Senior System Administrator

Responsibilities

• Architect, configure, and maintain enterprise virtual environments, optimizing hypervisor performance and managing resource allocation to ensure maximum operational efficiency.
• Oversee the end-to-end lifecycle of physical and virtual servers, including performance tuning, hardware/software configuration, and proactive OS patching.
• Lead server upgrades, new system implementations, and comprehensive capacity planning initiatives to scale with business growth.
• Develop and maintain advanced scripts (PowerShell, Bash) to automate routine administrative tasks, reducing errors and improving operational consistency.
• Manage enterprise server storage, verify backup integrity, and spearhead disaster recovery planning to ensure seamless business continuity.
• Serve as the primary escalation point for complex technical issues, conducting thorough root-cause analysis to implement long-term preventive solutions.
• Drive infrastructure projects from conception through execution, ensuring all milestones are met within established change management protocols.
• Partner with external vendors for hardware/software procurement and support, while translating complex technical status updates for internal stakeholders.
• Perform other job-related duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• Associate degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field; or 3+ years of enterprise infrastructure experience in lieu of a degree.
• 3+ years of progressive experience in server management and IT infrastructure, featuring a proven track record of leading large-scale migration or modernization projects.
• Advanced expertise in server management, enterprise-grade backups, and disaster recovery protocols.
• Deep understanding of cloud infrastructure, networking protocols, and enterprise virtualization platforms.
• Demonstrated experience managing large-scale infrastructure projects from conception through to final execution.
• Hands-on proficiency with server monitoring, automated patching, system upgrades, and environment migrations.
• Comprehensive knowledge of cloud platforms (GCP, Azure, AWS), Microsoft operating systems (2012 to current), Linux distributions, and hypervisor management.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to translate complex technical concepts for non-technical stakeholders and collaborate effectively with vendors.
• Highly self-motivated with a commitment to data accuracy, operational excellence, and strict adherence to established change management protocols.
• Strong administrative, planning, and organizational skills with attention to detail.
• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and Google Workspace.
• A relevant CompTIA Server+ certification is highly preferred.

Physical Requirements

• Ability to see and hear (correctable).
• Ability to operate a keyboard.
• Ability to travel up to 5%.

Potential Hazards

• Normal office hazards.
• Hazards associated with travel.