
Trainee Associate Systems Engineer
Zone24x7
Colombo, Sri Lanka
Posted
Mar 30, 2026
Job Type
Full-Time
Work Mode
On-site
Salary
Salary negotiable
Job Description
We are seeking a motivated Trainee Associate Systems Engineer to support on-premise and cloud infrastructure, systems administration, and IT operations.
This role provides hands-on experience in maintaining systems, troubleshooting technical issues, and assisting with infrastructure-related tasks while working alongside experienced engineers.
Internship Duration
1 year
Key Responsibilities
- Assist in maintaining and monitoring application servers, networks, and on-premise and cloud IT infrastructure
- Support system installation, configuration, and updates
- Troubleshoot hardware, software, and network issues
- Assist with system monitoring, logging, and performance checks
- Support user account management and access control
- Participate in system documentation and knowledge base updates
- Assist with backup, recovery, and security-related tasks
- Work with senior engineers to support infrastructure improvements (cloud and on-premise)
- Adhere to corporate guidelines defined in the associate handbook
Required Qualifications
- Strong understanding of operating systems:
- Linux
- Windows
- Fundamental knowledge of networking:
- TCP/IP
- DNS
- DHCP
- Familiarity with system administration concepts
- Understanding of virtualization technologies and tools
- Scripting knowledge:
- Python
- Bash
- PowerShell
- Basic understanding of cloud platforms:
- AWS
- Azure
- Basic understanding of:
- Application containerization
- Container orchestration platforms
- Strong problem-solving and analytical skills
- Good communication and teamwork skills
Why Join?
Gain practical experience in IT infrastructure, cloud technologies, and systems engineering while working with experienced professionals in a real-world environment.