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POSITION:
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SYSTEM ADMINISTRATOR
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CLASSIFICATION:
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ITS
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GRADE LEVEL:
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ITS GRADE 3
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SCOPE OF RESPONSIBILITY
We are seeking a highly skilled and motivated System Administrator to join our team. This position requires a strong technical background in system administration, with a focus on network management, server administration, and virtualization. The ideal candidate will have at least an associate’s degree in a relevant field or 3 years of relevant experience, with preferred expertise in Network Administration, Microsoft Server environments (2016-2022), VMWare vSphere, Microsoft 365, Active Directory, Group Policy Objects (GPO), Database Administration, Storage Area Networks (SAN), and Zerto disaster recovery solutions.
SUPERVISION BY: MANAGER OF TECHNICAL SERVICES
PRINCIPAL RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Administer and maintain servers, networks, and storage systems in a multi-site environment, ensuring high availability, security, and performance.
- Manage and support Microsoft Server 2016-2022 installations, configurations, and troubleshooting.
- Administer and maintain Microsoft 365, ensuring seamless access, security, and collaboration across the organization.
- Configure, monitor, and support VMWare vSphere for virtual machine management and resource optimization.
- Manage Active Directory, including user accounts, group policies, and permissions.
- Implement, manage, and troubleshoot Group Policy Objects (GPO) to enforce security settings and policies across the network.
- Assist in database administration tasks, including installation, performance tuning, and troubleshooting.
- Oversee and manage Storage Area Network (SAN) systems to ensure data integrity and accessibility.
- Ensure business continuity and disaster recovery plans by supporting Zerto or similar backup and replication technologies.
- Perform regular system backups, updates, and patches to ensure systems are up-to-date and secure.
- Provide technical support to users and other IT staff, troubleshooting hardware, software, and network issues.
- Monitor system performance and resolve any issues that may arise, recommending improvements where necessary.
- Participate in the planning and implementation of network and system upgrades or new technologies.
QUALIFICATIONS:
- Required: Associate’s degree in computer science, Information Technology, or a related field; OR 3+ years of relevant experience in system administration or a related field.
- Preferred: Experience with Network Administration, Microsoft Server 2016-2022, VMWare vSphere, Microsoft 365, Active Directory, Group Policy Objects (GPO), Database Administration, SAN management, and Zerto disaster recovery solutions.
- Proficiency in Windows Server OS, Active Directory, and networking protocols.
- Hands-on experience with VMware vSphere, creating, deploying, and managing virtual machines.
- Solid understanding of network architecture and troubleshooting (including DNS, DHCP, VPN, and TCP/IP).
- Strong experience with backup and recovery technologies, preferably Zerto.
- Familiarity with database administration (SQL, MySQL, etc.) and SAN solutions.
- Strong problem-solving skills and ability to work independently and in a team environment.
- Excellent communication skills and the ability to interact with both technical and non-technical users.
EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE:
Required Skills and/or Experience.
- An associate degree (2-years) in a technical field including computer systems and network Bachelors Preferred.
- IT experience within a Transportation/Manufacturing preferred
- Microsoft Certified: Azure Administrator Associate or Microsoft Certified Solutions Expert (MCSE).
- VMware Certified Professional (VCP).
- CompTIA Network+ or similar network certifications.
- CompTIA Security+ or similar certification
PHYSICAL DEMANDS:
The physical demands described here are representative of those met by an employee successfully performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations considered to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions:
- This employee is occasionally required to sit, climb or balance as well as stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl.
- The employee must frequently lift and/or move up to 10 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds.
- Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and ability to adjust focus.
WORK ENVIRONMENT:
This job operates in a professional office environment. This role routinely uses standard office equipment such as computers, phones, photocopiers, filing cabinets and fax machines.
Salary:
- Salary based on experience.
This job description does not constitute an employment agreement between the employer and employee and is subject to change by the employer as the needs of the employer and requirements of the job change.
