MIS - LAN Administrator I

Gulf Coast Blood•Houston, TX

About The Position

Are you looking for more than a job? We are hiring a detail-oriented LAN Network Administrator I that can is responsible for planning and deploying major service upgrades including front and back office components and for enterprise level support of hardware, software, operating systems, and network systems. The LAN Administrator II is responsible for enterprise-level support including Windows server and all back-office components, File and Print shares, and network support. This role is great for those who have enthusiasm, good interpersonal skills, and excellent team skills and solution oriented. Just For You: Career advancement opportunities. Competitive compensation and benefits package. Engaging and exciting opportunity to SAVE LIVES. Tips to thrive in our culture: Embody our Core Values of Commitment, Integrity, and Respect Work to actively create experiences that inspire others to save lives, each and every day. Embrace doing it right, making connections, and creating desired experiences. Comply with all organizational policies and standards, including safety rules, and be willing to report actual and potential violations to the appropriate supervisor or manager.

Requirements

Bachelor’s Degree in Computer Science or a related field from an accredited college or university or at least five (5) years of experience with enterprise level support of personal computers in a networked environment and at least one (1) years’ experience and/or training in personal computer operating systems, applications and networking or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
Requires proficiency with Microsoft Active Directory, Windows Operating Systems (Server and Desktop), MS Office suite, TCP/IP and the Internet.
Command Line Interfaces experience preferred but not required
Valid Texas Driver's License and Acceptable Driving Record

Nice To Haves

Microsoft Certified Solutions Expert (MCSE) preferred
Microsoft Certified Systems Associate (MCSA) preferred
Microsoft Certified Solutions Master (MCSM) preferred
Microsoft Certified Information Technologies Professional (MCITP) preferred
VMWare Certified Professional (VCP) preferred

Responsibilities

Provides support for commercial and custom software applications.
Provides full support for Windows servers including hardware, operating system and network connectivity.
Provides full support for MS BackOffice Suite of Services including Exchange, Virtualization and Active Directory.
Provides assistance with file backup and restore, SQL, web and mail filters.
Provide full support of Donor-ID Application hardware and related kits used by Donor
Configure and maintain enterprise telephony including private branch exchanges (PBX), desk phones, cell phones, and voice mail systems.
Liaise with all telco-related providers.
Provide support and training for all employees on enterprise telephone systems.
Recommends areas for future automation and ideas that would promote cost savings, and/or more efficient computer performance or use, improved testing procedures, and/or enhance the software package.
Trains and assists PC Support analysts and users in daily activities as required.
Develops and administers policies for standardizing selection of personal computers, software, and related hardware.
Purchases personal computers, software and related hardware for all departments.
Track and maintain disposition of all personal computer equipment including purchase, use and disposal.
Develops and maintains Standard Operating Procedures for all PC and LAN related activities.
Troubleshoot ticket escalation from PC Support team
Assists with the Wide Area Network management and all the associated data communications issues at the facilities.
Assists in repair of personal computers and associated equipment for all departments.
Analyzes software problems and write program corrections and modifications.
Assists with maintaining wiring in network cabling closets and data center as needed.