IT Systems Administrator (Linux & Windows)

Swatch Group

$80K — $95K *
Information Technology
5 - 7 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's Degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, or equivalent experience
  • 5-10 years IT experience in systems maintenance and implementation
  • Proficiency in Windows 10/11 and Server versions including configurations
  • Experience with Linux (RHEL 7/8/9) Server and Workstation
  • Familiarity with Microsoft Active Directory and Group Policies
  • Desirable certifications include CompTIA, Linux-focused, and project management credentials

Responsibilities

  • Maintain Linux servers and workstations, both physical and virtual
  • Plan and execute installations, upgrades, and maintenance of Linux systems
  • Provide help desk support and troubleshoot hardware/software issues
  • Monitor system performance and resolve issues proactively
  • Order and configure laptops, peripherals, and necessary supplies
  • Administer enterprise backup solutions and maintain IT inventory
  • Coordinate with internal and external IT entities for system integration and support

Benefits

  • Dynamic work environment with opportunities for technology testing
  • Collaborative culture with cross-department coordination
  • Hands-on experience with a range of EDA tools and IT systems
  • Contribution to IT budget planning and project management
  • Potential for professional development through desirable certifications
Full Job Description
Job description

Summary
Control all aspects related to Linux system administration in the Colorado Springs and Austin EM offices, including remote users/sites as applicable with adherence to Group IT policies. Support Windows users via Active Directory configuration.

Department: EM Microelectronic-US Inc.
Reports to: President, VP
FLSA Status: Exempt

Note: For this role, no remote or hybrid work model is possible ! The job is located in our offices in Colorado Springs

Essential Duties and Responsibilities
  • Maintain Linux servers and workstations on premises including hardware, software, and operating systems (physical and virtual)
  • Maintain Dell PowerEdge Servers and Dell hardware management tools (iDRAC).
  • Plan, coordinate, and execute Linux systems installations, upgrades and maintenance (patching)
  • Create and support user account setup using MS Active Directory
  • Provide help desk support for end-users, account setup and maintenance. Debug issues (HW/SW), network/VPN connectivity, App installation and troubleshooting
  • Monitor and resolve system performance issues
  • Specify and order laptops for end users, simulation servers, peripherals, and supplies
  • Install, configure, and deploy end-user HW, SW, printers, OS, applications, and patches
  • Maintain software licensing, subscriptions, IT inventory, and documentation
  • Maintenance of a variety of EDA tools, design kits, and support libraries in collaboration with EM HQ CAD and Linux support team
  • Administer enterprise backup solutions such as Veeam Backup & Replication
  • Coordinate with SGIT to ensure servers are properly integrated. Support SGIT with any disaster recovery/continuity testing
  • Coordinate and collaborate with EM HQ IT and Swatch Group IT as needed.
  • IT budget, master plan, and project tracking
  • New technology testing and implementation


Profile

Personal Attributes:
  • Excellent written and oral communication skills
  • Ability to multitask under pressure and meet deadlines
  • Strong organizational skills
  • Methodical and efficient problem solving and troubleshooting abilities
  • Flexible, energetic, and self-motivated
  • Ability to lift/move heavy equipment and work off/weekend hours occasionally


Professional requirements

Qualifications:

Education:
  • Bachelor's Degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, or significant industry experience can be applied without a degree
  • Desirable Certifications: CompTIA: A+, Network+, Security+, Linux+, Server+.
    Linux-Focused Professional Certifications: LFCSA, LPIC-1/2, RHCSA,
    Dell & Microsoft Certifications, CAPM/PMP

Experience:
  • 5-10 years of professional Information Technology experience maintaining, implementing, and modifying IT systems including hardware and softwareEssential:
  • Experience with Microsoft technologies including Windows 10/11, Windows Server 2016, Windows Server 2019, Windows Server 2022, AD, GPO's, IIS, RHEL 7/8/9 Server and Workstation, NFS

Desirable:
  • Foreman, Ansible, LVM, Samba, Apache, PHP, Mysql/MariaDB, Perl, FlexLM, rsync, shell scripts, DHCP, DNS, PBIS, NoMachine, EDA tools, Synology appliances, Infoblox, Lansweeper

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