Job#: 3021316 Job Description: Administer and manage the operations of computer systems related to servers, virtualization, storage, network, and support software infrastructure. The primary focus for this position is on the efficiency, stability, and resiliency of technical infrastructure. Systems administrators should possess strong problem-solving, analytical, and communications skills, in addition to in-depth technical knowledge of systems hardware and software.
Accountabilities: - support existing applications and projects by responding to incidents, problems, and service requests.
- Operate in accordance with the client's control processes and follow IT guidelines.
- Install operating system software, patches, and upgrades.
- Support the organizations vulnerability management and patching efforts.
- Perform routine on-call rotation.
- Analyze, troubleshoot, and resolve system hardware, software, and networking issues, involving third-party vendor support as needed for quick resolution of problems.
- Configure, optimize, fine-tune, and monitor operating system software, servers, storage, virtualization software, and network devices.
- Assist with integration of cloud application and infrastructure services into existing IT systems.
- Ensure infrastructure and cloud services align to IT roadmaps; understand and convey potential impact to client's services and architecture.
- Perform system backups and recovery.
- Secure systems to meet corporate standards and best practices.
- Perform root cause analysis for service interruption recovery and recommend preventative measures.
- Assist with development and maintenance of disaster recovery processes and procedures.
- Assist with development and maintenance of infrastructure configuration, documentation, processes, standards, and procedures.
- Manage administrative tasks related to the position and comply with client's policies and procedures.
- Manage departmental internal controls and regulatory issues.
Qualifications: - Bachelor's degree in relevant field or equivalent experience.
- 3+ years' experience in a corporate environment with IBMi, Windows, or Linux servers, storage area networks, and/or network firewalls, switches, load balancers, and other network equipment
- Experience with VMware or other hypervisors.
- Experience with enterprise backup/restore, email servers, web servers, SharePoint, and/or other enterprise applications.
- Experience with Microsoft Cloud solutions (M365, Exchange Online, SharePoint Online, OneDrive) is a plus.
- Experience with Center for Internet Security (CIS) benchmarks is a plus.
- Experience with Red Hat Enterprise Linux (RHEL) is a plus.
- Strong verbal and written communications skills that promote effective working relationships in a team-oriented environment
- Experience with scripting languages, especially Windows PowerShell, is desired
- Ability to positively engage, self-motivate, and possess a strong desire to learn.
- Ability to complete tasks within set project and budgetary parameters and targets.
Apex Systems is a world-class IT services company that serves thousands of clients across the globe. When you join Apex, you become part of a team that values innovation, collaboration, and continuous learning. We offer quality career resources, training, certifications, development opportunities, and a comprehensive benefits package. Our commitment to excellence is reflected in many awards, including ClearlyRated's Best of Staffing in Talent Satisfaction in the United States and Great Place to Work in the United Kingdom and Mexico. Apex uses a virtual recruiter as part of the application process. Click for more details.
Apex Benefits Overview: Apex offers a range of supplemental benefits, including medical, dental, vision, life, disability, and other insurance plans that offer an optional layer of financial protection. We offer an ESPP (employee stock purchase program) and a 401K program which allows you to contribute typically within 30 days of starting, with a company match after 12 months of tenure. Apex also offers a HSA (Health Savings Account on the HDHP plan), a SupportLinc Employee Assistance Program (EAP) with up to 8 free counseling sessions, a corporate discount savings program and other discounts. In terms of professional development, Apex hosts an on-demand training program, provides access to certification prep and a library of technical and leadership courses/books/seminars once you have 6+ months of tenure, and certification discounts and other perks to associations that include CompTIA and IIBA. Apex has a dedicated customer service team for our Consultants that can address questions around benefits and other resources, as well as a certified Career Coach. You can access a full list of our benefits, programs, support teams and resources within our 'Welcome Packet' as well, which an Apex team member can provide.
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