Systems Administrator

Leonardo DRS, Inc. • Dallas, TX

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About The Position

The Systems Administrator will manage and tune in-house computer systems and network connections to ensure high levels of availability and security of the supported business applications. Participate in the planning and implementation of policies and procedures to ensure system provisioning and maintenance that is consistent with company goals, industry best practices and regulatory requirements.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in business administration, management information systems, mathematics, information technology, or computer sciences and 2+ years of relevant experience
• Strong verbal, written and interpersonal communication skills
• Ability to work independently as well as cooperatively in a team-oriented environment
• Ability to successfully interact with other IT professionals and end-users
• Strong analytic and problem-solving skills
• Is open and responsive to change and demonstrates a commitment to the process of continuous improvement by identifying and responding actively and with sensitivity to the needs of all customers

Responsibilities

• Manage and maintain in-house computer systems, servers, network connections, and related hardware/software to ensure availability, security, and performance of business applications.
• Install, configure, monitor, and administer systems, applications, and devices (e.g., printers, scanners) while supporting upgrades, patches, and preventative maintenance.
• Administer end-user accounts, permissions, and access rights; provide service desk and technical support; and coordinate vendor service calls when needed.
• Perform system backups, restores, and security audits; analyze performance; and maintain reports on downtime, metrics, and system health.
• Support application development teams and system integration testing; participate in capacity planning, disaster recovery, and long-term strategic IT initiatives.
• Collaborate with end-users and technical staff to implement policies, procedures, and best practices that align with company goals, industry standards, and regulatory requirements.

Benefits

• medical
• dental
• vision coverage
• company contribution to a health savings account
• telemedicine
• life and disability insurance
• legal insurance
• 401(k) savings plan
• wellness programs
• programs and activities to support career-growth, professional development, and skill enhancement
• flexible work schedules with our 9/80 program
• competitive vacation
• health/emergency leave
• paid parental leave
• community service hours

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level