What experience do you have in managing and administering systems?
What qualifications do you hold in system engineering or a related field?
How familiar are you with industry best practices for system design, deployment and management?
What tools and technologies do you use to manage systems effectively?
How well do you understand the business requirements that drive the need for specific system features and capabilities?
Have you ever encountered a problem with a system that couldn't be resolved using traditional methods? If so, how did you go about finding a solution?
What steps do you take to prevent problems from occurring in the first place?
When designing or improving systems, what factors do you consider most important: cost, performance, scalability, security, etc.?
Have you ever had to deal with a difficult customer or user issue relating to the operation of a system under your control? If so, how did you handle it?
Are there any areas of system administration or engineering that you don't feel confident in? If so, what steps have you taken to improve your knowledge in those areas?
