Windows Administrator

IPsoft Inc.; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

IPsoft Inc. is looking for a professional to manage Windows Server Infrastructure in Chicago, Illinois. The role includes diagnosing issues and driving automated resolutions in a multi‑site environment. Candidates will administer VMware vSphere, document troubleshooting processes, and utilize PowerShell for configurations.

The ideal candidate has at least 2 years managing a business infrastructure with over 100 machines and a relevant degree. Open to varying shifts, including evening and night, this position offers opportunities to enhance service levels through automation.

Qualifications

• 2+ years' experience managing a business infrastructure with 100+ machines.
• Knowledge of maintaining virtualization solutions such as Citrix a plus.
• Investigate issues with Enterprise Communication and Collaboration technologies a plus.

Responsibilities

• Diagnose and remediate issues with Windows Server Infrastructure.
• Document all troubleshooting information in ticketing system.
• Utilize PowerShell to configure roles and features of Microsoft products.

Skills

Active Directory troubleshooting

Windows Server management

VMware vSphere administration

PowerShell scripting

Remote hardware diagnosis

Configuration solutions (WSUS)

Education

Degree in computer systems or computer science

Tools

VMware vSphere

NetBackup

Tivoli

Job description

IPsoft is a global managed services provider of autonomic-based services. The company’s mission is to power the world through expert systems, and to that end IPsoft leverages self-learning, self-healing cognitive systems across IT Operations, Cloud Orchestration, Fraud Prevention (FAS) and Business Process Automation. The unique autonomic proposition effectively manages operations while reducing human error and providing enhanced service levels. Headquartered in New York City, IPsoft has operations in ten countries across North America, Europe and Asia Pacific supporting enterprise customers, service providers and telecommunications companies.

Job Description

• Diagnose and remediate issues with Windows Server Infrastructure, and related roles and features, as well as other Microsoft and third-party Windows business infrastructure applications, while identifying recurring issues which can be remediated through automation

Qualifications

• Troubleshoot issues related to Active Directory topology, and related features, in a complex, multi‑site and/or multi‑domain environment
• Manage a server infrastructure with machines running Windows Server 2008, 2008 R2, 2012, and 2012 R2
• Administer VMware vSphere infrastructure and Hosted Guest Machines from Windows based administration tools, such as the vSphere client and PowerCLI
• Document all troubleshooting information in ticketing system
• Utilize PowerShell to configure roles and features of Microsoft products. Knowledge of PowerShell functions and scripting a plus
• Execute Standard Operating Procedures as documented for a wide variety of different clients
• Remote hardware diagnosis through system management technologies, such as OpenManage and iDRAC for Dell, and System Management and iLO for HP
• Utilize centralized patching and configuration solution, such as WSUS and the System Center Suite

Additional Information

Rockstar (Preferred) Qualifications in addition to those required:

• Identify recurring issues and drive automated resolution behind them
• Knowledge of maintaining other virtualization solutions such as Citrix a plus
• Investigate issues with Enterprise Communication and Collaboration technologies, such as Exchange, SharePoint, and Lync a plus
• Manage a backup architecture using software such as NetBackup or Tivoli a plus
• 2+ years’ experience managing a business infrastructure with 100+ machines
• Degree in computer systems or computer science preferred

Must be open to 2nd (2pm-11pm) or 3rd (10pm-7am) shift. Work schedules can vary, Tues‑Sat or Sun‑Thur