Web Administrators
Description : Manage web environment design, deployment, development and maintenance activities. Perform testing and quality assurance of web sites and web applications.
JobTitles : Corporate Webmaster, Information Technology Manager (IT Manager), Web Site Manager
Tasks:
- Back up or modify applications and related data to provide for disaster recovery.
- Determine sources of web page or server problems, and take action to correct such problems.
- Review or update web page content or links in a timely manner, using appropriate tools.
- Monitor systems for intrusions or denial of service attacks, and report security breaches to appropriate personnel.
- Implement web site security measures, such as firewalls or message encryption.
- Administer internet/intranet infrastructure, including components such as web, file transfer protocol (FTP), news and mail servers.
- Collaborate with development teams to discuss, analyze, or resolve usability issues.
- Test backup or recovery plans regularly and resolve any problems.
- Monitor web developments through continuing education, reading, or participation in professional conferences, workshops, or groups.
- Implement updates, upgrades, and patches in a timely manner to limit loss of service.