About Fortytwo
Founded in Sweden and headquartered in Malta, at Fortytwo, we are a multicultural team of professionals, and we pride ourselves on being innovative, and robust. We are a global communication technology solutions provider specializing in international mobile messaging solutions and services through its proprietary infrastructure, systems, and platforms. With a global messaging connectivity network that reaches more than five (5), billion subscribers, worldwide, Fortytwo is a leader in this dynamic messaging interoperability industry.
The Opportunity
We are looking for a detail-oriented system administrator to manage, maintain and optimize user IT infrastructure. The ideal candidate will ensure user systems reliability, security and performance while also providing technical support to internal teams.This role requires strong troubleshooting skills, proactive monitoring and a commitment to continuous improvement.
Your Responsibilities
We are exploring ways to grow our team and in taking ownership of this role, your main areas of responsibility will be:
Install, configure, and maintain user laptops and computer systems
Manage Windows and/or Linux server environments (e.g., Microsoft Windows Server, Red Hat Enterprise Linux, Ubuntu Server)
Monitor system performance and ensure high availability
Implement and maintain backup and disaster recovery solutions
Configure and maintain network services (DNS, DHCP, VPN)
Ensure system security, patch management, and compliance
Manage identity and access controls (e.g., Active Directory)
Troubleshoot hardware, software, and network issues
Maintain documentation of systems, processes, and procedures
Collaborate with IT teams on infrastructure projects and upgrades
Your skillset
Bachelor’s degree in Information Technology, Computer Science, or related field (or equivalent experience)
2–5+ years of experience in system administration
Strong knowledge of Windows and/or Linux operating systems
Understanding of networking fundamentals (TCP/IP, firewalls, routing)
Experience with scripting (PowerShell, Bash, Python)
Familiarity with backup solutions and disaster recovery planning
Nice to have:
Industry certifications (e.g., CompTIA Security+, Microsoft Certified: Azure Administrator, Red Hat Certified System Administrator)
Experience with monitoring tools and automation
Knowledge of cybersecurity best practices
Experience supporting hybrid or multi-cloud environments
The Benefits
We believe that our employees are our greatest asset. Joining Fortytwo means becoming part of an ambitious team that fosters collaboration, embraces diversity and operates with a strong sense of unity. You will be working side by side with some of the greatest talent in the industry. In addition to offering competitive salaries, all our employees are provided with:
Hybrid working
Career progression
Health Insurance
Life Insurance
Discounts on other insurance policies
Corporate discounts app
Employee wellness allowance
Weekly lunches, fresh fruit and snacks
Team building activities and events
Casual dress code