Systems Administrator I

CERIS • Fort Worth, TX

4d • $61,053 - $98,334 • Onsite

About The Position

The Systems Administrator is responsible for the maintenance, configuration, and reliable operations of servers, and virtualization. This includes monthly upgrades for servers and monitoring of server performance. This role works closely with developers, technical coordinators, and technical support teams. This is an onsite position.

Requirements

• Working knowledge of virtualization, VMWare, or equivalent technology
• Experience with PowerShell, or other scripting languages required
• Experience with both on premise as well as cloud-based release processes including building automation APIs
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Demonstrated ability to provide superior service to internal and external stakeholders
• Associate or Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or equivalent experience required
• Minimum of 2 years of professional experience working as a Systems Administrator

Nice To Haves

• Knowledge of DevOps and development lifecycles is a plus
• Experience with MS SQL is preferred, but not required
• Microsoft Windows System Administration and/or other IT certifications are a plus

Responsibilities

• Responsible for the maintenance, configuration, and reliable operation of computer systems, Windows servers, while working collaboratively with QA, software development, and IT on a daily basis
• Hands-on experience designing and implementing end to end continuous Azure delivery pipeline utilization
• Troubleshoot hardware and software errors by running diagnostics, documenting problems and resolutions, prioritizing problems, and assessing impact of issues
• Provide documentation and technical specifications to IT staff for planning and implementing new features or upgrades of IT infrastructure
• Perform or delegate regular backup operations and implement appropriate processes for data protection, disaster recovery, and failover procedures
• Research and resolve basic network, hardware and software application problems
• Future growth responsibilities to include Azure DevOps, development lifecycle while supporting deployment pipelines
• Additional duties as assigned

Benefits

• Medical (HDHP) w/Pharmacy
• Dental
• Vision
• Long Term Disability
• Health Savings Account
• Flexible Spending Account Options
• Life Insurance
• Accident Insurance
• Critical Illness Insurance
• Pre-paid Legal Insurance
• Parking and Transit FSA accounts
• 401K
• ROTH 401K
• paid time off

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: Associate degree