Server Systems Administrator 2928- OJO

Right Talent Right Now; New York (NY); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A reputable IT services company located in New York is seeking a Server Systems Administrator. This role entails monitoring and troubleshooting server systems and requires a solid working knowledge of Windows Server, Active Directory, and network protocols. The ideal candidate will have a strong educational background in Computer Science and considerable experience in a corporate computing environment. This permanent full-time position offers the opportunity to work independently while managing critical infrastructure tasks.

Qualifications

• 2+ years network experience required.
• Solid working knowledge in TCP/IP, Windows Server.
• Experience with large corporate computing environments.

Responsibilities

• Administer and maintain Active Directory and Group Policy.
• Monitor server OS patches and upgrades.
• Investigate and resolve user problems.

Skills

TCP/IP

DNS

Windows Server 2003/2008

Ability to document technical issues

Virtualization

Citrix environment

Education

Four year college degree in Computer Science

Two-year technical degree - MSCE certified

Job description

Relocation Available: No, but a nearby self relo is okay

Town / City: Collierville

Job Type: Permanent full-time

The Server Systems Administrator monitors and troubleshoots server hardware, software and peripheral devices. This includes the configuration, maintenance, and availability of the server infrastructure used by the organization; administration of the enterprise infrastructure monitoring application; proactive review of operational logs to identify service issues. This position will specialize in one or more critical services: virtualization, domain architecture/group policies, storage/replication/data recovery, and windows/open systems. Must primarily perform work requiring advanced learning or work that is original and creative.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Administer Active Directory, Group Policy, DNS and File Permissions in a 2003/2008 domain.
• Maintains server OS patches and upgrades, including virtualized environment.
• Maintain and audit the locations software packages using Microsoft SCCM Server.
• Maintain and administer Citrix environment.
• Monitors and maintains email systems, virtualized environment and storage.
• Monitors the compliance to the enterprise's security policies.
• Writes documentation manuals and procedure manuals and keeps track of updates to these documents.
• Investigates user problems, identifies their source, determine possible solutions, tests and implements solutions.
• Installs, configures, and maintain personal computers, file servers, and other related equipment, devices, and systems; adds or upgrades and configures disk drives, printers, and related equipment.
• Provides support by responding to network problems issued from the Help Desk.
• Ensure server Disaster Recovery replication processes are met.

EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE

Four year college degree in Computer Science or related engineering field desired. Two-year technical degree - MSCE certified and five to eight years network experience required.

OTHER SKILLS and ABILITIES

• Solid working knowledge of TCP/IP, DNS, OSI, Point to Point Protocol (PPP), Windows Server 2003 / 2008.
• Ability to document complex technical issues effectively summarizing issues for a range of technical and business management.
• Prior experience with large to very large corporate computing environments to include multiple site locations.
• Ability to set priorities and work on multiple tasks.
• Ability to work both independently and as a team member.

Bottom Line Requirements

• Two-year technical degree or higher.
• MSCE certified.
• 5+ years of network experience.
• Solid working knowledge of TCP/IP, DNS, OSI, Point to Point Protocol (PPP), Windows Server 2003 / 2008.
• Local or close enough for a short easy move.

Additional Information

All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.