The Systems Administrator administers day-to-day operations of Microsoft servers and related applications and components typical to a Microsoft Windows Server environment. Provides integrated support and maintenance of Active Directory, operating systems, and network-based applications. Setup and configure Windows and ESXi server platforms with Company approved software. Serves as second and third-level support for servers and corporate applications related to problems that the IT Service Desk cannot resolve. Evaluates new hardware, operating systems, and related standards.

• Provide primary support for Microsoft Active Directory and Azure Active Directory.
• Manage VMWare VCenter environment for nearly 500+ virtual servers across multiple detached environments in different geographical regions.
• Identify and resolve system hardware and software-related issues and failures.
• Ensure business continuity.
• Effectively administer and enhance the Company's Active Directory environment.
• Provide management and maintenance of internal and external DNS.
• Responsible for developing, deploying, and administering Active Directory (AD) domain infrastructure. Including Sites, Services, and routing topology. GPO design, Organizational Unit structure, and overall security of Active Directory.
• Upgrade software components and install operating system upgrades as required.
• Monitor network and system performance and recommend/implement adjustments upon approval.
• Provide users with second and third-level technical support.
• Responsible for scheduled and on-call after-hours system support.
• Implement system and network changes in a controlled manner; adhere to company change control policies.
• Document network and system diagrams, process flow diagrams, and backup/recovery procedures.
• Installs, configure, and deploy server hardware and software, including operating systems, applications, and patches, to support and maintain effective network service operations throughout the enterprise.
• Supports, troubleshoots, repairs, and maintains server issues and security for enterprise and large-scale applications.
•  Manages, deploys, configures, and maintains servers in a virtualized and traditional environment.
• Assists in creating scripts to monitor systems, diagnostics, resolve issues, and automate routine tasks.
• Configure systems for high availability, including strategies for backup and recovery, failover, load balancing, and full redundancy.

The ideal candidate will have expert-level experience and skills to manage the company server infrastructure. Must be a seasoned professional who's been in the trenches and understands the technology impact on business processes and drives towards business success.

• Bachelor's degree in information technology or equivalent; or related experience in equivalent combination of education and work history.
• 5+ years of experience in a large-scale Microsoft Windows Environment including, but not limited to, Windows Server 2012r2 to 2019, Active Directory, MS Office 365, Azure Active Directory, and VMWare.
• Proficient in NAS, SAN, virtual data storage, and RAID configurations
• 5+ years of experience building and managing Active Directory configurations.
• Knowledge of HIPPA security protocols.
• N-Central knowledge is a plus but not required.
• Industry certifications are a big plus, but practical industry experience trumps all.

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