Junior Systems Administrator

Position Summary:

The Jr. Systems Administrator will provide setup and support for Windows desktop, laptop, and server systems on physical devices and VMware virtual systems. They will demonstrate knowledge of physical computer hardware troubleshooting and virtual server software and hardware environments.

Responsibilities:

• Responsible for day to day operations of various end-user and enterprise Server technologies.
• Duties include installation, management, upgrade, monitoring, troubleshooting of the O/S, and physical and virtual server and end-user environments. Additionally, candidate may be responsible for Backup and Restore operations as needed and will collaborate with the Applications, Database, Network and other support teams as required. Will be involved in server/storage capacity management and reporting as well as disaster recovery operations activities.
• VMware administration including virtual server management, template building/updating, and monitoring. Familiar with VMware VSphere/VCenter 6.x environments
• Assist with day to day operations of data protection environments
• Connectivity troubleshooting for desktops/laptops, servers, and basic network issues
• Perform daily system monitoring, verify the integrity and availability of hardware, server resources, systems, and key processes, reviewing system and applications logs and verifying completion of scheduled jobs.
• Install new software releases, perform systems upgrades, evaluate and install patches.
• Assist in assuring the performance and availability of the systems.
• Ensures team documentation is accurate and maintained
• Install standalone and rack-mounted IT equipment, power, and cabling
• Perform after hours changes and troubleshooting as needed

• Knowledge of Windows desktop/laptop and server configuration and management.
• Knowledge of VMWare, vSphere, vCenter, and ESXi.
• Knowledge of file systems, file system management, and networked storage systems (CIFS/SMB, NFS) a plus
• Strong technical troubleshooting and resolution skills.
• Knowledge of Office365 a plus
• Excellent verbal and written communications skills.
• Ability to manage multiple projects, activities, and tasks simultaneously.
• Flexible with working hours to accommodate change windows
• Display willingness to help others, a pleasant personality, a courteous manner, and a professional demeanor