A systems administrator plays a crucial role in IT management by overseeing an organization’s computer systems and networks. Responsibilities include installing, configuring, and maintaining servers and workstations, ensuring system security, and implementing software updates. Systems administrators also troubleshoot hardware and software issues, optimize performance, and monitor system health. Their expertise helps ensure the availability and reliability of IT resources, enabling seamless operations within an organization. Additionally, they may provide technical support to users and manage data backups and recovery processes.