Fundamentals of Systems Administration
Overview
Fundamentals of Systems Administration builds the skills IT teams need to run reliable systems, protect information and support the business with confidence. It is designed for participants who are new to the subject or want a solid, structured foundation.
What you will be able to do
- Explain the key concepts, terminology and standards of Systems Administration.
- Describe operations, monitoring and incident handling.
- Carry out routine tasks related to cloud and hybrid environments safely and correctly.
- Recognise early warning signs in governance, risk and compliance and escalate them.
- Use checklists and simple tools to support daily work.
Who should attend
- Staff new to the subject or moving into the role
- IT managers and engineers
- Security analysts and architects
- Network and systems administrators
- Risk, audit and compliance staff
Daily outline
- Day 1Introduction to Systems Administration: concepts, terminology and standards
- Day 2Operations, monitoring and incident handling
- Day 3Cloud and hybrid environments
- Day 4Governance, risk and compliance
- Day 5Practical exercises, review and assessment
Sessions 2027–2030
| Dates | City | Fee | Register |
|---|---|---|---|
| 8–12 February 2027 | WEB Online | $2,500 | Register |
| 10–14 May 2027 | LONLondon | $4,500 | Register |
| 28 November – 2 December 2027 | DOHDoha | $4,500 | Register |
| 5–9 March 2028 | CAICairo | $4,500 | Register |
| 26–30 June 2028 | WEB Online | $2,500 | Register |
| 25–29 September 2028 | MADMadrid | $4,500 | Register |
| 12–16 March 2029 | LONLondon | $4,500 | Register |
| 4–8 June 2029 | WEB Online | $2,500 | Register |
| 16–20 September 2029 | RUHRiyadh | $4,500 | Register |
| 25–29 March 2030 | WEB Online | $2,500 | Register |
| 17–21 June 2030 | DXBDubai | $4,500 | Register |
| 1–5 December 2030 | MCTMuscat | $4,500 | Register |
The Systems Administration series
Frequently asked questions
How much does Fundamentals of Systems Administration cost?
The fee is US$2,500 per participant online or US$4,500 in the classroom for 5 days.
Where and when is the course held?
Sessions run from 2027 to 2030 in London, Doha, Cairo, Madrid, Riyadh, Dubai and Muscat, and live online. See the session table above for exact dates.
What certificate will I receive?
Participants who complete the course receive an SGT certificate of completion showing the training hours.
In which language is the course delivered?
Sessions are delivered in English or Arabic. Tell us your preferred language when you register.
Can SGT deliver this course in-house?
Yes. For groups we deliver the course at your premises in any city, with content adapted to your equipment and procedures.
How do I register?
Send the course name, city and dates on WhatsApp to +20 106 597 6553. We reply with booking confirmation and registration steps.