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Job details
Domain
Performance and Support
Job field / Job profile
IT - Tool / system / telecom network administrator
Job title
Senior Systems Administrator
Employment type
Permanent
Professional category
Professional, Engineer & Manager
Part time / Full time
Full-time
Job description
POSITION SUMMARY:
Responsible for the organization's entire IT infrastructure, focusing on the design, implementation, maintenance, and security of complex systems. This is a senior-level position that often involves project leadership, mentoring junior staff, and resolving the most complex technical issues.
Key Responsibilities:
• System and Network Management: Install, configure, and maintain servers, network devices (routers, firewalls), operating systems (Windows, Linux/Unix), and software applications.
• Performance and Optimization: Monitor system performance, analyze data, and implement enhancements, upgrades, and patches to ensure optimal performance, availability, and capacity.
• Security and Compliance: Implement, and monitor security protocols, including access controls, firewalls, and data protection measures, to safeguard the organization's data and systems.
• Troubleshooting and Support: Diagnose and resolve complex hardware, software, and network issues, often serving as an escalation point for junior IT staff or internal customers of IT.
• Project Management: Lead or serve as a subject matter expert on IT projects, such as system upgrades, migrations to cloud platforms (AWS, Azure), and new system deployments.
• Backup and Disaster Recovery: Design and implement robust backup and recovery procedures and test disaster recovery plans to ensure business continuity.
• Automation and Documentation: Automate routine tasks using scripting languages (e.g., PowerShell, Python) and create and maintain comprehensive technical documentation, policies, and procedures.
• Leadership and Mentoring: Supervise, train, and mentor junior IT staff members, promoting professional development and effective teamwork.
Candidate skills & requirements
Required Skills and Qualifications:
• Education: A bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field is required. However, extensive experience may be a substitute in certain situations.
• Experience: 5-10 years of professional systems administration experience is a prerequisite, with a proven track record of managing complex IT environments.
• Technical Expertise:
o Proficiency in various operating systems (Windows Server, Windows, Linux).
o Experience with virtualization technologies (VMware Specifically).
o Strong understanding of networking concepts (LAN/WAN, TCP/IP, DNS, DHCP).
o Familiarity with cloud computing platforms (AWS and Azure at a minimum).
o Experience with the deployment and maintenance of storage systems (SAN, NAS) both Fiber Channel and iSCSI is required.
o Some experience with database administration tasks is a required.
• Soft Skills:
o Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills.
o Strong communication skills, both written and verbal, to interact with technical and non-technical staff.
o Leadership and project management abilities.
o Ability to work independently, prioritize tasks, and manage multiple projects simultaneously.
Annual salary
$90K-$120K
Job location
Job location
North America, United States, Washington
City (-ies)
18225 NE 76th St WA - 98052 Redmond
Applicant criteria
Minimum education level achieved
Bachelor's Degree
Minimum experience level required
More than 5 years
ITAR Controlled Position: Select "Yes" if role requires U.S. citizenship/permanent residency
Yes
