System Administrator

Foxconn Industrial Internet; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Foxconn Industrial Internet in Houston, TX seeks a systems administrator to provide system level support for multi-user operating systems, hardware and software, including installation, configuration, maintenance and support. The role supports SFC, SAP, and B2B environments; collects information for analysis, plans upgrades, and troubleshoots issues while coordinating with cross‑functional teams to define requirements and ensure secure connectivity.

A BS in MIS/CS and 3 years IT exp.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in MIS or CS or related field.
• 3 years IT experience required if no bachelor’s degree.
• Intermediate to advanced Windows OS and server administration.
• MSCE certification is a plus.
• Experience with networking equipment and ERP suites.

Responsibilities

• Provide system level support for multi-user operating systems, hardware and software.
• Install, configure, maintain and upgrade systems and tools.
• Support systems such as SFC, SAP, and B2B and related applications.
• Analyze information and evaluate existing or proposed systems.
• Troubleshoot hardware, software, and connectivity problems and user access.
• Document problems and resolutions; provide user training as needed.
• Coordinate with cross-functional teams to define requirements.

Skills

Microsoft OS

AD / DNS / DHCP

Troubleshooting

Customer service

Flexibility

Education

Bachelor's Degree in MIS or CS

3 years IT experience

MSCE certification a plus

Tools

Windows Server

Cisco networking

Backup applications

Lotus Notes

ERP systems

Job description

Job Description:

This position is responsible for providing system level support of multi-user operating systems, hardware and software tools, including installation, configuration, maintenance and support of these systems.

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Work to support various systems (SFC, SAP, B2B, etc.).
• Collect information to analyze and evaluate existing or proposed systems.
• Research, plan, install, configure, troubleshoot, maintain and upgrade operating system, hardware and software.
• Work with cross-functional departments to define requirements and objectives for new and existing applications.
• Troubleshoot and resolve hardware, software, and connectivity problems, including user access and component configuration.
• Record and maintain hardware/software inventories, site and/or server licensing, and user access and security.
• Install, configure, and upgrade desktop hardware and peripherals to include; network cards, printers, modems, mice and add-in boards.
• Work as a team member with other technical staff, such as networking to ensure connectivity and compatibility between systems.
• Maintain confidentiality with regard to the information being processed, stored or accessed by the network.
• Conduct technical research on system upgrades to determine feasibility, cost, time required and compatibility with current system.
• Recommend, implement and support continuous improvement within the department and the company to improve employee performance, quality control, productivity, efficiency and cost reduction.
• Document system problems and resolutions for future reference.
• Provide user training and documentation as needed
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Required Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

• Proven experience with Microsoft OS (including Server), Office, Lotus Notes, ERP, backup applications.
• Knowledge of AD, DHCP, DNS, WSUS, Symantec End Point, TCP/IP, VOIP.
• Strong analytical, problem solving and troubleshooting skills
• Good communication and customer service skills
• Must have ability to remain flexible in a dynamic work environment.
• Frequent periods are spent standing or sitting in the same location with some opportunity to move about; occasionally there may be a need to bend, twist, stoop, reach, climb ladders or lift materials (up to 50 pounds).

Education and Experience:

• A Bachelor’s Degree in Management Information Systems, Computer Science
• or related discipline or equivalent combination of education and work experience. System technician must have 3 years working experience in IT or related area if no bachelor's degree.
• Must have intermediate to advanced knowledge in the following systems/programs; windows 2000/XP/7, windows server 2003/2007, MS Office, Cisco routers/switches/firewall setup/administration.
• Linux/Unix, .net, MSCE certification is a plus.
• One to two years experience of programming and/or system analysis experience preferred.

Foxconn Assembly, LLC is an Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE). All qualified candidates will receive consideration without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, or marital status in accordance with applicable federal, state and local laws.