Senior Systems Administrator (H/F) - IDD-REDMOND (WA)

Mission description

POSITION SUMMARY: Responsible for the organization's entire IT infrastructure, focusing on the design, implementation, maintenance, and security of complex systems. This is a senior-level position that often involves project leadership, mentoring junior staff, and resolving the most complex technical issues.

Key Responsibilities

• System and Network Management: Install, configure, and maintain servers, network devices (routers, firewalls), operating systems (Windows, Linux/Unix), and software applications.
• Performance and Optimization: Monitor system performance, analyze data, and implement enhancements, upgrades, and patches to ensure optimal performance, availability, and capacity.
• Security and Compliance: Implement, and monitor security protocols, including access controls, firewalls, and data protection measures, to safeguard the organization's data and systems.
• Troubleshooting and Support: Diagnose and resolve complex hardware, software, and network issues, often serving as an escalation point for junior IT staff or internal customers of IT.
• Project Management: Lead or serve as a subject matter expert on IT projects, such as system upgrades, migrations to cloud platforms (AWS, Azure), and new system deployments.
• Backup and Disaster Recovery: Design and implement robust backup and recovery procedures and test disaster recovery plans to ensure business continuity.
• Automation and Documentation: Automate routine tasks using scripting languages (e.g., PowerShell, Python) and create and maintain comprehensive technical documentation, policies, and procedures.
• Leadership and Mentoring: Supervise, train, and mentor junior IT staff members, promoting professional development and effective teamwork.

Required Skills and Qualifications

• Education: A bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field is required. However, extensive experience may be a substitute in certain situations.
• Experience: 5-10 years of professional systems administration experience is a prerequisite, with a proven track record of managing complex IT environments.
• Technical Expertise:
  • Proficiency in various operating systems (Windows Server, Windows, Linux).
  • Experience with virtualization technologies (VMware Specifically).
  • Strong understanding of networking concepts (LAN/WAN, TCP/IP, DNS, DHCP).
  • Familiarity with cloud computing platforms (AWS and Azure at a minimum).
  • Experience with the deployment and maintenance of storage systems (SAN, NAS) both Fiber Channel and iSCSI is required.
  • Some experience with database administration tasks is a required.
• Soft Skills:
  • Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills.
  • Strong communication skills, both written and verbal, to interact with technical and non-technical staff.
  • Leadership and project management abilities.
  • Ability to work independently, prioritize tasks, and manage multiple projects simultaneously.