives in a collaborative environment. The ideal candidate is detail-oriented, analytical, and capable of managing complex assignments independently.

Required qualifications:

• Proven experience in network infrastructure design, implementation, and maintenance, preferably on the Fortinet platform.

• Strong expertise in enterprise-level IT infrastructure, including Windows, network patching, and configuration.

• Familiarity with the latest security principles and risk mitigation strategies.

• Excellent communication skills, with the ability to work effectively across diverse teams and cultures.

• Agile mindset with a focus on continuous improvement and best practices.

Maersk is committed to a diverse and inclusive workplace, and we embrace different styles of thinking. Maersk is an equal opportunities employer and welcomes applicants without regard to race, colour, gender, sex, age, religion, creed, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, marital status, sexual orientation, physical or mental disability, medical condition, pregnancy or parental leave, veteran status, gender identity, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law. We will consider qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with all legal requirements.