Systems Administrator
OSCA 271232·ANZSCO 262113
15,300
10.9%
19.7%
41 yrs
Source: Jobs and Skills Australia · ABS 2021 Census of Population and Housing.
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About this career
Plans, develops, installs, troubleshoots, maintains and supports an operating system and associated server hardware, software and databases, ensuring optimum system integrity, security, backup and performance.
What they typically do
- Installs, configures and maintains server hardware, software, operating systems and databases infrastructure
- Diagnoses and resolves hardware, software and network connectivity issues to ensure uninterrupted system operation
- Conducts regular system backups and recovery procedures, ensuring data safety and integrity
- Facilitates IT infrastructure changes through change management processes, in accordance with organisational protocols
- Provides system related technical support and guidance to end users
- Manages user accounts, permissions and security policies to ensure data security and compliance with regulations
Where they work
States and territories
Share of workers by location
Qualification pathways
These accredited qualifications can lead to a career as a Systems Administrator.
No qualification pathways published on training.gov.au yet.