Senior Systems Administrator (Grade 19)
About The Position
The Senior Systems Administrator performs technical work involving computer servers, networks, and related software and hardware. The position is responsible for provisioning, installing, configuring, operating, and maintaining server systems and related infrastructure in a Microsoft Windows-based network. Work includes planning and carrying out the selection, installation, configuration, maintenance, and testing of personal computers and server software and hardware across LAN or WAN networks. The role also provides end-user technical support for off-the-shelf and custom applications, desktop operating systems, and server operating systems. The City of Huntsville Information Technology Service Department provides IT services, develops and implements technology standards, maintains security policies and systems, and coordinates technology acquisition for City departments. Its goal is to deliver effective data-processing services and implement and support technologies and processes that improve service to City employees and staff productivity.
Requirements
- Bachelor's degree in computer science, MIS, Electrical Engineering, Mathematics, or a related discipline from a college or university accredited by a regional accrediting agency recognized by the U.S. Department of Education.
- Possess and maintain a valid driver's license.
- Successfully complete a pre-employment supplemental application.
- Successfully complete a pre-employment polygraph examination.
- Pass a fingerprint background check.
Nice To Haves
- Current certification in Microsoft methodologies, such as MCSA or MCSE.
- Knowledge, training, or experience with VMware software.
- Experience with server virtualization and Storage Area Network (SAN) technology.
- Five years of current Microsoft Windows System Administrator work experience.
Responsibilities
- Provision, install, configure, operate, and maintain server systems software and hardware and related infrastructure in a Microsoft Windows-based network.
- Plan and execute the selection, installation, configuration, maintenance, and testing of personal computers and server software and hardware across LAN or WAN networks.
- Provide end-user technical support for off-the-shelf applications, custom applications, desktop operating systems, and server operating systems.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Senior
