IT Administrator

KACE Company • Houston, TX

23h

About The Position

When you make the decision to join KACE, you are choosing to work alongside talented professionals that have one thing in common; the passion to make a difference! KACE employees bring their diverse talents and experiences to work on critical projects that help shape the nation’s safety, security, and quality of life. The desire to have a career that is purposeful and forward thinking is woven into every KACE employee…it’s The KACE Way. KACE employees are; purpose driven, forward focused, open-minded, trustworthy and invested. The KACE Way is our commitment to our employees, to our customers, and to our communities. Join KACE and make a difference!

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field (or equivalent work experience).
• Network Administration: 3+ years of experience managing enterprise-level network infrastructures (e.g., routers, switches, firewalls, VPNs).
• System Administration: 3+ years of experience with system administration in Windows and Linux environments, managing file systems, servers, and applications.
• Virtualization Experience: Knowledge of virtualization technologies such as VMware, Hyper-V, or cloud-based platforms (e.g., AWS, Azure).
• Backup Solutions: Experience with backup and disaster recovery tools and processes.
• Networking: In-depth knowledge of TCP/IP, DNS, DHCP, VPNs, routing/switching protocols (e.g., OSPF, BGP).
• Operating Systems: Proficient in managing Windows Server, Linux, and other server platforms.
• Security: Familiarity with network and system security best practices, firewalls, and encryption.
• Scripting & Automation: Ability to use scripting languages (e.g., PowerShell, Bash) to automate tasks and improve efficiency.
• Monitoring Tools: Experience with system and network monitoring tools (e.g., SolarWinds, Nagios, Zabbix)
• Strong problem-solving skills with the ability to troubleshoot complex technical issues
• Effective communication skills for interacting with cross-functional teams and end-users.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines
• Strong attention to detail and proactive approach to infrastructure management
• Must be a U.S Citizen or Legal Permanent Resident.
• Favorable credit check for all cleared positions
• Successfully passing a background investigation including drug screening.
• Must have mobility to attend meetings with other managers and employees.
• Standing for prolonged and extended periods of time.
• Must be able to write, type and use a telephone system 100% of the time.
• Sitting for prolonged and extended periods of time.

Nice To Haves

• Experience with cloud computing environments (AWS, Azure) and cloud networking.
• Experience with configuration management tools (e.g., Ansible, Puppet).
• Knowledge of enterprise backup solutions and disaster recovery planning.
• Ability to troubleshoot equipment in the field which consists primarily of the IT equipment associated with LPR platforms and to conduct limited travel when required
• Network Certifications: Cisco Certified Network Associate (CCNA) or Barracuda equivalent
• CompTIA Network+
• System Certifications: Microsoft Certified: Windows Server (e.g., MCSA, MCSE) or Linux certifications (e.g., RHCE)
• VMware Certified Professional (VCP) or virtualization-related certifications.
• Security Certifications: CompTIA Security+ or Certified Information Systems Security Professional (CISSP).

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level