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Position Details Job order - J0417-0766 - Permanent Full Time Title System Administrator Category Database Administration City Lafayette, Louisiana, United States Job Description System Administrator Position Description Responsible for the operational support, planning, implementation, and performance tuning and recovery procedures for mission critical enterprise systems. Serves as a technical expert in the area of system administration for complex server and desktop operating systems. Investigates and analyzes feasibility of system requirements and develops system specifications. Your future duties and responsibilities • Install new or rebuild existing servers and configure hardware, peripherals, service, accounts, and storage in accordance with company standards and operational requirements • Repair and recover data from hardware or software failures • Develop and maintain installation configurations, instructions and knowledgebase • Perform ongoing performance maintenance, hardware upgrades, and resource optimization as required • Maintain data center environment and monitor equipment • Research and recommend new and innovative solutions, utilizing automated approaches for system administration task • Perform daily monitoring, verifying the integrity and availability of all hardware, server resources, systems and key processes. Reviewing system and application logs and verifying completion of schedule jobs and backups • Apply OS patches and upgrades for servers and desktops on a monthly basis and upgrade administrative applications and tools • Recommend process improvements and implement new systems on the network by conducting research on new products and how to implement them • Conduct periodic performance reporting to support capacity planning • Respond to and resolve incident and service request tickets in Sysadmins support queue • Mentor and train other junior system administrators • Stay abreast of the latest product upgrades to ensure that all systems software is up to date as possible Required qualifications to be successful in this role • Working knowledge of networks, PC’s and operating systems such as Windows 10, Windows 7, Microsoft Server 2003/2008 R2, 2012, 2012 R2 • Must have experience in configuring DHCP and DNS services • Must have experience with Microsoft Active Directory • Must have experience with scripting languages such as JavaScript and PowerShell • Must have configuration experience with VMware, vSphere, ESXi • Must have working knowledge of MS Exchange, SharePoint, and SCCM • Minimum of Associates degree in Computer Science or Engineering • 3-5 years of experience in related field or as a system administrator • Industry standard certifications such as:MCSA / MCSE / VCAP • Must be able to work off hours and weekend in an on call capacity It is an extraordinary time to be in business. As digital transformation continues to accelerate, CGI is at the center of this change—supporting our clients’ digital journeys and offering our professionals exciting career opportunities. At CGI, our success comes from the talent and commitment of our professionals. As one team, we share the challenges and rewards that come from growing our company, which reinforces our culture of ownership. All of our professionals benefit from the value we collectively create. Be part of building one of the largest independent technology and business services firms in the world. Learn more about CGI at www.cgi.com. No unsolicited agency referrals please. CGI is an equal opportunity employer. All CGI offers of employment in the U.S. are contingent upon the ability to successfully complete a background investigation. Background investigation components can vary dependent upon specific assignment and/or level of US government security clearance held. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to their race, ethnicity, ancestry, color, sex, religion, creed, age, national origin, citizenship status, disability, medical condition, military and veteran status, marital status, sexual orientation or perceived sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, and gender expression, familial status, political affiliation, genetic information, or any other legally protected status or characteristics. CGI will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with CGI’s legal duty to furnish information. Skills Reference 538697 Click here to apply