Senior Systems Administrator

IMI Norgren; University Park (IL); Remote; USD 100,000 - 115,000; Full time

Job summary

IMI Norgren is seeking a Senior Server Administrator to join their technical team. This remote role focuses on overseeing Windows server environments and ensuring security and performance. Candidates should possess strong IT infrastructure expertise, particularly in virtualization and cloud solutions, to contribute effectively to the organization’s goals.

Benefits

Multiple health plans to choose from

401K plan with zero vesting and matching

14-week maternity leave at full pay

4-week paternity leave at full pay

Employee Resource Groups for community support

Career Development opportunities

Employer contribution for Health Savings Account

Mental health and wellness programs

Voluntary benefits including insurance options

Annual Employee Stock Purchase Plan

Qualifications

• Minimum of 5 years experience in IT administration.
• Extensive experience in cloud infrastructure migration.
• Strong knowledge of network infrastructure including TCP/IP.

Responsibilities

• Manage and maintain a large-scale Windows server environment.
• Implement security best practices for server infrastructure.
• Oversee backup infrastructure and ensure IT resilience.

Skills

Windows Server

Virtualization

Microsoft Active Directory

VMware

Nutanix

Networking

Security Management

Problem-Solving

Communication

Cloud Expertise

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Computer Science or related field

Tools

Nutanix

VMware

Microsoft Azure

Job description

IMI plc

We are a global specialist engineering company that creates breakthrough solutions. We are curious and like to solve problems, partnering with our customers to solve the demands of today and prepare for the challenges of tomorrow. We embrace innovation and care about outcomes that are good for business, everyday life and making a better world – creating lasting impact for everyone.

We design, build and service highly engineered products in fluid and motion control applications. We focus on five market sectors: Industrial Automation, Process Automation, Climate Control, Life Science, and Transport.

Our partnership approach breaks through problems and reduces complexity. We don’t invent in isolation – we collaborate with our customers. We listen closely and we think differently, creating space for diverse minds to innovate. We are working together to make businesses safer, more sustainable and more productive.

Role Overview:

IMI is seeking a highly skilled and experienced Senior Server Administrator to join our technical team. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in IT infrastructure, with a particular focus on Windows environments and virtualisation technologies. This position will report to the Global IT Infrastructure Director. This is a remote position with occasional travel (10%). Prefer candidates located in the Chicago area.

This role is critical to ensuring the availability, integrity, and security of our server infrastructure. The successful candidate will be part of a team responsible for managing and maintaining core infrastructure, performing system monitoring and maintenance and providing support to the business.

This is a regional role for the AMER region (Americas) but will also require liaison with other regions to ensure adherence to global standards and best practices.

Key Responsibilities:

• Oversight of Windows server environment: Management and oversight of a large-scale Windows server environment, ensuring optimal performance, reliability, and alignment with organisational goals.
• Security and vulnerability management: Spearhead initiatives to implement industry-leading best practices in security and vulnerability management, enhancing IT resilience and recovery capabilities.
• Technical Leadership in complex issue resolution: Serve as technical authority for the region, providing expert troubleshooting and remediation for complex technical issues involving Microsoft Active Directory, VMware ESX, and Nutanix AHV.
• Backup infrastructure management: Oversee the support and maintenance of core backup infrastructure, ensuring IT system resilience and driving the adoption of best practices in backup and recovery strategies.
• Hybrid infrastructure: Collaborate with and direct subject matter experts to design and deliver a high-quality hybrid infrastructure leveraging cloud-based services (SaaS, PaaS, and IaaS) on Microsoft platforms, exceeding business expectations.
• IP-Telephony: Providing support on cloud-based and on-prem IP telephony infrastructure and participating in the migration process to Microsoft Teams Phone.
• Service Level Agreements: Ensure the delivery of responsive support to maintain and exceed business-driven Service Level Agreements for critical infrastructure and services.
• Policy and procedure development: Own the development and continuous improvement of standard operating procedures and policy documentation, ensuring adherence to industry standards and best practices.

