Systems Administrator III
NAES•Houston, TX
•$110,500 - $127,100•Onsite
About The Position
The Systems Administrator is responsible for ensuring the smooth and secure operation of computer systems-covering both hardware and software across physical and virtual environments. This position is responsible for maintaining core enterprise systems, ensuring data accuracy, and improving workflows that enable the organization to run smoothly. This position requires compliance with IT best practices and regulatory standards. This is a full-time, primarily in-person position located in our downtown Houston office.
Requirements
- Five years of experience in Windows System Administration
- Three years of experience with VMware vCenter in a clustered environment.
- Strong knowledge of Windows Server, including Active Directory, DNS, DHCP, Group Policy, WSUS etc.
- Strong knowledge of VMware clustered environments including performance tuning, load balancing, and the ability to perform upgrades and other maintenance.
- Experience with Veeam Backup & Replication.
Nice To Haves
- Knowledge of VMWare Horizon View or other VDI environments.
- Administrative experience with MSSQL such as managing permissions, performing backups, managing failover clusters.
- Some networking knowledge covering IP addressing, subnetting, DNS, DHCP, routing, firewalls, and common protocols like TCP/UDP, HTTP/S.
- Experience with scripting and automation tools, such as PowerShell, Python, and/or PDQ Deploy.
- Experience with monitoring tools such as Netwrix and SolarWinds or similar.
- Some knowledge of Linux/Unix systems.
- Experience following compliance standards such as NERC CIP, PCI-DSS, or SOC, or similar regulated environment.
- Experience with vulnerability scanning and remediation.
- Experience following structured change control procedures.
- Ability to relay technical information to non-technical coworkers is preferred.
Responsibilities
- Install, configure, and maintain Windows operating systems, virtual machines, and related software.
- Manage and maintain VMware vCenter and Horizon View environments, including virtual machine deployment, configuration, and monitoring.
- Design, implement, and maintain Windows Server environments, including Active Directory, IAM, DNS, DHCP, and failover clustering.
- Manage and maintain MSSQL Server environments including access management, performance tuning, and backup/recovery strategies.
- Troubleshoot and resolve technical issues related to Windows operating systems, virtualization technologies, and network connectivity.
- Develop and maintain technical documentation of IT systems and processes.
- Utilize backup tools to ensure that timely backups are performed and periodically test backup integrity.
- Stay up to date with industry trends, best practices, and security bulletins.
- Keep systems up to date with current security updates and vendor recommended updates.
- Investigate new technology and provide recommendations on system improvements and life cycle planning.
- Availability for after-hours support and maintenance as needed.
- Follow proper change control procedures and adhere to industry compliance standards.
Benefits
- Opportunities for career development and training
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Senior
