Overview
The Goltz Group, located in Lincoln Park in Chicago, includes Jayson Home, Artists’ Frame Service, Chicago Art Source, and Bella Moulding. After more than 37 years, our current System Administrator is retiring next year, and we are seeking someone to take over his role.
As our System Administrator, you will assist with a mix of modernization projects, systems and network administration, and break-fix and end-user support. You will have the help of a hands-on CTO and our network and infrastructure consultancy. We are considering candidates with varying levels of skills and experience.
This is an opportunity for someone who enjoys building and optimizing systems and who wants to have an instrumental role in laying the groundwork of our future IT environment. Our philosophy is to hire the right people, give them the support they need, and allow them to “own their job”.
Responsibilities
We will adjust responsibilities based on your skills, experience, and input.
- Assist with the installation, configuration, maintenance, monitoring, and troubleshooting of server and user hardware and software.
- Maintain Active Directory, DNS, DHCP, and Group Policy.
- Manage company email and various Microsoft services.
- Create and maintain documentation of IT systems, processes, and procedures.
- Provide technical support, guidance, and training to users.
- Monitor network equipment, firewalls, and internet connectivity.
- Setup and configure user accounts, permissions, and remote access.
- Maintain and ensure the effectiveness of backup and disaster recovery solutions.
Requirements
Education and Experience
- Bachelor’s degree with an emphasis in Computer Science, Information Technology, Information Systems, other related fields, or significant on-the-job work experience.
- Minimum of three years of experience in IT administration and support roles.
Technical Skills & Knowledge
- Windows administration: Windows 10 & 11, Server 2022, Active Directory, Azure, Group Policy, file storage, print services, and Office 365.
- IT infrastructure: servers, workstations, firewalls, and switches.
- Network protocols and software: TCP/IP, DNS, DHCP, VPN, Wi-Fi, remote access, and terminal services.
- RMM software, patching tools, and a device management system such as Intune.
- Maintaining accurate records of maintenance, inventory, and security measures.
- Printer fleet management: acquisition, monitoring, and maintenance.
- Server virtualization technologies (VMware).
- Backup and disaster recovery solutions (Veeam).
Not Necessary but Valuable
- Professional certifications, whether Windows Server, VMware, CompTIA A+, CompTIA Network+, CompTIA Security+, CCNA, or ITIL v4.
- Experience with any of the following: Google Workspace, Synology products, Ubiquiti UniFi, FortiGate firewalls, PDQ, or Microsoft Defender for Endpoints.
- Knowledge of scripting/tools such as PowerShell.
- Experience managing Apple machines.
- Knowledge of cybersecurity best practices, including endpoint security, vulnerability management, and SIEM, EDR, and MDR solutions.
Physical
- Ability to lift up to 30 pounds in order to position equipment.
Benefits
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- Dental insurance
- Employee assistance program
- Employee discount
- Flexible spending account
- Health insurance
- Health savings account
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Retirement plan
- Vision insurance
