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NAVA Software Solutions

Sr. System Admin

Houston, TX · On-site

$79K - $107K/yr

The Senior Systems Administrator is responsible for the operations of servers, network, and container application stacks. They will serve as the main technical escalation point of the Systems ...

Conch Technologies Inc

SR. System Administrator

Houston, TX · On-site

$82K - $111K/yr

Job Title: SR. System Administrator Location: Houston, TX (Hybrid) Work Location: 601 Travis Street, Suite 1400, Houston, TX 77002 Duration: 12 Months Job Summary We are seeking an experienced Senior ...

Foxconn Assembly LLC

Senior System Administrator

Houston, TX · On-site

$82K - $111K/yr

The Senior System Administrator is responsible for designing, optimizing, and securing the ... Due to unrestricted privileged access (Domain Admin / Root) to critical intellectual property and ...

Stellar IT Group

Sr. System Administrator

Houston, TX · On-site

$82K - $111K/yr

Overview: Sr. System Administrator Houston, TX 6-12+ Months Contract Required Qualifications: * 7+ years of experience as a System Administrator, Infrastructure Administrator, Network Administrator ...

Fracht Usa

Senior System Administrator

Houston, TX · On-site

$80 - $100/hr

Senior System Administrator Full Time Clerical Houston, TX, US Salary Range: $80,000.00 To $110,000.00 Annually POSITION OVERVIEW We are seeking a Senior System Administrator to join our dynamic ...

Match Point Solutions

Senior System Administrator

Dallas, TX · On-site

$85K - $115K/yr

Senior System Administrator Location: Dallas, TX (Onsite) Type: Long-Term Contract (W2 or C2C) Rate: $ 70 - 80/hr Responsibilities: * Administer, maintain, and support enterprise-level Windows and/or ...

NAVA Software Solutions

Sr. Azure System Admin

Houston, TX · On-site

$82K - $111K/yr

The Systems Administrator Senior role is to design, install, administer, and optimize company servers, primarily in Microsoft Azure, and workstations to achieve system and business application high ...

Pae

Senior System Administrator

Houston, TX · On-site

$82K - $111K/yr

The Senior System Administrator will: * Perform daily maintenance and operations tasks related to Windows system administration in a multi-server environment. * Provide maintenance and performance ...

Avcend

Linux System Admin

Plano, TX · On-site

Senior SME Level with 10-12 years of experience required * Proven experience as a Linux System Administrator * Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field.

Fracht USA

Senior System Administrator

Houston, TX · On-site

$80K - $110K/yr

POSITION OVERVIEW We are seeking a Senior System Administrator to join our dynamic infrastructure team at a growing company. This role is pivotal in leading the development of internal RMM system ...

NAVA Software Solutions

Azure System Admin

Houston, TX · On-site

Houston TX - Hybrid (3 days in office, and 1 day from home (Tuesday or Wednesday) and 1/2 (morning) from home on Friday) Duration: 6-12 months The Systems Administrator Senior role is to design ...

GalaxE.Solutions

Senior System Administrator

San Antonio, TX · On-site

$77K - $105K/yr

Solutions is seeking a skilled and proactive System Administrator II to aid in the management, maintenance, and upgrade of their IT infrastructure. The ideal candidate will be responsible for ...

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What is a Sr System Admin?

Sr System Admins, or Senior System Administrators, are IT professionals responsible for managing and maintaining an organization's computer systems, servers, and network infrastructure. They oversee system performance, troubleshoot issues, implement security measures, and ensure data integrity and availability. Sr System Admins often lead projects, mentor junior staff, and play a critical role in planning and executing IT strategies to support business operations.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a Sr System Admin?

To thrive as a Sr System Admin, you need advanced knowledge of operating systems, network infrastructure, security protocols, and typically a degree in computer science or related field. Proficiency with server virtualization tools, cloud platforms (like AWS or Azure), and certifications such as Microsoft Certified: Windows Server or CompTIA Server+ are highly valuable. Strong problem-solving skills, effective communication, and the ability to work independently or lead a team set exceptional candidates apart. These skills and qualifications are crucial to ensure reliable system performance, security, and efficient IT operations in complex enterprise environments.

What are some common challenges Sr System Admins face when managing complex IT infrastructures?

Sr System Admins often encounter challenges such as integrating legacy systems with modern technologies, maintaining high system uptime, and responding quickly to security threats. Balancing proactive maintenance with urgent troubleshooting can be demanding, especially in large, distributed environments. Effective communication and collaboration with network, security, and development teams is essential to ensure seamless operations and swift issue resolution. Staying current with evolving technologies and best practices is also key to successfully managing these challenges.

