Guidelines for the Responsibilities of a Systems Administrator

The following guidelines outline responsibilities of systems administrators

Provide multi platform systems programming and advanced information security skills
- Technical
- Planning
- Operational
Security operations
- Ensure the security and integrity of any equipment attached to the Stevens network
  - Server
  - Workstations
  - LAN
  - Recommend additional security software as needed
- Scans will be done by Information Technology; systems administrator will assist with information and help as needed
- Resolve issues and vulnerabilities found on University scans
Back-up and recovery for critical data
Server back-up
User support
Network monitoring
Equipment maintenance
Standard security settings
- Default account settings
- Password control
- System monitoring
- Data integrity
- Data confidentiality
- Host based firewalls
Periodic verification of security settings
Tape Backup Operations
- Ensure backups are successful
- Provide for a tape rotation schedule and change tape according to process
- Store tapes in an appropriate âsafe placeâ or off-site
- Tape media should be replaced no less than once a year
- Tapes should be clearly marked
Virus protection
- Ensure virus protection software is operational and current on servers and workstations
- Discovered viruses should be reported to the departmental support person and/or Stevens Help Desk immediately