Systems Administrator II

Brightstar is an innovative, forward-thinking global leader in lottery that builds on our renowned expertise in delivering secure technology and producing reliable, comprehensive solutions for our customers. As a premier pure play global lottery company, our best-in-class lottery operations, retail and digital solutions, and award-winning lottery games enable our customers to achieve their goals, fulfill player needs and distribute meaningful benefits to communities. Brightstar has a well-established local presence and is a trusted partner to governments and regulators around the world, creating value by adhering to the highest standards of service, integrity, and responsibility. Brightstar has approximately 6,000 employees. For more information, please visit www.brightstarlottery.com.

Overview

The Systems Administrator is part of the local operations team based in Atlanta, GA. This role combines 24x7 operational support for lottery and iLottery environments with responsibility for infrastructure, network, data center, facilities, remote-site technology, and end-user support across Georgia operations.

There is 30% travel to Claims Centers throughout GA, Pick & Pack Warehouse in Duluth, GA and Depot in Austell, GA. Travel mileage is reimbursed.

Responsibilities

• Administer and maintain servers, virtualization platforms (VMware), storage systems, telecommunications, and
network infrastructure.
• Monitor and support WAN, LAN, wireless, internet connectivity, firewalls, and enterprise systems.
• Perform troubleshooting, diagnostics, escalation, patch management, backups, disaster recovery, and
failover support.
• Monitor SAN storage, data center equipment, HVAC, UPS, PDU, and environmental systems.
• Provide desktop, laptop, device, printer, scanner, label printer, and conference room technology support.
• Support remote claim centers and operational sites, including travel as required.
• Coordinate vendors, telecommunications providers, contractors, and service organizations.
• Maintain documentation, technical procedures, inventory, warranties, and maintenance contracts.
• Participate in capacity planning, infrastructure lifecycle management, and technology refresh projects.
• Author and maintain production procedures and cross-train with team members.
• Monitor security alerts and support enterprise security and compliance activities.

Qualifications

• Associate's degree, or equivalent required; Bachelor's degree preferred in IT,
Computer Science, Engineering, or related field.
• 3+ years experience in systems administration, infrastructure operations, or
enterprise IT support.
• Experience with Linux and Windows operating systems.
• Experience with VMware and virtualized environments.
• Strong understanding of networking, TCP/IP, LAN/WAN, wireless, and telecommunications.
• Experience supporting enterprise storage, backup, security, and collaboration platforms such as
Microsoft 365 and SharePoint.
• Excellent communication, customer service, problem-solving, and documentation skills.
• Ability to support after-hours maintenance and emergency situations.

Preferred Qualifications

• VMware, Microsoft, CCNA, CompTIA Network+, or Security+ certifications.
• Experience with data center operations, FileMaker Pro Server, and enterprise security practices.
• Experience with automation and scripting.

Success Profile

• Leading Complexity
• Leading People
• Leading the Business
• Leading Self

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At Brightstar, we consider a wide range of factors in determining compensation, including background, skills, experience, and work location. These factors can cause your compensation to vary. The estimated starting compensation range is $40,887 - $115,000. The actual pay offered may end up being higher or lower. The Company will comply with all local pay requirements and collective bargaining agreements, where applicable.

Base pay is only one part of our Total Rewards program. Sales roles may be eligible for commission payments, while other roles are eligible for discretionary bonuses. In addition, we offer employees a 401(k) Savings Plan with Company contributions, health, dental, and vision insurance, life, accident, and disability insurance, tuition reimbursement, paid time off, wellness programs, and identity theft insurance. Note: programs are subject to eligibility requirements.

Immigration sponsorship is not available for this role.

All Brightstar employees have a role in information security. Annual training will be assigned and required as appropriate.