Windows Server Administrator

Job Description:

We are seeking a highly motivated Windows Server Administrator who demonstrates a commitment to customer service and possesses strong technical skills. The ideal candidate will be proficient in working with Windows Server/desktop operating systems, user administration, file systems, software, and services.

Responsibilities:

• Administer Windows Server/desktop operating systems, users, file systems, software, and services.
• Understand server and various storage RAID configurations.
• Manage Active Directory, including backup and recovery of domain and GPO setup.
• Troubleshoot fundamental networking concepts such as DHCP, DNS, Routing, and Firewall.
• Apply fundamental security principles, including ACL and Encryption.
• Script using PowerShell, bash, ksh, or perl for automating routine tasks.
• Monitor system health and performance, provide statistics to identify bottlenecks, and lead optimization efforts.
• Plan and perform disaster recovery, including backup and restore for systems, applications, and data.
• Manage patch and firmware installations.
• Provide strong customer service with a plus-1 end-user support experience.

Skills:

• Highly organized, detail-oriented, and flexible to handle multiple assignments and meet deadlines.
• Exercise good judgment and render sound business decisions.
• Strong oral and written communication skills, with the ability to produce documentation on solutions and system design.
• Bachelor’s degree (preferably in Information Technology) with a minimum of 8 years’ experience in IT Support.
• Strong technical knowledge of various computing platforms from servers, networks, storage, including scripting experience for automation.
• Ability to lift/transport server equipment when needed.
• Provide off-hour, on-call support for workstation, server, and other system-related issues that require travel to various supported sites.
• Willing and able to work overtime and be flexible with work hours to respond to emergencies or scheduled work outside normal business hours.
• Have the means and ability to travel to various company locations.
• Must have a valid driver’s license.

Additional Information:

• Upon offer, the candidate must be on the submitting vendor’s W2.
• Face-to-face interviews are not required.
• Candidates must be authorized to work without sponsorship.
• No background check or drug screen is required.