Sr. Systems Administrator

W2 Contract - Hybrid

USC/GC only - No Third Parties

Local to the Tampa Bay Area

Job Description

The Systems Administrator role is to ensure the stability, integrity, and efficient operation of systems that support core organizational functions. We are looking for a resource to work on a range of projects. The projects consist of specific tasks for O365 Administration, Active Directory, Group Policy, VMware ESX/vSphere, Veeam, DNS and SMTP Exchange. Documentation creation is a very important concept for all projects and being able to use automation to improve processes

Responsibilities include but are not limited to:

• Ensure that server systems and applications are available, reliable, and meet the service delivery needs of the University.
• Identify and coordinate installation, upgrades, and ongoing support of the server system environment.
• Respond quickly and appropriately to service desk tickets and keep everyone updated on status.
• Coordinate and execute upon approved adjustments and changes that increase performance and availability.
• Ensure high availability and acceptable levels of performance of mission critical server systems.
• Provide up-to-date system documentation and inventories. When necessary, work in concert with software and hardware vendors for problem resolution.
• Ensure integrity and availability of data through continuous assessment of data backup operations.
• Provide advance notification of all planned server systems and network outages within a robust change control environment and set realistic expectations on availability.
• Coordinate and communicate closely with management and service desk during all unplanned outages.
• Collaboratively work with members of Information Technology and Security as necessary to resolve issues or assist with projects as assigned.
•  Adhere to policies and procedures as defined by Information Technology, Security management and leadership.

Knowledge & Experience

• Proven experience in overseeing the design, development, and implementation of software systems, applications, and related products.
•  Proven experience with systems planning, security principles, and general server management best practices.
• Demonstrated experience with Windows System and advanced knowledge of Active Directory, Group Policies, Single Sign On, AD Federation, DNS, DHCP.
• Strong knowledge of VMware ESX / vSphere.
• Strong knowledge of SAN Storage Configuration and Administration.
• Strong knowledge of PowerShell Scripting.
• Working knowledge of Office 365 Administration
• Working knowledge of IaaS, PaaS, and other cloud technologies.
• Strong understanding of technical troubleshooting methodology.
• Ability to facilitate problem-solving among administrative groups with varying needs and priorities, and to communicate well with administrative users, technical staff, and senior management.
• Ability to communicate ideas in both technical and user-friendly language.
• Excellent understanding of the organization’s goals and objectives.
•  Knowledge of applicable data privacy practices and laws.
• Good project management skills.
• Excellent written, oral, and interpersonal communication skills.
•  Ability to conduct research into systems issues and products as required.
• Highly self-motivated and directed, with keen attention to detail.
• Proven analytical and creative problem-solving abilities.
• Able to prioritize and execute tasks in a high-pressure environment.
• Strong customer service orientation.
• Ability to work in a team-oriented, collaborative environment.
• Perform cost-benefit and return on investment analyses for proposed systems to aid management in making implementation decisions.
• Conduct research on software and systems products to justify recommendations and to support purchasing efforts.
• Interact and negotiate with vendors, outsourcers, and contractors to secure system-related products and services.

Requirements:

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Technologies or related field
• 3 to 5 years experience working as a Systems Administrator
• Microsoft Certifications Preferred