Systems Administrator II

EnerSys; Bern Township (Berks County); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

EnerSys is a global leader in stored energy solutions with headquarters in Reading, PA. EnerSys seeks a Systems Administrator II to maintain enterprise IT infrastructure, ensuring availability, performance, and security across servers, storage, and endpoints.

You will collaborate with senior staff, support VMware environments, Active Directory, backups, and incident response while documenting configurations and participating in on-call rotation.

Qualifications

• Degree or equivalent IT experience.
• 3–5 years of systems administration or IT infrastructure support.
• Proficiency with Windows Server and Active Directory.
• Experience with virtualization (VMware).
• Familiarity with backup, storage, and disaster recovery.
• Basic networking knowledge.
• Understanding of IT security best practices.

Responsibilities

• Administer Windows-based server and infrastructure environments.
• Manage user accounts, AD access controls, and security privileges.
• Support backups and recovery processes to ensure availability and integrity of critical systems.
• Monitor system performance, availability, and alerts; troubleshoot issues.
• Support virtualization environments (e.g., VMware) and routine maintenance.
• Maintain enterprise email systems and mailbox administration.
• Provide second-level support for help desk and on-call rotation.
• Document configurations, procedures, and troubleshooting steps.
• Assist with system upgrades, patching, and maintenance.

Skills

Windows Server

Active Directory

VMware

Backup & DR

Networking basics

Endpoint management

IT security

Troubleshooting

Communication

Education

Associate's or Bachelor's degree in IT/CS or related field

Equivalent experience

Tools

VMware

Job description

EnerSys is a global leader in stored energy solutions for industrial applications. We have over thirty manufacturing and assembly plants worldwide servicing over 10,000 customers in more than 100 countries. Worldwide headquarters are located in Reading, PA, USA with regional headquarters in Europe and Asia. We complement our extensive line of Motive Power and Energy Systems with a full range of integrated services and systems. With sales and service locations throughout the world, and over 100 years of battery experience, EnerSys is the power/full solution for stored DC power products.

Job Purpose

The Systems Administrator II is responsible for the support, maintenance, and day-to-day operation of enterprise IT infrastructure, including servers, storage, and endpoint systems. This role focuses on ensuring system availability, performance, and security through execution of operational tasks, troubleshooting, and adherence to established standards.

The position works closely with senior administrators and IT leadership to support infrastructure initiatives while providing reliable support to the business and user community.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Administer and support Windows-based server and infrastructure environments, including physical and virtual systems
• Create and maintain user accounts, access controls, and security privileges in Microsoft Active Directory environments
• Support system backup and recovery processes to ensure availability and integrity of critical systems
• Monitor system performance, availability, and alerts; troubleshoot and resolve infrastructure-related issues
• Support virtualization environments (e.g., VMware), including routine maintenance and operational support
• Maintain and support enterprise email systems, including mailbox administration and distribution lists
• Support endpoint systems, mobile devices, and associated management technologies
• Assist in maintaining infrastructure security tools and controls in coordination with IT/OT Security (e.g., endpoint protection, system hardening)
• Provide second-level support for help desk and end-user issues, including escalation resolution
• Assist with system upgrades, patching, and maintenance activities
• Document system configurations, procedures, and troubleshooting steps
• Support infrastructure projects and deployments under direction of senior administrators or management
• Follow established IT standards, policies, and procedures to ensure consistency and compliance
• Support audit, compliance, and documentation requirements
• Participate in on-call rotation and provide after-hours support as required

Qualifications

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily.

Education and Experience

• Associate's or Bachelor's degree in Information Technology, Computer Science, or related field or equivalent experience
• 3 to 5 years of experience in systems administration or IT infrastructure support

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Working knowledge of Microsoft Windows Server and Active Directory environments
• Experience with virtualization platforms such as VMware
• Familiarity with backup, storage, and disaster recovery technologies
• Basic understanding of networking and infrastructure concepts
• Familiarity with endpoint management and mobile device support
• Understanding of IT security best practices and ability to follow established controls
• Strong troubleshooting and problem-solving skills
• Ability to follow processes and work within established standards
• Effective communication skills and ability to work with end users and technical teams

General Job Requirements

• This position will work in an office setting, expect minimal physical demands.

EnerSys provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.

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