IT Systems Administrator

We are seeking a dynamic and highly skilled IT Systems Administrator to lead the management, optimization, and security of our organization’s IT infrastructure. This role offers an exciting opportunity to work with cutting-edge technologies, ensuring the stability, performance, and scalability of our systems. As a key player in our IT team, you will be responsible for designing robust system architectures, implementing innovative solutions, and providing expert support across diverse platforms. Your expertise will directly impact our operational efficiency and technological growth., * Operate and Maintain Datacenter Environment for the purpose of providing highly reliable private cloud for enterprise and Service Provider applications. Tasks may include the maintenance of and continued development of the virtualization environment; software backup solutions and infrastructure; monitor and respond accordingly to storage needs; maintain a diverse server environment including various versions of Windows Server and Linux Server distributions and stay current in trends of new technology available to enhance our virtualization environment.

• Maintain Corporate Network Infrastructure for the purpose of providing highly reliable connectivity of corporate resources to employees. Tasks may include router, switch, firewall, and wireless network configuration, maintenance, and documentation, across a multi-state enterprise network.
• Build, implement and maintain applications for the purpose of providing efficient tools and quality services to corporate users and customers. Tasks may include building, maintaining, and monitoring Service Provider applications such as customer email, DHCP, DNS, and Radius, among other public facing services; maintain and innovate existing corporate services such as network and infrastructure monitoring, communication systems, and enterprise information technology services.
• Provide I.T. support and training for the purpose of timely and professional resolution of both internal and external customer troubles. Tasks may include responding to Service Provider and Enterprise trouble tickets and service orders; creating and maintaining documentation outlining troubleshooting steps and procedures; training employees in various I.T. technologies and procedures that adhere to our best practices.
• Implement and maintain corporate security for the purpose of protecting enterprise resources and property and to protect integrity of employee user accounts. Tasks may include performing regular security and software updates on all systems; administration of remote access systems and firewalls; resolving issues uncovered after vulnerability scan has been performed by IT Security Personnel; and maintain door access system and software.
• Research and develop technologies for the purpose of creating an environment of continual improvement and innovation. Tasks may include monitoring industry trends for emerging technologies; research and lab new solutions including but not limited to virtualization, storage, security, and automation; Work in conjunction with other departments to deploy new applications that help them improve their processes.

• Proven experience in system administration across Windows Server (including Windows Server administration), Linux/Unix environments, and virtualization platforms.
• Strong knowledge of operating systems (Windows, Linux), system architecture design, and system tuning techniques.
• Familiarity with cloud services such as Azure.
• Expertise in network management including DNS, DHCP, VPNs, firewalls (including firewall configuration), load balancing solutions, and computer networking fundamentals.
• Knowledge of databases.
• Understanding of information security principles; experience managing firewalls and implementing security best practices is essential.
• Ability to troubleshoot complex technical issues related to system performance tuning and system troubleshooting across diverse platforms.
• Relevant certifications such as Cisco CCNA, Microsoft Certified: Azure Administrator Associate.

Pulled from the full job description

• Professional development assistance
• Tuition reimbursement
• 401(k)
• Health insurance
• Retirement plan
• 401(k) matching
• Paid time off, * 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Employee discount
• Flexible schedule
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Professional development assistance
• Relocation assistance
• Retirement plan
• Tuition reimbursement
• Vision insurance