Systems Administrator I [s]

Job Details

Description

• Manage and administrate all operating systems and their corresponding or associated software
• Manage communications and connection solutions, including local area networks, company Web site, intranet, and Internet applications.
• Manage and ensure the integrity of host computers, multiple databases and data transfer
• Deploy and maintain firewalls, cryptography systems, and all host security activities
• Oversee installation, configuration, maintenance, and troubleshooting of end user desktops
• Install and configure messaging and printer systems
• Distribute and supervise server storage space allotments
• Design and implement disaster recovery plan for operating systems, databases, networks, servers, and software applications
• Provide on-call technical support
• Analyze system or application usage and plan for growth or increases in network capacity
• Assess needs for any system reconfigurations (minor or significant) and execute them if required
• Ensure connectivity of all workstations
• Conduct research on emerging products, services, protocols, and standards in support of systems software procurement and development efforts
• Interact and negotiate with vendors, outsourcers, and contractors to secure software products and services
• Develop, implement and maintain policies, procedures and associated training plans for system administration and appropriate use
• Practice network asset management, including maintenance of network component inventory and related documentation and technical specifications information
• Establish service level agreements with end users
• Administer and maintain end user accounts, permissions, and access rights
• Perform network and security audits
• Perform system backups
• Monitor and test server software performance and provide statistics and reports
• Recommend, schedule, and perform software improvements, upgrades, and/or purchases
• Manage and/or provide guidance to junior members of the team

Position Requirements

College diploma or university degree in the field of computer science and/or 5 years equivalent work experience.

Certifications in Microsoft Certified Professional and Microsoft Security Plus

Working technical knowledge of network, PC, and platform operating systems

Extensive application support experience

Working technical knowledge of current systems software, protocols, and standards

Strong knowledge of local area network administration

Hands-on software and hardware troubleshooting experience

Experience with data management

Good understanding of the organization’s goals and objectives

Knowledge of applicable data privacy practices and laws

Strong interpersonal and oral communication skills

Adept at reading, writing, and interpreting technical documentation and procedure manuals

Ability to conduct research into software issues and products as required

Ability to present ideas and solutions in user-friendly language

Proven analytical and problem-solving abilities

Ability to effectively prioritize and execute tasks in a high-pressure environment

Strong customer service orientation

Experience working in a team-oriented, collaborative environment

Work Environment

Must be able to lift 50 lbs, squat, bend, stoop and kneel for short periods, climb a ladder, stand for long periods of time, constant arm extensions

Occasional exposure to elements such as heat, cold, noise, dust, dirt, chemicals, but non to the point of being disagreeable

May involve minor safety hazards where likely result would be cuts, bruises, etc.

Must be able to pass a local background check and have the ability to obtain and maintain NAC/LAC clearance after hire.