Work Environment:

• Collaborative Team: You will be part of a dynamic and collaborative IT team that values open communication and teamwork. We encourage knowledge sharing and continuous learning to keep up with the latest technologies and best practices.
• Modern Infrastructure: Our IT infrastructure is built on the latest technologies including Nutanix, cloud platforms and software defined networking technologies, providing you with the opportunity to work with such systems. We prioritise maintaining a robust and secure environment to support our business operations.
• Professional Development: We support and invest in the professional growth of our employees. You will have access to training programs, certifications, and opportunities to attend industry conferences to enhance your skills and knowledge.
• Flexible Work Arrangements: We understand the importance of work-life balance and offer flexible work arrangements, including remote work options and flexible hours, to accommodate your personal and professional needs.
• Supportive Culture: Our organisation fosters a supportive and inclusive culture where every team member's contributions are valued. We believe in recognising and rewarding hard work and dedication.
  

Critical Competencies for Success

• Infrastructure: Minimum of 5 years of experience in IT administration (preferably wthin a large environment), giving an in-depth understanding of Windows Server operating systems and virtualisation platforms such as Nutnaix, VMware and/or Hyper-V. Experience of SAN/NAS systems would also be beneficial)
• Cloud expertise: Extensive experience in moving workloads to and from a cloud infrastructure (preferably MS-Azure)and supporting/troubleshooting the migration process
• Networking working knowledge: Strong knowledge of network infrastructure, including DNS, DHCP, and TCP/IP
• Problem-Solving: Strong analytical skills to troubleshoot and resolve complex cloud-related issues.
• Communication: Strong communication skills and the ability to work effectively with staff at all levels of the organisation
• Security: Experience with security monitoring and compliance standards
• Prioritisation: Ability to manage multiple tasks and competing priorities in a fast-paced environment
• Customer Focus: Understanding and addressing the needs of internal and external stakeholders to deliver high-quality solutions
  

Pay range: $100,000 - $115,000

Within this range, individual pay is determined based on skills, experience, and qualifications relative to the job requirements. Base pay information is aligned with market location and may be subject to prevailing wage laws, if applicable.

What IMI Can Offer You

At IMI, one of our top priorities is to create an inclusive culture of health. We strive to remove barriers to care (whether that be physical or financial) and in doing so, we offer choice for all your health and wellbeing needs.

See below for a general overview of our amazing perks and benefits:

• Multiple health plans to choose from: HMO, PPO, and High Deductible Health Plans with a low-cost share
• Best-in-class 401K plan with zero vesting and up to 6% contribution matching
• 14-week maternity leave at full pay (Adoption benefits are equivalent)
• 4-week paternity leave at full pay (Adoption benefits are equivalent)
• Employee Resource Groups that offer community and support, like our Pride Network and Network of Women groups
• PTO, encompassing inclusive holidays
• Career Development opportunities (IMI’s ‘Catalyst’ Program)
• Employer contribution for Health Savings Account, and in many cases free virtual telemedicine, and teletherapy.
• Mental Health and wellness programs to support you and your family
• Full suite of voluntary benefits to tap into, including but not limited to: Critical illness insurance, hospital indemnity, legal insurance, identity theft protection, and pet insurance or home & auto insurance through our discount advantage platform
• Short & long-term disability as well as basic life insurance at 2x your basic salary at no cost to the employee
• Free financial advisors, webinars, and classes through Charles Schwab
• Annual Employee Stock Purchase Plan with option to purchase IMI shares at a reduced employee only price - no opportunity to lose, only to profit or refund your investment 100%

**Benefits plans change year over year, but we have guiding principles in place to ensure our employees have the tools and resources available to stay connected and up to date**

Health & Safety

The physical demands described within the Key Duties & Responsibilities section of this job description are required to perform the essential functions of this position. Reasonable accommodations may be made for individuals with disabilities. Please contact your local HR representative to discuss the specific Work Conditions and Physical Requirements of this role.

Health, Safety, and Environmental Duties – At IMI we are all personally committed to protecting our people, minimizing our impact to the environment, the communities we operate in and our company. All members of our workforce have the duty to ensure the health, safety and welfare of themselves, others, and the environment. Every employee is expected to follow all HSE operating procedures, also to challenge any observed behaviors or unsafe acts.

Code of Ethics

IMI requires the highest standard of ethics in all business dealings, particularly with customers, suppliers, advisors, employees, and the authorities. In accordance with the IMI Way: Our Code of Responsible Business.

Changes to This Job Description

IMI may amend this job description in whole or part at any time.

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IMI is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified applicants will be considered without regard to age, race, creed, color, national origin, ancestry, marital status, affectional or sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, disability, nationality, sex, or veteran status.