System Admin Windows & Network

Ajnw; Hampton (NH); On-site; USD 80,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

AstenJohnson in Hampton, NH is seeking a Systems Administrator – Windows and Networks to maintain and secure our enterprise IT infrastructure across servers, LAN/WAN, and endpoints. You will partner with Corporate IT and site teams to ensure reliable operations and project delivery.

The role requires 5+ years of hands-on Windows and network experience in manufacturing, strong communication, and a proactive approach to security and performance. Travel to other locations (<25%) may be required.

Qualifications

• Five+ years’ experience supporting end users and Windows server backups in a midsized manufacturing environment.
• Strong verbal and written communication of complex technical issues.
• Windows security administration and problem resolution.
• Knowledge of IT security best practices.
• Experience with Windows OS, enterprise backup, and performance monitoring tools.
• Ability to support medium and large-scale projects.
• Excellent interpersonal skills and teamwork.
• Flexibility to work evenings and weekends.
• Ability to plan, document, and communicate complex designs, policies, and procedures.
• Functional knowledge of web technology preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide day-to-day support for system design, architecture, and implementation of servers and networks.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure high system availability.
• Review and apply software updates, security patches and other fixes as required.
• Manage timely software installations and deployments.
• Evaluate and recommend technology products and systems in key areas.
• Provide end-user support for Windows, email, and printers.
• Work with corporate IT and site teams to accomplish enterprise-wide goals.
• Monitor and tune server and network performance; conduct patch management and data backups.
• Travel to other locations (<25%).

Skills

Windows OS

Network administration

IT security

End user support

Server backups

LAN/WAN

Troubleshooting

Documentation

Education

Bachelor’s degree in IT

MCSE

A+ certification

Tools

Windows Server

Virus protection

Backup software

Network monitoring tools

Active Directory

Job description

DEPARTMENT: Business Administration

JOB TITLE: Systems Administrator – Windows and Networks

FLSA STATUS: Exempt

REPORTS TO: Controller

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS

• Reports to the Controller and provides day-to-day support related to system design, architecture, acquisition, and implementation of multiple servers, LAN & WAN network components, workstations, software, system security and virus protection solutions
• Collaborates with cross-functional teams to ensure high system availability and stability
• Reviews and applies software updates, security patches and other fixes as required
• Manages timely software installations and deployments
• Evaluates and recommends products and systems in key technology areas proposed by peers or users
• Provides day-to-day direct end user support for basic Windows, email, printer issues and questions.
• Works cooperatively with technical personnel in all business units, corporate headquarters, and manufacturing plants to accomplish enterprise-wide goals
• Identifies, recommends and implements process improvements in support of the Windows servers & workstations, software, and network systems
• Additional responsibilities include server and network system performance monitoring and tuning, routine patch management of server and network systems, and data backup duties
• Able to analyze and modify server and network operating conditions as needed to ensure maximum performance
• Ensure adherence and compliance with AstenJohnson Corporate IT and AJ Nonwovens standards, policies, procedures, and software licensing within the defined scope of responsibility
• Takes direction from Corporate IT Infrastructure, participates in Corporate IT projects, and acts as the liaison between Corporate IT and the Hampton site.
• Able to work effectively on independent projects as well as in cross-functional teams;
• Performs additional duties as required for the position
• Travel to other AstenJohnson locations, training, or conferences may be required (<25%)

QUALIFICATIONS/EXPERIENCE

• A minimum of five (5) years’ experience supporting end users running Windows client computers, Windows Server backups, and Local Area & Wireless Networks in a midsized manufacturing environment.
• Requires the ability to effectively understand and communicate complex designs, development, and technical issues both verbally and in written form
• Windows security administration, and overall problem determination and resolution.
• Extensive knowledge of IT security best practices
• Working knowledge of: Windows operating systems; current equipment and technologies in use; enterprise backup and recovery procedures, and system performance monitoring tools.
• Must possess the aptitude to support technical aspects of both medium and large-scale projects
• Excellent interpersonal skills with the ability to work in a team environment
• Flexibility in working evenings and weekends is required
• Ability to plan, organize and document complex system design activities and to configure systems to be consistent with institutional policies/procedures; communicate technical/complex information both verbally and in writing; establish and maintain cooperation, understanding, trust and credibility; perform multiple tasks concurrently and respond to emergencies effectively; work without the need for constant supervision
• Functional knowledge of web technology preferred

EDUCATION/TRAINING

• Bachelor’s degree in a related field or equivalent combination of education and experience
• MCSE, A+, or other related certifications are preferred

We are an equal opportunity employer and consider all qualified applicants equally without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran status, or disability status.