Windows System Administrator

Job Description :

The Boston Globe is looking to hire a skilled Windows Administrator to manage and maintain our Windows systems and Active Directory environment. In this role, you are responsible to design, install, administer, and optimize overall control of a server. Provide technical support to ensure a high degree of Customer Happiness through Service Level Agreement (SLA) and Process Compliance and perform business impact analysis and risk assessments to reduce the likelihood of significant service outage or disasters. If you thrive in a dynamic, collaborative workplace, the Globe provides an environment where you will be both challenged and inspired every single day.

Responsibilities :

• Responsible for installing, managing, and upgrading Windows-based systems and servers.
• Responsible for day-to-day administration duties including Windows Active Directory object maintenance, conduct complex troubleshooting and repair tasks on Active Directory, Windows Server 2012 R2 thru current, Domain Controllers, DNS, user authentication and other operational systems as needed.
• Configure KMS server for Microsoft products.
• Provide technical review of existing implementations and administrative practices (account and network administration, GPOs, OUs, DNS, etc.)
• Administer Users, Group and Computer objects and create Group Policy using Group Policy Management Console.
• Participate in data cleansing efforts including remediation of duplicate user ID’s, Directory Information Tree (DIT) redesign and modification recommendations, consolidation of Group Policy Objects, and implementation of access restrictions and auditing.
• Mentor team members.
• Establish service specifications to other systems including permissions modification, deletion, role definitions, reclassification and other similar access management related functions.

Qualifications :

The BGMP office is located in downtown Boston, near Faneuil Hall and Quincy Market, and is easily accessible by MBTA and commuter rail lines. This position is based in Boston, and candidates should be based in the area or willing to move.

EEO Statement :

At Boston Globe Media, our mission is to empower, connect, and convene our communities with independent, trusted journalism and storytelling. We know a critical part to achieve this is by having a workforce that is diverse, equitable, and inclusive - like the communities we serve. Boston Globe Media is an equal opportunity employer that welcomes candidates and colleagues of all backgrounds, experiences, perspectives, and skills.