Job Description:
Responsible for the installation, configuration, maintenance, trouble shooting, and administration of all new and existing server systems including but not limited to firewalls, domain controllers, communications servers (email, mobile, phone, IM), database-backend/frontend servers, file servers, web servers, standalone product/service-specific servers, backup servers/appliances in both physical and virtualized environments, both on-site and at remote locations in a near 24x7 environment. Monitors utilization of servers and reports any failures/potential failures with server related hardware, software, or services. Implements best practices to ensure server systems security against unauthorized access from persons both inside and outside the company. Maintains proper documentation for server systems as well as emergency/disaster recovery plans. Assists PEC employees and IT support staff as needed.
Required Education / Preferred Education:
Bachelor's degree in related field / Advanced degree or higher in related field
Required Experience / Preferred Experience:
4 years in directly related experience / 5-10 years in directly related experience
Required Skills:
- Understanding of server hardware
- Understanding of Microsoft server/client operating systems
- Understanding of MacOS, Linux, iOS and Android operating Systems
- Understanding of backup/recovery technologies
- Understanding of Microsoft Active Directory services
- Understanding of email technologies and protocols (Exchange, SMTP, POP3, IMAP, ActiveSync)
- Understanding of basic networking concepts
- Understanding of virtualization technologies (Hyper-V, ESXi)
- Understanding of patching/updating/upgrading servers in a production environment
- Ability to troubleshoot server issues (by identifying and researching error codes in event logs)
- Candidate must be self-motivated and work with little or no supervision while staying on task
- Candidate must have the ability to multi-task while tracking/completing open issues
- Candidate must be able to work as part of a team
- Candidate must be able to express themselves in both written and verbal communication
Preferred Skills:
- Understanding of Microsoft Exchange, Sharepoint, WebApps, Project, SQL, Lync, IIS services
- Understanding of Microsoft Active Directory Group Policy
- Understanding of FTP services
- Understanding of multi-domain hosting
- Understanding of cloud technologies
- Understanding of SAN technologies (server-side)
- Understanding of scripted processes (such as PowerShell)
Location:
Syracuse, NY
Salary Range:
Based on experience
