IT Systems Administrator
About The Position
The Kendall Group is comprised of eight divisions with 75+ locations in ten states. Combined, we serve the Electrical, Automation, Pipe, Valve, and Fitting products, Steam, Lighting, Industrial Controls, and Instrumentation Industries. The Kendall Group is a 100% employee-owned company. Kendall offers a great opportunity for a rewarding career. Why The Kendall Group? Our employee ownership model is the core of who we are. You will not only own part of the company, but you will own your future. At Kendall, you'll have opportunities to learn and grow while being coached and mentored along the way. We're that company where people stay! We're proud to say more than 60% of our associates have more than 5 years of tenure, and more than 40% have greater than 10 years. At Kendall, you will be valued and supported, your ideas will be heard, your voice will matter, and you'll work alongside incredible people who care about your success. Reporting to the IT Systems Manager, the IT Systems Administrator is a key member of the Information Technology team. The IT Systems Administrator will be responsible for the day-to-day operations of our network, as well as planning and implementing new projects. The ideal candidate will have a strong understanding of network infrastructure, system administration, and security.
Requirements
- 2 years network and system administration experience
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office administrative product suite, Active Directory, Windows Server, and various LAN/WAN technologies
- Strong knowledge of TCP/IP, DNS, DHCP, and other networking protocols
- Experience with security tools and techniques
- Highly organized and detail-oriented
- Ability to multi-task and shift priorities as needed
- Ability to work in fast-paced, continuously evolving, and at times ambiguous environment
- Ability to work under pressure to meet deadlines
- Flexible and quickly adaptable to changing priorities
- Demonstrated problem-solving skills
- Strong interpersonal and customer service skills
- Ability to present information in a manner that can be understood by non-technical staff
- Must be able to stand, walk, climb stairs, lift, and move equipment weighing up to 50 pounds
Nice To Haves
- 4 years network and system administration experience
- Advanced degree or certification
- Proficiency with SIP telephony, VMware deployment and administration, Linux, and modern security frameworks such as ISO 27001, NIST, or NERC-CIP
Responsibilities
- Install, configure, and maintain network hardware and software
- Troubleshoot network issues, including network connectivity issues, network security issues, and network performance issues
- Administer, oversee, and audit user access controls and permissions
- Implement security measures to protect the network
- Monitor network performance, including bandwidth usage, latency, and CPU utilization
- Plan and implement network upgrades
- Provide technical support to system users
- Perform routine maintenance tasks on company computers as needed
- Keep up to date with new technologies and suggest improvements to network and infrastructure
- Perform other duties as assigned
Benefits
- Employee ownership model
- Opportunities to learn and grow
- Coaching and mentoring
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
Associate degree
