Senior Server Administrator
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Job description
The main function of a Senior Server Administrator is to be responsible for system administration of core systems, as well as monitoring and repair of high-performance computing systems. Ensure consistent and reliable operation, including enterprise servers and network infrastructure. This position requires US Citizenship and is remote within the US.
Principal Accountabilities:
- Server Administration: Build, configure, and support Windows servers.
- Virtualization: Manage and support virtualization platforms - VMware.
- Active Directory Management: Maintain and troubleshoot Active Directory environments.
- Implement and maintain security controls. Vulnerability remediation of servers, storage, hypervisor environments, and infrastructure applications and systems.
- Perform daily system monitoring, verifying the integrity and availability of all hardware, server resources, network disruption awareness, and predefined key processes.
- Work closely with developers, other system administrators, services desk, and business analysts to support business critical applications.
- File share support and management.
- Document and maintain processes, procedures, and system diagrams.
Requirements
- Excellent knowledge of SAN solutions / primarily NetApp / configure and maintain.
- Excellent knowledge of hosting platforms / Cisco USC.
- Expertise in Windows Server installation, configuration, administration, maintenance, and optimization.
- Experience in migrations for data and infrastructure.
- Good understanding of networking concepts (e.g., TCP/IP, DNS, VLANs).
- Good understanding of Activity directory on a GPO level.
- Good understanding of Clusters / HA / Replication / Distributed Switches / vCenter upgrades & host patching.
- Proficient in completing daily assignments and project activities with great attention to detail and a high degree of accuracy.
- Excellent analytical and critical thinking skills, good judgment, and an ability to act decisively.
- Ability to travel as needed for work or continuing education - 1-2 times a year average., * Bachelor's degree in IT, Computer Information Systems, or related field.
- 5 years of experience in server/ systems administration in a production environment.
- Understanding and experience of cloud-based computing (Azure, etc.) is a plus.
- Experience with NetApp, VMware, and Commvault a plus.
- US Citizenship is required.
Benefits & conditions
Our health and welfare benefits are designed to support you and your priorities. Offerings include:
- Health, dental, and vision insurance
- Paid time off and holidays
- Retirement benefits (including 401(k) matching)
- Educational reimbursement
- Parental leave
- Employee stock purchase plan
- Tax-saving options
- Disability and life insurance
- Pet insurance
Note: Benefits may vary based on employment type, location, and applicable agreements. Positions governed by a Collective Bargaining Agreement (CBA), the McNamara-O'Hara Service Contract Act (SCA), or other employment contracts may include different provisions/benefits.