IT & Network Administrator

IT & Network Administrator Position: IT & Network Administrator Department: IT / Administration Employment Type: Full-Time Location: Karachi, Pakistan Job Summary We are looking for a technically strong and responsible IT & Network Administrator who can independently manage the company's complete IT infrastructure, including MikroTik, LAN/internal networking, CCTV systems, computers, network devices, troubleshooting, security and daily data backups . The ideal candidate should have practical hands-on experience in office networking and should be capable of identifying and resolving network and IT issues without requiring constant supervision. Key Responsibilities1. MikroTik & Network Management Manage and configure MikroTik routers and network infrastructure . Configure and maintain: Internet connections LAN/WAN IP addressing DHCP DNS NAT Firewall Port forwarding Bandwidth management VPN Network access/security Monitor network performance and troubleshoot connectivity issues. Maintain secure MikroTik configurations and keep proper configuration backups. MikroTik's RouterOS supports routing, firewall, VPN, QoS and network management functions. Maintain documentation of network configuration, IP addresses and connected devices. 2. Internal / Local Network Design, install and maintain the company's internal LAN network . Configure switches, routers, access points and other network devices. Handle structured network cabling and troubleshoot LAN connectivity. Configure shared folders, network printers and other internal network resources. Manage IP allocation and network segmentation where required. Identify and resolve network speed, connectivity and communication issues between computers. 3. CCTV Installation & Management Install and configure CCTV cameras and NVR/DVR systems . Configure camera networking, recording and remote access. Troubleshoot CCTV cameras, NVR/DVR, cabling and network-related issues. Ensure CCTV systems remain operational and recording properly. Maintain CCTV system configuration and access credentials securely. 4. Daily Data Backup & Data Security — Critical Responsibility Perform and verify daily backups of important company data . Collect required data/files from relevant departments on a daily basis. Coordinate with the Accounts/Accounting Department to ensure updated QuickBooks company data is received and backed up every day. Maintain daily backups of: QuickBooks / Accounts data Company databases Important office documents Reports and operational files Other critical business data Save backups securely on an external storage device / designated backup system . Maintain proper date-wise backup folders and records. Regularly verify that backups are actually working and files can be restored. Maintain multiple backup copies where required to reduce the risk of data loss. Immediately report any backup failure or missing data to management. Maintain confidentiality and security of all company data. Important: The employee will be responsible for ensuring that the company's critical data is backed up on a daily basis and that backup records are maintained properly. QuickBooks itself supports scheduled local backups and verification of backup files. 5. IT Support & Troubleshooting Provide technical support to office employees. Troubleshoot Windows, computers, printers, scanners and other IT equipment. Install and configure operating systems and required software. Troubleshoot hardware, software and network-related problems. Manage user access, shared folders and basic IT security. Maintain office computers and IT equipment. 6. IT Security & Maintenance Maintain security of the company's network and IT infrastructure. Regularly review network access and unauthorized devices. Keep MikroTik/network equipment properly secured and updated. Maintain secure passwords and access credentials. Ensure important IT configurations are documented and backed up. Protect company data from accidental deletion, unauthorized access and data loss. Required Skills & Experience 2–5 years of practical IT/Networking experience preferred. Strong hands-on knowledge of MikroTik RouterOS / WinBox . Strong knowledge of LAN/WAN and internal office networking . Practical experience with routers, switches, access points and network cabling. Experience with CCTV installation and configuration . Good knowledge of Windows and general computer troubleshooting. Experience with data backup and recovery procedures. Basic understanding of network security and firewalls. Ability to troubleshoot problems independently. Good documentation and record-keeping skills. Must be responsible, trustworthy and highly careful with company data. Preferred Qualifications Diploma / Bachelor's degree in IT, Computer Science, Networking or a related field . MikroTik certification such as MTCNA will be an advantage. Experience working in an office/corporate environment. Experience managing QuickBooks data backups will be an advantage. Candidate Profile We need someone who is hands-on , not just someone with theoretical IT knowledge. The candidate should be able to: MikroTik → Networking → LAN → CCTV → Troubleshooting → IT Support → Data Backup → Security and should be capable of managing the company's day-to-day IT infrastructure independently. Key Requirement Daily data backup is a mandatory responsibility of this position. The candidate must ensure that all critical company data, particularly Accounts/QuickBooks data, is collected, backed up and securely stored every working day. Pay: Rs55,000.00 - Rs65,000.00 per month Work Location: In person