Sysadmin

Systems administrators are in charge of companies' computer systems. Their areas of competence include IT equipment (hardware), programs (software), communication between computers (computer networks) and operating systems. Assure that the entire computer system works correctly to thus create an environment in which company personnel can do their jobs effectively. They have a very large range of activities, depending on company size and needs, from design, equipment procurement and installation to equipment maintenance. In general, must know how to resolve needs and problems and permanently learn and study related issues.

• Responsible for the installation of both hardware and software equipment.
  Study company needs and decide what measures to take: purchase of computer devices from an external agency or elaboration of an internal project.
  As necessary, in charge of purchasing computer equipment and software packages; study market offers and analyse the costs and advantages of each provider.
  If the equipment acquired is not configured, assure that it is properly installed, both programming the equipment and designing applications software.
  To assure that new equipment runs properly, the administrator must study the manuals in depth and prepare them carefully. This will take maximum advantage of their features.
  Train computer users at times, particularly with new software.
• In charge of assuring that the system works correctly.
  Manage the operating systems, updating features as necessary.
  In charge of system maintenance, managing user incidents and resolving any problems that arise.
  Resolve both hardware and software incidents.
  Monitor the different systems.
• In some cases, set up workstations: account management, disk quotas, permissions.
• Research and implement new technology.
  Systems administrators sometimes have responsibilities in designing projects.
  Design and develop computer programs to improve system efficiency.
• Manage the computer network:
  Develop network application and user registration tasks, opening email accounts, resetting passwords, etc.
  Oversee management of Internet connexion.
  Add equipment to the network. These may include computers, printers, switching centres, etc.
• Take responsibility for computer security.
  Guarantee the integrity of information: prevent external agents from accessing the intranet or damaging the information it contains, as well as its regular backup to protect data.
  Plan, coordinate and implement security measures.

Regulated training and graduates

• Certificat de Professionalitat de la Família Informàtica i comunicacions: Sistemes de gestió d'informació (Nivell 3)
• Certificat de Professionalitat de la Família Informàtica i comunicacions: Gestió de xarxes de veu i dades (Nivell 3)
• Certificat de Professionalitat de la Família Informàtica i comunicacions: Seguretat informàtica (Nivell 3)
• Certificat de Professionalitat de la Família Informàtica i comunicacions: Administració i disseny de xarxes departamentals (Nivell 3)
• Certificat de Professionalitat de la Família Informàtica i comunicacions: Administració de serveis d'internet (Nivell 3)
• Certificat de Professionalitat de la Família Informàtica i comunicacions: Gestió de sistemes informàtics (Nivell 3)
• Certificat de Professionalitat de la Família Informàtica i comunicacions: Administració i programació en sistemes de planificació de recursos empresarials i de gestió de relacions amb clients (Nivell 3)
• Professional Training Course (s) in the field of computer and communications- Intermediate level: Microcomputer systems and networks
• Professional Training Course(s) in the field of IT and Communications - Advanced Level: Computer Systems Network Administration
• Grau: Enginyeria de sistemes TIC
• Grau: Enginyeria informàtica
• Grau: Enginyeria informàtica de gestió i sistemes d'informació
• Grau: Informàtica i serveis

Complementary training

Other specific skills

Analytical thought: Level 2

Orientation within reach: Level 2

Initiative: Level 3

Communication: Level 2

Learning and use of knowledge: Level 1

Flexibility and change management: Level 2

Customer orientation: Level 2

Planning and organisation: Level 1

New technologies

People who show an interest in this field are motivated by the development and advanced use of new technologies in any of their applications (software, hardware, telecommunications) from an innovative perspective and in accordance with the continuous updates of technologies, programmes and equipment that appear on the market. The design, installation, management and maintenance of computer systems and new technologies are activities specific to this field.

Systems manager

Systems analyst

Network manager

Network Administrator

Database administrator

• Work hours

  Full time, split shift. Companies may require working outside of office hours to resolve problems, complete projects or make modifications (as this must be done without interfering with the work of other employees).

• Salary

  Gross annual salary from 22.844 to 34.021 euros, depending on experience. Median: 27.878 euros annum gross.
  
  Source: Report "Observatory of Jobs and Salaries of the Labour Market. Barcelona Activa", elaborated by ICSA Grupo. April 2015.

• Professional category

  Technician