Systems Administrator

Lactalis USA; Buffalo (NY); On-site; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

Lactalis USA in Buffalo, NY is seeking a Systems Administrator to manage datacenter and branch systems, EUC platforms, and related services.

The role requires hands-on expertise in server solutions, storage, backup, and monitoring, contributing to projects from conception through maintenance. A strong focus on reliability and security is essential for supporting Lactalis’ IT environment.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in a computer systems related field or equivalent IT experience.
• Minimum of 2 years’ experience in VMware and/or Windows Server administration.
• Experience with Microsoft operating systems and Active Directory, DNS, DHCP.
• Familiarity with storage areas networks (Dell/NetApp/EMC) and monitoring tools is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Implementation, monitoring, and administration of system solutions (servers, NAS/SAN, backup, SaaS integrations).
• Troubleshooting complex systems issues and collaboration with Security/Network teams.
• Escalation point for EUC issues and documentation of environments.
• Report on environment status and improve solution efficiency and security.
• Contribute to policies and best practices, monitoring, and adherence.

Skills

Microsoft operating systems

Domain services

Server hardware architecture

Citrix

Office 365 Administration

VMware including VSAN

Backup and recovery

Virtual EUC

Education

Bachelor’s degree in computer systems related field

Tools

VMware

Citrix XenApp

VEEAM

VSAN

Dell/NetApp storage

Job description

Description

Ready for more than just a job? Build a career with purpose.

At Lactalis in the USA, we’re committed to providing meaningful opportunities for our people to learn, grow, and thrive—whether you’re just starting your journey with us or looking to take the next step in your career. From day one, we offer the tools and support to help you succeed.

As the world leader in dairy, Lactalis is a family-owned company with over 85,000 pragmatic and ambitious professionals across the globe. Each day, we’re proud to produce award-winning dairy products that bring people together.

In the US, we proudly offer an unrivaled house of beloved brands, including Galbani® Italian cheeses and ricotta, Président® specialty cheeses and butters, Kraft® natural and grated cheeses, Breakstone’s® cottage cheese, Cracker Barrel®, Black Diamond® cheddar, and Parmalat® milk. Our yogurt portfolio includes siggi’s®, Stonyfield Organic®, Brown Cow™, Oui®, Yoplait®, Go-Gurt®, :ratio®, Green Mountain Creamery®, and Mountain High®, along with a growing family of ethnic favorites like Karoun®, Gopi®, and Arz®.

At Lactalis, we live by our core values—Ambition, Engagement, and Simplicity. We foster a workplace where innovation thrives, diverse perspectives are celebrated, and everyone’s unique background and ideas are valued.

Even if you don’t meet every qualification, we encourage you to apply. We want to hear about your PASSION, your STORY, and how your EXPERTISE can help us shape the future of dairy.

From your PASSION to ours

Lactalis USA, part of the Lactalis family of companies, is currently hiring a Systems Administrator based in Buffalo, NY.

This position is part of a team that contributes to all system projects from conception through maintenance. The systems administrator is responsible for maintaining datacenter and branch systems solutions as well as EUC management platforms.

Requirements

From your EXPERTISE to ours

Key responsibilities for this position include:

• Implementation, monitoring, and administration of system related solutions. This includes technology such as server solutions (traditional 3-tier and HCI), NAS/SAN, backup, SaaS integrations, monitoring and maintenance platforms (update/patch deployment).
• Troubleshooting of complex systems issues and collaboration with adjacent teams on issues in Security or Network as needed.
• Function as an escalation point for EUC team for platform issues.
• Reporting of environment operational status by gathering and prioritizing information.
• Maintenance and improvement of solution efficiencies and security through continuous monitoring, research, and structured upgrades.
• Contribution to suitability, stability, and performance by assisting in definition of policy and “best practices”, monitoring, and reporting on adherence.
• Creation and maintenance of documentation on systems and processes for both internal department use and user education.
• Completion of related tasks as needed to satisfy departmental and company mission.
• Demonstrate commitment to a safe working environment that promotes the health and well-being of all employees and that will further contribute to the Company’s overall performance and success.
• Travel and/or extended or off work hours may be required.

From your STORY to ours

Qualified applicants will contribute the following:

Education: Candidate should possess a bachelor’s degree in a computer systems related field or possess equivalent experience in IT.

Experience: A minimum of 2 years’ experience in VMWare and/or Windows Server administration.

Skills/Abilities:

Applicants are expected to have a knowledge base on IT systems including:

• Microsoft operating systems
• Domain services: MS Active Directory, DNS, DHCP
• Server hardware architecture and design - traditional 3-tier and CI/HCI (e.g. VRTX and VXRail)
• Citrix
• Office 365 Administration
• VMWare including VSAN
• Backup and recovery strategy (vendor VEEAM)
• Virtual EUC (e.g. Citrix XenApp, VDI, RDP)

Familiarity a plus:

• Storage Area Networks (Dell Compellent, NetApp, EMC)
• CMP (incl Morpheus)
• Basic knowledge of switching and routing
• Lotus Domino
• Monitoring systems (PTRG/Nagios/Splunk)

At Lactalis, we offer a comprehensive Total Rewards Program with a variety of affordable benefits and coverage options. We support insurance costs significantly, contribute generously to retirement plans, and offer Paid Time Off from day one. We are committed to your professional growth, providing training and development opportunities, including Education Reimbursement. Join us and grow your career.

Lactalis is an equal employment opportunity employer. We will not discriminate against applicants with regard to any legally-recognized basis including, but not limited to: veteran status, race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, marital status, sexual orientation, and physical or mental disabilities. Further, any division of the Company that is an Aff