Server Administrator

Bluestone Software; Hoffman Estates (IL); On-site; USD 80,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Bluestone Software seeks a skilled Server Administrator to join a leading global Manufacturer. The role involves overseeing the installation and maintenance of Windows Server OS, with a focus on troubleshooting and server management. Ideal candidates will have substantial experience in technical support and proficiency with Windows Server technologies.

Qualifications

• 5+ years' experience in a technical support position in a large client/server environment.
• Enterprise experience with Windows Server Platform: 2003 and 2008.
• Expert level proficiency with MS Windows 2003, 2008, Group Policy, and Active Directory.

Responsibilities

• Install, configure, and maintain Windows Server operating systems and related software.
• Analyze and resolve problems associated with server hardware/software and applications.
• Develop, test, implement, and maintain Windows Server and desktop images for deployment.

Skills

Technical Support

Windows Server

Active Directory

Group Policy

Virtualization Technologies

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Management Information Systems, or Computer Science

Job description

Work for an elite, global Manufacturer dedicated to excellence and has been on the forefront of technology. blueStone has been retained by this global Manufacturer in their search for a Server Administrator.

Job Description

The Server Administrator is responsible for the installation, configuration and
maintenance of the organization's Windows Server operating systems and all
related systems software. The Server Administrator analyzes and resolves
problems associated with server hardware/software and applications software and
ensures scalability and appropriate integration with other systems. The Server
Administrator develops, tests, implements, and maintains Windows Server and
desktop images for deployment via SCCM. The Server Administrator develops,
tests, implements, and maintains application deployment packages for Windows
apps (server and desktop). The Server Administrator Installs new software
releases and system upgrades, evaluates and installs patches, and resolves
software related problems.

Qualifications

• 5 + years’ experience in a technical support position in a large client/server environment
• Enterprise experience with Windows Server Platform: 2003 and 2008 required; 2012 experience highly desirable
• Expert level proficiency with MS Windows 2003, 2008, Group Policy, and Active Directory
• Understanding of virtualization technologies (VMWare)

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Management Information Systems, or Computer Science preferred.

Additional Information

Work with blueStone, one of the leading IT Staffing and Consulting firms in the United States. Please contact Greg Cole, Search Consultant, at [e-mail]