Server Administrator

Job Description

The Server Administrator is responsible for the maintenance, configuration, and reliable operation of servers, storage, virtualization, system patching and security, Azure, and Active Directory, including metric reporting and daily review of service delivery and availability.

Responsibilities

• Install and administer Windows 2016/2019/2022 servers

• Install server equipment in equipment racks for deployment

• Coordinate and schedule installation/upgrade tasks

• Write and maintain documentation of policies and procedures

• Review scheduled tasks and turnaround dates

• Manage user accounts in Active Directory

• Manage Print Servers/Queues

• Perform detailed analysis of system requirements to determine needs for preventative measures

• Is available nights and weekends as needed for upgrades/implementations/new deployments/support as necessary for business

• Testing products for release

• Capable of sharing knowledge with customers and peers

Skills/Requirements

• Bachelor of Science Degree in computer/equivalent is required

• Windows 2019/2022 Servers

• Virtual Server Farms (VMWare 7.x)

• Microsoft 365 Gov Cloud

• Strong experience with Active Directory, user management, and GPOs

• MCP certification beneficial

• Strong customer support experience

• Organized, and able to communicate well

• Experience with networking a plus

• Other pertinent certifications a plus

Preferred Qualifications

• Accredited degree or global equivalent in Computer Science, Engineering, Business Management, or related technical discipline

• May require Certified Network Engineer (CNE or CNE/NT) or Certified Network Administrator (CNA) credentials or other applicable certifications

• Five (5) years related experience in technical services for hardware/software engineering and/or production support of Information Technology (IT) services

• Ability to effectively adapt to rapidly changing technology and apply it to business needs

• Demonstrated strong technical and non-technical communication skills, both oral and written

• Strong team-oriented interpersonal skills