Sr. Systems Admin - IT
📋 Role Overview & Responsibilities
Title: Sr. Systems Administrator
Division: Corporate
Summary: LJA Engineering is looking for a highly motivated Sr. Systems Administrator to join our IT team. This individual will be responsible for installation, configuration, documentation, administration and troubleshooting of core IT systems.
General Responsibilities
System Administration: Administer and configure on-premise and cloud-based infrastructure services including, but not limited to, virtual environments (VMware, Nutanix AHV), server operating systems (Windows, Linux), and O365 environments (Azure Active Directory, Exchange Online, Intune, SharePoint, Microsoft Teams).Active Directory Management: Manage user objects, computer objects, and security groups within Active Directory. Implement and maintain DNS and Group Policy configurations.System Monitoring and Maintenance: Monitor and maintain core and backup systems. Regularly audit and test disaster recovery policies and procedures to ensure system resilience.Documentation and Standards: Maintain accurate system documentation and standards for IT infrastructure. Create and update existing documentation.Innovation and Integration: Research and recommend new technological innovations that can enhance system efficiency. Integrate new services and technologies into the existing infrastructure.Automation: Implement automation scripts and processes to streamline system administration tasks.After-Hours and Remote Support: Participate in after-hours maintenance and troubleshooting as needed. Provide support for remote sites, including occasional travel.
Requirements
Education:Bachelor’s degree or equivalent professional experience.Experience:5+ years of IT experience in managing infrastructure services and server environments.2+ years of experience managing technical projects.
Knowledge, Skills, and AbilitiesProven ability to learn and adapt to new technologies.Strong analytical skills and ability to use data for making informed decisions.Keen on automating repetitive tasks.Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, capable of mentoring junior staff and leading project teams.Effective organizational and time management skills.Advanced knowledge of computer networking (switches, firewalls, VLANs)Proficient in Active Directory management.Proficient in scripting with PowerShell or Batch files.Proficient in Microsoft Windows Server Administration.
Preferences
Experience:Experience with O365 administration.Experience with Virtual/SAN storage environments.Experience with Virtual Desktop Infrastructure Systems.Experience with VMware infrastructure.Experience with Nutanix infrastructure.Certifications:VMware, Nutanix, Microsoft, or cloud-based certifications.
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