System Admin

System Admin

Apex Informatics

Tallahassee, FL • On-site

Other

Posted 19 days ago


Job description

Title: System Admin
Location: Tallahassee, FL
Job Description:
Education
Bachelor's Degree or technical institute degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, or another related field. Or equivalent work experience.
Experience
  • 2 - 3 years experience with: Server 2012 R2, 2016, 2019, and 2022.
  • 2 - 3 years IIS Administration.
  • 2 - 3 years of network communications, including TCP/IP and DNS Samba/CIFS file sharing and NTFS permissions.

2 - 3 years of strong professional experience in AWS cloud systems is required.
  • 2 - 3 years of strong professional experience in Microsoft Azure cloud systems is highly desired. 2 - 3 years of experience with other cloud providers, such as Google Cloud Platform, is highly desired.
  • 2 - 3 years of professional experience in the administration of Microsoft software is highly desired.
  • 3 - 5 years of IT work experience in infrastructure/network environments in systems operations, support, maintenance, and administration.
  • 3 - 5 years of professional experience supporting middleware such as API Management, IT Service Automation tools, and batch job services is highly desired.
  • 5 - 8 years of professional experience in information systems engineering or a related field is required.

Primary Job Duties/ Tasks
The activities this candidate will be tasked with include, but are not limited to, the following:
1. Support and expand FDOT infrastructure.
2. Coordinate server configuration and administration with multiple parties (SDC and contractors).
3. Make recommendations for future server and software upgrades.
4. Monitor systems and applications to ensure security, availability, and performance.
5. Establish systems by evaluating network performance issues, including availability, utilization, throughput, goodput, and latency; planning and executing the selection, installation, configuration, and testing of equipment; defining network policies and procedures; and establishing connections and firewalls.
6. Maintains network and systems performance by performing systems monitoring and analysis, and performance tuning; troubleshooting systems and application problems; escalating problems to vendor.
7. Build and manage relationships in a matrixed environment.
8. Find opportunities to refactor solutions to obtain better performance, cost, and efficiency.
9. Create and manage Azure DevOps projects, git repositories, and pipelines.
10. Oversee and configure Azure DevOps organizational settings.
11. Recommend and assist with the building and hosting of complex application solutions.
12. Understand, deploy, and manage AWS, Microsoft Azure, and/or other cloud services.
13. Supports other IT staff, including developers.
14. Other duties as assigned.



Frequently asked questions

Q: What skills or qualities help someone succeed as a Systems Administrator?

A: To succeed as a Systems Administrator, key technical skills include proficiency in operating systems (Windows, Linux, macOS), network protocols (TCP/IP, DNS, DHCP), and scripting languages (Python, PowerShell, Bash). Additionally, strong problem-solving skills, attention to detail, and the ability to work collaboratively with cross-functional teams are essential soft skills, as they enable effective troubleshooting, communication, and stakeholder management. By combining these technical and soft skills, Systems Administrators can efficiently manage and maintain complex IT systems, ensuring high uptime, security, and scalability, which in turn supports career growth and effectiveness in the role.

Q: What is the career path for a Systems Administrator?

A: A Systems Administrator's typical career progression involves starting as a Junior Systems Administrator, responsible for maintaining and troubleshooting IT systems, progressing to a Senior Systems Administrator, overseeing system architecture and implementing security measures, and eventually becoming a Systems Engineering Manager, leading teams and developing IT strategies. Key opportunities for skill development include learning cloud computing, cybersecurity, and scripting languages, as well as obtaining certifications like CompTIA A+ or Cisco CCNA. Long-term career prospects may lead to roles such as IT Director, Cloud Architect, or even transitioning into related fields like network engineering or data science.



Apex Informatics job posting for a System Admin in Tallahassee, FL with a salary of $66,500 to $98,800 Annually with a map of Tallahassee location.