IT Systems Administrator

Essential Job Functions:

· Ensure that current and future technical services and solutions are aligned and delivered with company’s business needs and industry standards

· Develop and maintain architecture of the infrastructure

· Provide appropriate leadership to help shape IT strategy

· Proficiency of monitoring and maintaining virtual servers using software such as VMware or similar technologies

· Install, configure, upgrade, and support network equipment including routers, servers, Configure firewalls, routers, and switches to maximize network efficiency and security (Cisco, Fortinet, SonicWALL, WatchGuard, Zscaler, HP)

· Establish and govern the infrastructure and operations supporting the delivery of business applications and technical services

· Ensure all operations are following industry standards including CMMC and ISO

· Manage service provider to ensure delivery of availability and performance of WAN in a secure and cost-effective manner

· Scheduling and management of system upgrades to avoid disruption to business to keep technology current

· Plan and execute integration of technology into the business

· Handle day-to-day operational questions/issues that arise in the provision of Infrastructure and IT Services

· Other duties as assigned

Requirements:

· BA Degree in IT or related field/or equivalent experience

· 6+ years of experience with IT infrastructure design, implementation and enhancement

· MUST be customer service and detailed oriented

· Ability to balance and coordinate workload for multiple projects

· Extensive experience with Windows enterprise application and systems environments and how these environments interact with each other

· Exchange Server, 0365, Cloud management, Active Directory Management (AD), SharePoint, Terminal Services, NTFS, network, and protocols (TCP/IP, DNS, FTP, Layer 2 & 3 devices)

· Linux/UNIX environments preferred (Basic scripting, etc…)

· Experience supporting SAN devices (EMC, HP Nimble, Network Appliance) and VMware - SQL a plus

· Professional level network certifications prefer but not required (CCNA, CompTIA, MCSE)

· Experience in the monitoring and maintenance of data centers and their supporting policies such as Disaster Recovery, Incident Response, Risk Analysis and Business Continuity

· Possess good organizational, decision-making, and logical troubleshooting skills

· Must be able to think strategically & establish direction

· Ability to learn new applications and programs

· Effective written & oral communication skills

· Ability to work independently as well as in a team environment