Senior System Administrator Full Time NEW

Role 

The Senior Systems admin role is to ensure the stability, integrity, and efficient operation of the in-house information systems that support core organizational functions. This achieved by monitoring, maintaining, supporting, and optimizing all networked software and associated operating systems. The Senior Systems Engineer will apply proven communication, analytical, and problem-solving skills to help identify, communicate, and resolve issues in order tomaximize the benefit of IT systems investments. This individual will also mentor and provide guidance to the Systems Engineer staff. 

Job Duties and Responsibilities 

• Leads the day-to-day operational support for server, storage or network infrastructures. 
• Builds, patches, tests (check for compatibility issues, conducts QA) and deployscomplex systems and platforms meeting clients’ needs and specifications. 
• Leads in planning and implementing changes to infrastructure with the goal of enhancing performance. 
• Performs complex storage and server data backup, data migration and disaster recovery operations. 
• Performs complex software and operating system upgrades and track system licensing. 
• Configures security settings or access permissions for groups and individuals. 
• Provides technical support to customer by troubleshooting problems related to network or platform performance. 
• Documents complex procedures and troubleshooting procedures related to systems/networks software and hardware. 
• Leads the configuration and maintenance of office and/or production software, adjunct support and/or utility software, i.e. Virus malware protection, office application suitesand/or application software. 
• Works with Business Applications, vendors, consultants, contractors, and IT personnel from other City Bureaus, Divisions, and Departments. 
• Experience creating automated scripts and software preferred 
• Bachelor’s Degree in Information Technology, Computer Engineering or related field required (Master’s preferred) 
• 5+ years’ experience in system engineering and IT support required 

Mandatory Skills vs. Nice to have: 

• Mandatory 
• Virtualization Administrator 
• Windows Server Administrator 
• Active Directory / Domain controller Administrator 
• Exchange/Email/DNS Administrator 
• High availability solution administrator (cluster administrator) 
• Scripting and Automation 
• Disaster Recovery Administrator 
• Ability to learn new skill and technologies as required 
• Intermediate data center networking knowledge 
• Multi-system hardware and software troubleshooting 
• Excellent Customer Service Skills 
• Nice to Have: 
• Backup Administrator 
• Data Domain storage Administrator 
• Certifications: 
• Microsoft Certified Solutions Expert (MCSE)  
• Microsoft Certified Professional (MCP)