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Senior system administrators typically earn higher salaries due to their experience, technical skills, and certifications such as CompTIA or Cisco. Their compensation can vary based on industry, location, and company size but generally reflects their advanced responsibilities managing complex IT infrastructure. They often receive benefits like bonuses, overtime, and opportunities for career advancement.

What does a senior system administrator do?

A senior system administrator manages and maintains an organization’s IT infrastructure, including servers, networks, and security systems. They troubleshoot issues, implement updates, and ensure system reliability, often using tools like scripting and monitoring software. They also provide guidance to junior staff and may hold certifications such as CompTIA Server+ or Microsoft Certified Solutions Expert.

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Sr. System Admin

NAVA Software Solutions

Houston, TX • On-site

$79K - $107K/yr

Full-time

Re-posted 20 days ago

Job description

NAVA Software solutions is looking for a Sr. System Admin
Details:
Sr. System Admin
Location: Houston, TX (Need to go to office for important meetings)
Duration: Full time/ Direct Hire
Summary:
The Senior Systems Administrator is responsible for the operations of servers, network, and container application stacks. They will serve as the main technical escalation point of the Systems Administration team and provide technical mentoring to Systems Administrators. The Senior Systems Administrator will work with reviewing and planning the installing, configuring, deploying, supporting and decommissioning IT infrastructure. The role has a major component of writing and maintaining custom scripts for integration between internal and external. System Administrators commonly install and configure new applications that are deployed on servers.
Senior Systems Administrators are responsible for creation and maintenance of our server and container environments that integrate with internal and external applications hosted in a hybrid cloud.
Experience:
  • At least 3, prefered 5, years of professional experience as a Systems Administrator
  • At least 1 years of professional experience actively troubleshooting any version of Linux/Unix in a production environment.
  • At least 1 years of experience with Windows and Active Directory.
  • Preferred, 1 years of experience with container creation and management
  • Preferred, 1 years of experience with cloud management or migration.

Certifications
  • Red Hat Certifications for systems administration including RHCSA, RHCE, and RHCA are desired but not required.
  • Oracle Certification for Database Administration is desired but not required.
  • SaltStack Enterprise Administration I and SaltStack Enterprise Administration II are desired but not required.
  • Docker Certified Associate is desired but not required.
  • Certified Kubernetes Administrator is desired but not required.
  • AWS Certified Cloud Practitioner or above is desired but not required.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:
  • An in-depth understanding of Linux and Windows system administration is required.
  • An in-depth understanding and demonstrated skill using a Bourne-compatible shell is required.
  • An in-depth understanding and demonstrated skill using one of the following languages is required: Powershell, PHP, Python, or Perl.
  • A solid understanding and knowledge of centralized configuration management of Linux systems using Salt, Chef, Puppet or similar is required.
  • A working knowledge of log aggregation and collection technologies such as Rsyslog, Logstash, or Splunk is required.
  • Strong oral and written technical communication skills are required.

Essential Functions:
Business Impact Projects and New Technologies
  • Following the business strategy and mission serve as a Subject Matter Expert (SME) for projects to support growth and our customers
  • Identify and introduce projects that support other business units

Research and implement new technology
  • As directed or approved by Infrastructure Services Manager, identify potential solutions to company objectives using new or existing tools.
  • Implement new technologies or integrations to achieve business objectives as directed by Infrastructure Services Manager.

System Administration
  • Maintain, configure, and secure production Linux and Windows servers including patching, installing new packages/applications, and provisioning new servers.
  • Maintain and configure development environments in support of software developers

Troubleshoot and resolve issues.
  • Serve as an escalation point for issues and incidents
  • Assist in troubleshooting application issues
  • Maintain automated monitoring systems
  • Respond to and resolve issues escalated by automated monitoring system
  • Determine Root Cause to produce solutions to issues

Centralized Management
  • Use centralized management tools to ensure compliance with policy across server environments.
  • Use automation tools to allow patches and updates to be applied across server environments in batches.
  • Ensure automated and manual patching of systems

Mentor other Systems Administrators
  • Serve as mentor and skill leader for other Administrators

Mysql Server Administration
  • Maintain and oversee proper functioning of mysql servers.
  • Scripted backups
  • Access controls, user permissions, regular audits
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NAVA is a strategic partner for companies seeking to develop or customize software and products. Our team of experts leverages cutting-edge technology and deep industry knowledge to provide customized solutions that drive business success. Whether you're looking to improve your operations, increase efficiency, or bring a new product to market, NAVA has the expertise and resources to help you achieve your goals. Trust us to be your partner in software and product development.

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