Server Systems Administrator 2928- OJO

Right Talent Right Now; San Diego (CA); On-site; USD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading technology firm in San Diego is looking for a Server Systems Administrator responsible for monitoring and troubleshooting server hardware and software. You'll administer Active Directory, maintain OS patches, and ensure compliance with security policies. Ideally, you have a degree in Computer Science or related field, are MSCE certified, and bring 5+ years of experience in networking. This permanent full-time position offers an opportunity to work in a dynamic corporate environment.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of network experience required.
• Ability to document complex technical issues effectively.
• Prior experience with large corporate computing environments.

Responsibilities

• Administer Active Directory, Group Policy, DNS and File Permissions.
• Maintain server OS patches and upgrades.
• Monitor and maintain email systems and storage.

Skills

TCP/IP

DNS

OSI

Microsoft SCCM Server

Citrix

Windows Server 2003/2008

Education

Four year college degree in Computer Science or related field

MSCE certification

Job description

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

Town / City: Collierville

Job Type: Permanent full-time

Overview

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.

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.

Qualifications

• 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:
• 1. Two-year technical degree or higher.
• 2. MSCE certified.
• 3. 5+ years of network experience.
• 4. Solid working knowledge of TCP/IP, DNS, OSI, Point to Point Protocol (PPP), Windows Server 2003 / 2008.
• 5. Local or close enough for a short easy move.

Additional Information

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