Senior Server Administrator

Summary
Administers and deploys infrastructure including hardware, software, and various configurations. Provides administration and maintenance of user devices and communications links to assure operational availability. Administers and tests server hardware and software. Performs remedial maintenance of server devices including the restoration of hardware and software.
Description

Position Purpose:

Administers and deploys infrastructure including hardware, software, and various configurations. Provides administration and maintenance of user devices and communications links to assure operational availability. Administers and tests server hardware and software. Performs remedial maintenance of server devices including the restoration of hardware and software.

What You'll Do:

• Administers use, capacity and performance of server systems. Focuses on multiple aspects of server operations across multiple platforms. Works with end users and vendors to resolve server issues.
• Upgrades and configures server devices from multiple vendors. Maintains effective relationships with external suppliers to ensure appropriate levels of support. Schedules, plans, and performs system upgrades, including coordinating the transition from test to production environments.
• Confers with users to resolve problems affecting server performance. Validates and adjusts server configuration as needed. Generates server utilization/trending/error reports as requested. Observes and controls the status and performance of all components of server/system facilities.
• Maintains control of server devices. Control access to, and authorization level of devices. Maintains effective security/backup and disaster recovery processes and systems. Performs data backups and disaster recovery operations as needed.
• Address vulnerabilities within audit-mandated time frames. Ensure server compliance with audit requirements. Participates in continuous review and remediation to ensure that processes meet changing business unit conditions.
• Creates and maintains process and procedure documentation. Provides feedback on commonly encountered problems and misunderstandings to enhance user documentation and/or training programs etc. Works with others to establish and improve processes and procedures.
• Updates knowledge and skills to keep up with rapid advancements in server administration technology.

Work Environment: Fast paced, multi-platformed environment which may require action and response 24X7 to support the technical business needs of the customer.

To Qualify for This Position, You'll Need:

This position requires a clearance which require U.S. citizenship to obtain.

Required Education:

• Bachelor's degree in a job-related field

Degree Equivalency:

• Associate's degree plus an extra 2 years job-related work experience for a total of 6 years of required work experience (see "required work experience")

OR

• 8 total years required job-related work experience

Required Work Experience:

• 4 years of server or other job-related experience.

Required Skills and Abilities:

• Strong technical knowledge of servers, communications, and related hardware and software.
• Knowledge of server technologies and platforms.
• Strong technical skills including problem analysis of server systems.
• Able to gather information to troubleshoot various server problems.
• Strong organizational and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to communicate technical issues with non-technical people.
• Strong customer service skills.
• Strong knowledge of common server administration, monitoring and security utilities.

Required Software and Other Tools:

• Strong understanding of relevant server hardware and software.

We Prefer that You Have:

• Proven experience in agent management across diverse endpoint operating systems including Windows, Unix/Linux, and IBM z/OS (zLinux).
• Strong understanding of endpoint security and compliance practices, with a focus on maintaining consistent agent performance and health across platforms.
• Demonstrated ability to maintain and evolve tool roadmaps, ensuring alignment with organizational goals and technology standards.
• Experience collaborating with vendors to ensure toolsets remain compliant with licensing, security, and operational requirements.
• Ability to assess and integrate vendor updates into existing infrastructure while minimizing disruption and ensuring compatibility.
• Excellent documentation and communication skills, especially in tracking tool lifecycle, versioning, and upgrade planning.
• Familiarity with enterprise IT environments, including infrastructure monitoring, automation, and configuration management tools.
• 5 years-of experience working in infrastructure/server environments performing monitoring (hardware and/or software) and implementations
• Preferred Licenses and Certificates: Comptia A+, Network +, Security +

What We Can Do for You:

We understand the value of a diverse and inclusive workplace and strive to be an employer where employees across all spectrums have access and opportunity to develop their skills, advance their careers and contribute their unique abilities to the growth of our company.

Our comprehensive benefits package includes:

• 401(k) retirement savings plan with company match
• Subsidized health plans and free vision coverage
• Life insurance
• Paid annual leave - the longer you work here, the more you earn
• Nine paid holidays
• On-site cafeterias and fitness centers in major locations
• Wellness programs and a healthy lifestyle premium discount
• Tuition assistance
• Service recognition

What to Expect Next:

After submitting your application, our recruiting team members will review your resume to ensure you meet the qualifications. This may include a brief telephone interview or email communication with our recruiter to verify resume specifics and salary requirements. Management will be conducting interviews with those candidates who qualify with prioritization given to those candidates who demonstrate the preferred qualifications.

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