Company: Alpha Group of Institutions
Work Location: Alpha CBSE School, CIT Nagar, Saidapet, Chennai
Job Type: Full-Time
Department: IT / Systems Administration
Experience: 2 to 5 Years
Contact :
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Job Summary
We are looking for a technically competent and proactive System Administrator to manage the school's IT infrastructure, digital learning platforms, computer systems, and technology-enabled classroom facilities.
The candidate will be responsible for ensuring the seamless functioning of IT systems, smart boards, Google Workspace, MCB App, Learning Management Systems (LMS), network infrastructure, and other digital tools used for academic and administrative operations.
Key Responsibilities
1. IT Infrastructure & System Administration
- Install, configure, maintain, and troubleshoot desktops, laptops, servers, printers, and other IT peripherals.
- Manage Windows operating systems, user accounts, access permissions, and system configurations.
- Monitor and maintain LAN, WAN, Wi-Fi, internet connectivity, routers, and switches.
- Ensure regular data backups, antivirus updates, system security, and data protection.
- Maintain IT asset inventory, software licences, and system maintenance records.
2. Smart Classroom & Digital Learning Support
- Ensure the smooth functioning of interactive smart boards, projectors, digital displays, and classroom technology.
- Troubleshoot hardware and software issues related to smart classroom equipment.
- Provide technical assistance to teachers in using digital teaching tools and classroom technology.
- Coordinate installation, configuration, and maintenance of technology-enabled learning facilities.
3. Educational Software & Digital Platforms
- Manage and provide technical support for Google Workspace for Education, including Gmail, Google Drive, Google Classroom, and related applications.
- Administer and troubleshoot the MCB App and other school management applications.
- Support the implementation and usage of Learning Management Systems (LMS), digital assessment tools, and e-learning platforms.
- Manage user accounts, access permissions, and platform configurations for staff and students.
- Assist teachers and administrative staff in resolving application-related issues and improving the effective utilisation of digital tools.
4. Technical Support & Coordination
- Provide timely technical support to teaching and non-teaching staff.
- Diagnose and resolve hardware, software, networking, and application-related issues.
- Coordinate with external IT vendors and service providers for repairs, installations, and technical support.
- Conduct preventive maintenance to minimise system downtime.
- Maintain records of IT complaints, resolutions, and periodic system maintenance.
Desired Candidate Profile
- Bachelor's degree or Diploma in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related discipline.
- 2 to 5 years of relevant experience in System Administration, IT Infrastructure, or IT Support.
- Solid knowledge of Windows operating systems, computer hardware, and networking.
- Hands-on experience with Google Workspace administration and user management.
- Familiarity with smart boards, interactive panels, and digital classroom technologies.
- Experience working with school management applications, MCB App, LMS platforms, and other educational technology tools will be an added advantage.
- Knowledge of LAN/WAN, TCP/IP, routers, switches, Wi-Fi, antivirus, and data backup.
- Good troubleshooting, communication, and interpersonal skills.
- Ability to independently manage IT operations and provide end-user support.
Key Skills System Administration | IT Infrastructure | Google Workspace | Google Classroom | Smart Board Management | Interactive Panels | MCB App | LMS Tools | School ERP | Hardware & Networking | Windows Administration | LAN/WAN | Technical Support | Data Backup | IT Security
📌 System Administrator (Chennai)
🏢 ALPHA EDUCATIONAL SOCIETY
📍 Chennai