Systems Administrator Jobs

About The Position

Requirements

• In depth knowledge of Microsoft Windows operating systems and hardware.
• In depth knowledge of network-based applications, remote management software, imaging solutions, and help desk systems.
• Microsoft Certified Systems Expert certification or equivalent experience supporting Microsoft systems.
• Excellent organizational, project planning, and interpersonal communication skills.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Technical aptitude for computer equipment, especially relating to networks, servers, user devices, personal computing devices, and Macintosh and Windows Operating Systems.
• Ability to develop and present demonstration material to groups and individuals.
• Ability to interact with individuals at all levels of the organization.
• Citizenship or work authorization to work in the United States required.

Nice To Haves

• Support Apple based systems, including OS X and iOS devices.

Responsibilities

• Design, implement, support, and manage enterprise servers, systems, and managed services.
• Support computer hardware, devices, peripherals, equipment, and operating systems.
• Serve as liaison with technical vendors, contractors, consultants, and service providers.
• Administer and maintain various mobile device and other systems management systems, including Microsoft System Center and Casper.
• Support Apple based systems, including OS X and iOS devices.
• Provide consultative support to districts and other contracted customers.
• Administer and maintain various backup solutions used within the Bucks IU, including Crashplan and Microsoft DPM.
• Administer and maintain various server virtualization systems, including VMWare ESXi and Microsoft Hyper-V.
• Assist with the support of the Regional Wide Area Network (RWAN) and associated systems.
• Create and maintain excellent technical documentation.
• Administer and maintain Active Directory infrastructure.
• Assist with the creation and execution of technical bids and service contracts.
• Provide on-site and remote technical support; provide emergency on-call support for on-site and remote technical issues 24/7/365, as needed.
• Coordinate the team-effort to build and maintain program-specific software images for Windows based desktops and laptops.
• Present at/represent Bucks IU at regional, statewide, and national events, conferences, and workshops.
• Seek new and innovative ways to develop and deploy technical services for Bucks IU and countywide stakeholders.
• Provide technical support contact for conference rooms, audio visual equipment, and video conferencing systems, as needed.
• Provide timely recommendations to improve technical services.
• Create and deliver technical training schedules, content, and programs.
• Lead enterprise technical initiatives and projects according to specified budgets, timelines, and expectations.
• Configure devices for connection to network(s).
• Perform system and device installation within Bucks IU, its offsite locations, and school districts, as required.
• Identify computer-related problems and provide solutions, via telephone, personal contact, or remote diagnosis, for all IU staff users (help desk, software and hardware questions).
• Interpret, assimilate and utilize technical information relative to network hardware, software and peripheral equipment.
• Configure, test and repair computer equipment peripherals (scanners, cameras, printers, etc.) as necessary; Provide technical assistance for users and devices.

Benefits

• Salary can increase based upon education and relevant work experience.