Server Administrator

Description

CTG is seeking to fill a Server Administrator opening for our client in Anchorage, Alaska.

Location: Anchorage, Alaska

Duration: 12 months+

Responsible for managing and maintaining the servers, networks, and systems of a client organization. Plays a crucial role in ensuring the reliability, security, and performance the client's IT infrastructure.

Key Responsibilities:

• Server Installation and Configuration: Installing, configuring, and maintaining server hardware and software, including operating systems, applications, and security patches.

• System Monitoring and Optimization: Monitoring server performance, identifying and resolving issues, and optimizing system resources to ensure maximum uptime and efficiency.

• Security Management: Implementing and maintaining security measures to protect servers and networks from unauthorized access, viruses, malware, and other security threats.

• Backup and Disaster Recovery: Developing and implementing backup and disaster recovery plans to ensure data integrity and minimize downtime in case of system failures or disasters.

• User Support and Troubleshooting: Providing technical support to users, troubleshooting server and network issues, and resolving user-reported problems in a timely manner.

• Documentation and Reporting: Documenting server configurations, procedures, and troubleshooting steps, and preparing reports on system performance, security incidents, and other relevant metrics.

• Patch Management: Applying security patches, updates, and firmware upgrades to servers and network devices to address vulnerabilities and ensure compliance with security policies.

• Capacity Planning: Assessing current and future capacity requirements, recommending upgrades or expansions, and planning for the growth of server infrastructure to meet business needs.

• Automation and Scripting: Developing scripts and automation tools to streamline repetitive tasks, improve efficiency, and enhance system management processes.

• Collaboration: Collaborating with other IT teams, such as network engineers, database administrators, and software developers, to ensure seamless integration and operation of server infrastructure with other systems and applications.

• Continuous Learning: Stay updated with the latest technologies and best practices in server administration to effectively manage and support complex server environments.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, or related field. Equivalent experience may substitute for Bachelor's degree.

• Preferred certifications include Microsoft Certified Solutions Associate (MCSA) or Microsoft Certified Solutions Expert (MCSE) in Server Infrastructure, CompTIA Server+, Cisco Certified Network Associate (CNNA) or Cisco Certified Network Professional (CNNP), VMware Certified Professional (VCP) in Data Center Virtualization

• Proficiency in Windows Server, Linux, and Unix.

• Understanding of networking concepts, TCP/IP, DNS, DHCP, VPN, firewalls, routers, and switches.

• Experience with virtualization technologies such as VMware vSphere, Microsoft Hyper-V, or KVM.

• Knowledge of server hardware components, RAID configurations, and troubleshooting hardware issues.

• Familiarity with scripting languages like PowerShell, Bash, Python, or Perl for automating tasks and system management.

• Understanding of security best practices, access controls, encryption, firewalls, intrusion detection/prevention systems, and vulnerability management.

Excellent verbal and written English communication skills and the ability to interact professionally with a diverse group are required.

CTG does not accept unsolicited resumes from headhunters, recruitment agencies, or fee based recruitment services for this role.

To Apply:

To be considered, please apply directly to this requisition using the link provided. For additional information, please contact Rebecca Olan at 716-887-7371or rebecca.olan@ctg.com. Kindly forward to any other interested parties-thank you!

About Us

CTG is a leading provider of digital transformation solutions and services that accelerate clients' project momentum and achievement of their desired IT and business outcomes. Our vision is to be an indispensable partner to our clients and the preferred career destination for digital and technology experts. CTG has operations in North America, South America, Western Europe, and India. For more information, visit www.ctg.com.

Our culture is a direct result of the people who work at CTG, the values we hold, and the actions we take. In other words, our people are the culture. It's a living, breathing thing that is renewed every day through the ways we engage with each other, our clients, and our communities. Part of our mission is to cultivate a workplace that attracts and develops the best people, reflected by our recognition as a Great Place to Work-certified company in every country in which we operate.

CTG will consider for employment all qualified applicants including those with criminal histories in a manner consistent with the requirements of all applicable local, state, and federal laws.

CTG is an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer. CTG will assure equal opportunity and consideration to all applicants and employees in recruitment, selection, placement, training, benefits, compensation, promotion, transfer, and release of individuals without regard to race, creed, religion, color, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and gender expression, age, disability, marital or veteran status, citizenship status, or any other discriminatory factors as required by law. Our Affirmative Action program serves to promote occupational equality and diversity through good faith efforts. CTG is fully committed to promoting employment opportunities for members of protected classes.