Systems Administrator Jr

• Work daily within systems such as Servers, Switches, and Databases.
• Prepare reports in requested format within requested time frames
• Perform database data manipulation and extraction using MySQL to support business intelligence needs and custom reporting requests.
• Develop ad-hoc automation scripts (PowerShell, Bash, Batch) to streamline repetitive administrative tasks, automate user provisioning, and optimize system workflows.
• Monitor core network infrastructure daily, ensuring optimal connectivity through the configuration of switches, access points, and DHCP protocols.
• Administer enterprise infrastructure by assisting with Active Directory management, provisioning user accounts and access permissions, and maintaining server operating systems (Windows/Linux) to ensure high availability and security.
• Daily ticket management upon assigned duties
• Provide detailed technical documentation of developed processes and systems to ensure ease of or enhancement of the systems by co-workers
• Collaboration with teams when necessary to deliver projects and data
• Work effectively in a diverse community and meet the needs of diverse student populations
• Conduct research into administrative system issues and products as required
• Present ideas in user-friendly language
• Demonstrate highly self-motivated and directed actions, with keen attention to detail
• Demonstrate a sense of creativity, helpful for developing new processes
• Demonstrate analytical and problem-solving abilities
• Demonstrate strong customer service orientation skills
• Work in a team-oriented, collaborative environment
• Develop and/or assist with the advancement of policies and procedures and recommend changes to effectively meet the goals and requirements of the department
• Maintain knowledge of assigned department and give updates to management on services, operations, and projects
• Participating in meetings to ensure department goals are in line with agency or technical college goals
• Travel (minimal) for state meetings, trainings, professional development, and system upgrades as necessary
• Conduct regular evaluation of services provided and adjust as needed
• Stay up to date with policies, procedures, and state or federal laws that may impact department initiatives
• Maintain excellent working relationships with, and serve as a liaison to, internal and external customers
• Perform other duties as assigned., **Employment is contingent based upon successful completion of appropriate background checks.

Equal opportunity and decisions based on merit are fundamental values of the Technical College System of Georgia (TCSG). The TCSG State Board prohibits discrimination on the basis of an individual’s age, color, disability, genetic information, national origin, race, religion, sex, or veteran status (“protected status”). No individual shall be excluded from participation in, denied the benefits of, or otherwise subjected to unlawful discrimination, harassment, or retaliation under, any TCSG program or activity because of the individual’s protected status; nor shall any individual be given preferential treatment because of the individual’s protected status, except the preferential treatment may be given on the basis of veteran status when appropriate under federal or state law.

Athens Technical College is an equal opportunity employer. All employment processes and decisions, including but not limited to hiring, promotion, and tenure shall be free of ideological tests, affirmations, and oaths, including diversity statements. The basis and determining factor for such decisions should be that the individual possesses the requisite knowledge, skills, and abilities associated with the role, and is believed to have the ability to successfully perform the essential functions, responsibilities, and duties associated with the position for which the person is being considered. At the core of any such decision is ensuring the institution’s ability to achieve its mission and strategic priorities in support of student success.

The following individuals have been designated to coordinate the college’s implementation of nondiscrimination policies: Susan Fyffe, Director of Student Support Services, Section 504 and the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) Coordinator, Office K-614A, , ; Courtney Mattox, Director of Human Resources; Title VI, Title VII, Title IX Coordinator (Employees), Office K-514, , ; and Susan Fyffe, Vice President of Student Affairs, Title IX (Students) Office H-774, , , 800 U.S. Highway 29 North, Athens, GA 30601.

• High School Diploma and Certifications in related field(s)., * Associate’s degree or Higher and Certifications in related field(s)
• Three (3) years of full-time work experience installing and maintaining infrastructure hardware and software such as Servers, Networks, Computers, and Databases.
• Industry certification(s) in fields such as MCSE, CCNA
• Database Management Experience such as but not limited to MySQL
• Scripting: Strong experience with PowerShell scripting and Python. Ability to write a basic script from scratch on demand.
• Cisco Networking Experience;
• Comfortability with Cisco IOS/IOS XE/NX-OS CLI
• Experience with Cisco Coud platoforms (Meraki, Intersight, etc.)
• Linux experience, including CLI
• Virtualization proficiency (Experience in Nutanix and Vmware a plus)
• Management of data center infrastructure such as rack/blade servers, network switches (Cisco experience a plus), and SANs.
• Experience in application deployment, compliance, software updates, etc. (Intune, PDQ, SCCM, etc)
• Experience in Active Directory, EntraID, M365, and Cloud Compute platforms (Experience in a plus: Azure and AWS), High School diploma or GED and one (1) year of work related experience

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