System Administrator at The Computer Merchant, LTD.

Saint Petersburg, FL 33716

About the Job

JOB TITLE: System Administrator
JOB LOCATION: St. Petersburgh, FL (Hybrid)
WAGE RANGE*: $70-85/hr.
JOB NUMBER: 24-01181

REQUIRED EXPERIENCE:

7+ years Enterprise level experience with Active Directory Administration
Experienced with 5000 plus users

JOB DESCRIPTION

Senior System Administrator

Responsibilities:

Design, implement, and manage overall administration of large enterprise Microsoft Active Directory Systems in 5,000 plus size environment
Oversee Microsoft operating systems, Microsoft server technologies, VMware infrastructure, and end-user software, ensuring adherence to industry best practices.
Ensure the integrity and security of enterprise data on host computers, multiple MSSQL databases, and during data transfer, in compliance with privacy, security, and regulatory standards.
Recommend, schedule, and perform software and hardware improvements, upgrades, patches, reconfigurations, and purchases in alignment with SDLC methodologies.
Collaborate with vendors to develop implementation plans for new systems and applications, define custom scripts, test procedures, and coordinate project directions and schedules to optimize customer impact.
Analyze system, server, application, network, and input/output device performance.
Lead problem-solving efforts involving internal and external stakeholders, including vendors, and provide troubleshooting support as needed.
Provide third-level technical support for system-related issues in collaboration with other IT professionals and users.
Perform and test routine system backups and restores using Veritas Backup Exec and Veeam. Develop and implement procedures, programs, and documentation for backup and restoration of host operating systems, host-based applications, backup tape retention, and off-site storage.
Provide on-the-job guidance and technical advice to lower-level system administrators in resolving day-to-day operational issues and complex system issues.
Create required reports in response to business user needs.
Establish and maintain documentation and standards.
Understand and maintain service management strategies that align with the Information Technology Infrastructure Library (ITIL) framework.
Coordinate with project teams to provide technical guidance to project managers and system designers. Assist in developing project plans and implementations.
Perform other duties as assigned.

Qualifications:

Post-secondary education in information systems or an equivalent combination of education, training, and relevant experience. Certifications in MCSE/MCSA, VCP, or VCA are a plus.
At least 10 years of experience in a senior technical position responsible for managing server environments.
Strong experience with Cloud technologies and solutions (Microsoft Azure, Microsoft Intune, Office 365).
Proficiency in Windows Server platforms and strong working knowledge of Microsoft SQL relational databases.
Advanced Active Directory and Group Policy administration in multi-domain environments.
Extensive experience with Microsoft Windows Server, including Active Directory, DNS, DHCP, IIS, SCCM, MS Exchange, MS Lync 2013, Citrix.
Familiarity with Cisco networking equipment and network skills, including VLAN, layer 2 & 3 routing architecture, and firewalls.
Strong knowledge of virtualized environments: VMware vSphere.
Experience with data management and administration of Enterprise Level SAN.
Proficiency in scripting languages such as PowerShell and Bash.
Experience with hardware platforms: Client, MobileIron, Proofpoint, F5, NetScaler.
Knowledge of applicable data privacy practices and laws.
Ability to conduct research into hardware and software issues and products as required.
Ability to present ideas and solutions in user-friendly language.
Highly self-motivated and directed with keen attention to detail.
Skilled at working within a team-oriented, collaborative environment.
Experience documenting and maintaining configuration and process information.
Good understanding of the organization's goals and objectives.

Equal Opportunity Employer Veterans/Disabled

* While an hourly range is posted for this position, an eventual hourly rate is determined by a comprehensive salary analysis which considers multiple factors including but not limited to: job-related knowledge, skills and qualifications, education and experience as compared to others in the organization doing substantially similar work, if applicable, and market and business considerations. Benefits offered include medical, dental and vision benefits; dependent care flexible spending account; 401(k) plan; voluntary life/short term disability/whole life/term life/accident and critical illness coverage; employee assistance program; sick leave in accordance with regulation. Benefits may be subject to generally applicable eligibility, waiting period, contribution, and other requirements and conditions.