System Administrator

System Administrator – Siyapatha Finance PLC

Job Overview

Siyapatha Finance PLC is seeking an experienced System Administrator to manage and secure its enterprise IT infrastructure. This role is ideal for professionals with expertise in Active Directory, Identity and Access Management (IAM), enterprise email systems, privileged access management, and IT infrastructure operations. The successful candidate will be responsible for maintaining secure user access, ensuring compliance, and supporting critical business systems across the organization.

Job Category: IT & Software, Banking & Insurance, Private Jobs
Job Location: Colombo District, Sri Lanka

Position Details

Position: System Administrator

The System Administrator will oversee enterprise user management, administer Active Directory and enterprise email environments, enforce access control policies, support compliance initiatives, and collaborate with IT and Information Security teams to maintain a secure and efficient infrastructure.

Company Overview

Siyapatha Finance PLC is the largest subsidiary of Sampath Bank PLC and a licensed finance company regulated by the Central Bank of Sri Lanka under the Finance Business Act No. 42 of 2011. The company is committed to delivering innovative financial solutions while investing in advanced technology, cybersecurity, and professional talent to support its digital transformation.

Qualifications & Experience

• Minimum 5 years of experience in System Administration, Identity and Access Management (IAM), IT Infrastructure Operations, or a similar enterprise IT role.
• Proven experience in audit remediation, compliance reporting, and enterprise access management.
• Bachelor’s Degree in Information Technology, Computer Science, Management Information Systems (MIS), or an equivalent qualification.
• Professional certifications such as ITIL Foundation, MCSA, MCSE, PAM, or equivalent certifications will be an added advantage.
• Strong hands-on experience with Active Directory, enterprise email systems, and Privileged Access Management (PAM) platforms.
• Advanced Microsoft Excel skills for data mapping, reporting, and user profile management.
• Strong Microsoft Word documentation skills for compliance reporting and technical documentation.

Key Responsibilities

• Centralize and manage enterprise-wide user profiles across corporate applications, Active Directory, and enterprise email environments.
• Administer and enforce strict access controls for administrative and privileged accounts.
• Audit, analyze, and remove redundant or inactive user accounts across enterprise infrastructure.
• Prepare structured reports on user lifecycle activities, access logs, and compliance status for management review.
• Collaborate with technical teams, Information Security, and business units to implement secure access management practices.
• Identify and implement automation opportunities for user provisioning and de-provisioning processes.
• Maintain user account security and ensure compliance with organizational policies and regulatory standards.
• Support identity governance initiatives and access certification activities.
• Monitor and improve user account management processes across the enterprise environment.

Required Skills

• Active Directory Administration.
• Identity and Access Management (IAM).
• Privileged Access Management (PAM).
• Enterprise Email Administration.
• User Provisioning and De-provisioning.
• Access Control and Security Compliance.
• Audit Reporting and Documentation.
• Microsoft Excel (Advanced).
• Microsoft Word Documentation.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management abilities.
• Ability to work under tight audit and compliance deadlines.

Salary & Benefits

• Attractive remuneration package based on qualifications and experience.
• Opportunity to work with one of Sri Lanka’s leading finance companies.
• Exposure to enterprise-scale IT infrastructure and security operations.
• Professional training and certification opportunities.
• Collaborative and technology-driven working environment.
• Excellent long-term career growth prospects.

How to Apply

Interested candidates are invited to send their updated CV to the Human Resources Department.

Postal Address:
Chief Human Resources Officer
Siyapatha Finance PLC
111, Dudley Senanayake Mawatha
Colombo 08

Important Notes

• Job Location: Colombo District, Sri Lanka.
• Candidates should have substantial experience in enterprise system administration and identity management.
• Certifications such as ITIL, MCSA, MCSE, or PAM will be considered an added advantage.
• Experience with Active Directory, enterprise email platforms, and access governance is highly preferred.
• Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted for the recruitment process.