Senior Systems Administrator
About The Position
As a Senior Systems Administrator, you will be responsible for maintaining and optimizing the organization’s IT infrastructure, ensuring the stability, security, and performance of enterprise systems across servers, networks, and cloud environments. This role involves proactively monitoring and troubleshooting systems, implementing security protocols, managing backups and disaster recovery processes, and maintaining accurate documentation. You will collaborate with cross-functional teams to support technology initiatives and system enhancements, while also identifying and resolving technical issues and driving best practices. Success in this role requires strong technical expertise, a proactive mindset, and the ability to operate effectively in a fast-paced environment, along with mentoring team members and contributing to continuous improvement within IT operations.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in; Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field; equivalent experience may be considered
- Minimum of 5 years of professional experience in systems administration or IT infrastructure management
- Expertise in Windows Server, Active Directory, and virtualization technologies (such as VMware or Hyper-V)
- Strong knowledge of networking concepts, protocols, and troubleshooting (TCP/IP, DNS, DHCP, firewalls, VPNs)
- Proficiency in scripting and automation (PowerShell, Bash, or similar)
- Experience with backup solutions, disaster recovery planning, and business continuity strategies
- Familiarity with SCCM, Office 365, cloud platforms (Azure, AWS), and endpoint management
- Advanced problem-solving and analytical abilities
- Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail
- Ability to communicate technical information effectively with non-technical staff
- Strong commitment to security practices and regulatory compliance
- Ability to lead projects and mentor junior IT staff
Nice To Haves
- Relevant certifications preferred (such as Microsoft Certified: Azure Administrator, CompTIA Security+, VMware Certified Professional)
Responsibilities
- Serve as the secondary contact for end-user technical issues
- Install, configure, upgrade, and maintain internal hardware and software
- Troubleshoot system and network problems
- Manage user accounts, passwords, email, and related IT resources
- Assist users with remote access and productivity tools
- Perform system maintenance per IT policies
- Complete special IT projects as assigned by the IT Director
- Prioritize and resolve daily IT requests promptly
- Contribute to technology planning, implementation, and systems uptime
- Build SCCM application deployment packages and manage Cohesity backups and DR environments
- Independently resolve most system and network issues
- Conduct capacity planning, testing, and recommend improvements
- Maintain documentation and configuration records
- Enforce and monitor security and regulatory compliance, reporting findings to the IT Director
- Maintain vendor relations and stay updated on technology trends and pricing
- Recommend IT solutions that balance cost, risk, and service needs
- Regularly report IT issues to the Infrastructure Manager
Benefits
- Health, Dental & Vision Insurance
- Group Life & Long-Term Disability Insurance
- Flexible Spending & Health Savings Accounts
- Group Cancer Insurance
- 401(K) Retirement Plan w/Company Match
- Generous Vacation & Sick Time
- Employee Stock Purchase Plan (ESPP)
- Pet Insurance
- Retail Banking Benefits
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Senior
