Systems Administrator II

Monster Energy; Corona (CA); On-site; USD 82,000 - 117,000; Full time

Job summary

Monster Energy seeks an experienced Systems Administrator II to join its global infrastructure team. You will provide level 3 support for data center systems, manage Windows Servers and VMware environments, and administer Microsoft 365 with hybrid identity solutions across multiple locations.

You will configure on-prem and cloud components in Azure, automate routine tasks, mentor staff, and help develop security and operational SOPs while on-call and weekend support may be required.

Qualifications

• 7+ years managing Windows Servers and troubleshooting enterprise environments.
• 7+ years deploying and managing VMs with VMware on Cisco UCS hardware.
• 7+ years working with EMC SAN storage arrays and Fibre Channel zoning.
• 5+ years managing Microsoft 365, Entra ID (Azure AD) and hybrid identities.
• 3+ years supporting Linux operating systems.
• 7+ years writing automation scripts with PowerShell.
• 3+ years using SCCM for software deployment and hardware management.
• Experience with SCOR and VMware Horizon integration is a plus.
• ITIL knowledge or certification is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide level 3 support for data center systems and operations.
• Configure, maintain and support on-premises and cloud-based environments across locations.
• Administer Azure infrastructure including VMs, storage, networking, backup and security.
• Support hybrid identity with AD, Entra ID and Microsoft 365.
• Develop SOPs to meet security and operational goals.
• Mentor other support staff and collaborate with app security and PM teams.
• Develop automation tools to scale operations and perform root-cause analyses.

Skills

Windows Server

VMware

EMC SAN

Microsoft 365

Azure Entra ID

Linux

PowerShell

SCCM

SCOR

VMware Horizon

Tools

VMware Horizon

Cisco UCS

EMC SAN

Job description

Forget about blending in. That's not our style. We're the risk takers, the trailblazers, the gamechangers. We're not perfect and we don't pretend to be. We're raw, unfiltered, and a bit unconventional. Our drive is just like our athletes, unrivaled. The power is in your hands to define what success looks like and where you want to take your career. It's not just about what we do, but about who we become on along the way. We are much more than a brand here. We are a way of life, a mindset. Join us.

A Day in the Life:

The Systems Administrator II is a crucial member within the global infrastructure team. The applicant provides level 3 support for data center systems and operations. Implements, maintains and supports global on-premises and cloud-based system environments across multiple locations and countries, including foundational Microsoft Azure services and hybrid infrastructure. Responsible for configuring server hardware, software, storage and cloud services to meet our global business needs. Serves as a senior point of contact for systems support teams, network users and other business units for technical issues.

The Impact You'll Make:

• Provide operational support for 600 Windows Servers (emphasis on Windows server 2016 and newer) including monitoring server performance and service availability within compliance to Service Level Agreements.
• Resolves Tier 3 incidents and requests escalated from other support tiers
• Manage and upgrade and VCenter 7 and later with 50+ ESXi hosts.
• Administer and support Microsoft Azure infrastructure and platform services, including virtual machines, storage, networking, backup, monitoring, and security services.
• Support and maintain hybrid identity solutions integrating Active Directory, Microsoft Entra ID (Azure AD), and Microsoft 365.
• Leverages or builds appropriate technical tools to perform administration tasks, root-cause analysis and service restoration (such as back up, restore, failover, log interpretation, and performance monitoring)
• Developing and maintaining Standard Operating Procedures for all routine Systems Administration functions to ensure security requirements and operational goals are achieved.
• Partners with the app development, security and project management teams to help implement new systems and services.
• Develops automation tools and processes to help scale operations.
• Researches, develops, and implements new technologies and practices as necessary.
• Mentors other support staff

Who You Are:

• 7+ years experience managing and troubleshooting Windows Servers.
• 7+ years experience managing virtual machines using VMWare hypervisors on Cisco UCS hardware.
• 7+ years experience deploying and managing EMC SAN storage arrays incl. Fibre Channel zoning.
• 5+ years experience managing Microsoft 365, Entra ID (Azure AD), and hybrid identity environments. Experience with core Microsoft Azure services including virtual machines, networking, storage, monitoring, and governance. 3+ years' experience supporting Linux operating systems
• 7+ years experience writing complex automation scripts using Powershell.
• 3+ years experience managing systems and deploying software using System Center Configuration Manager (SCCM)
• Experience administering System Center Orchestrator (SCOR)3+ years experience administering VMWare Horizon.
• Must possess excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Must be highly motivated and must work well within a team environment.
• Must be willing to be in on-call rotation and offer weekend support as needed.
• Strong work ethic and have a natural tendency to take ownership of incidents & requests.
• ITIL certification or working knowledge.
• Attention to detail, and a drive to be successful; ability to work independently with minimal supervision or assistance.
• Experience SUSE Linux preferred, but not required

Monster Energy provides competitive total compensation. The estimated annual salary range for this position is listed below. Actual compensation may vary based on skills, qualifications, experience, and work location.

Pay Range

$82,000 - $117,000 USD

For United States applicants:

Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities

This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws. For further information, please review the Know Your Rights notice from the Department of Labor.

Read our privacy policy here: Privacy Policy