Position Summary

As a Systems Administrator at Samuel Engineering, you will play a pivotal role in ensuring the smooth operation and security of our IT infrastructure. Aligned with our core values of innovation, collaboration, and excellence, you will be responsible for:

Infrastructure Management: Planning, preparing, and managing system infrastructure, including databases, computer and network equipment, and other software and hardware.
Adaptability: Quickly adapting to obstacles and changes to maintain system performance and reliability.
Problem-Solving: Evaluating systems, identifying areas for improvement, and recommending innovative solutions.
Leadership: Providing project leadership and mentoring junior team members.
Security: Monitoring, evaluating, and maintaining systems and procedures to protect our data systems and databases from unauthorized access.
Automation: Writing custom scripts to reduce manual tasks and improve efficiency.
Teamwork: Collaborating with colleagues to ensure projects are completed effectively and efficiently.
Innovation: Challenging the status quo and bringing forward new ideas to improve our IT systems and processes.

By embodying our core values and effectively executing these responsibilities, you will contribute significantly to the success of Samuel Engineering.

Essential Job Functions

Experience in system administration/engineering and IT support
Experience in system design, implementation and management
- ITSM Tools (ie FreshService)
- Microsoft Server 2019 +
- Advanced Active Directory, O365, Entra ID (Azure AD), and Intune
- Microsoft Server SQL, RDS, and System Center Configuration Manager (SCCM)
- Nutanix AHV, VMWare ESXi, Dizzion Frame DaaS
- PowerShell, batch scripting, and automation.
- Operating system hardening, deployment, virtualization and templates
- System performance and optimization configuration
- Zoom Suite including Zoom Phone
- LAN/WAN network technologies, including TCP/IP, Subnetting, Firewalls, and VLANs
Certifications: Possess active technical certifications from vendors like Microsoft, VMware, Cisco, Palo Alto, AWS (preferred)
Product experience: Nutanix, Nasuni, Palo Alto, and Meraki (preferred)
Soft Skills:
- Exceptional Networking Skills: Ability to build and maintain strong relationships with colleagues, clients, and vendors.
- Detail-Oriented: Meticulous attention to detail and accuracy in work.
- Scheduled Task Drive: Proven ability to prioritize tasks, meet deadlines, and manage time effectively.
- Self-Motivation: Ability to work independently and take initiative without constant supervision.
- Flexibility and Adaptability: Willingness to adjust to changing priorities and work environments.
- Demonstrated Cyber Security Expertise: Strong understanding of cybersecurity best practices and a commitment to protecting sensitive information.
- Creative Problem-Solving: Ability to think outside the box and develop innovative solutions to complex challenges.
- Strong Work Ethic: Reliable, dedicated, and committed to achieving goals.

DIRECTION RECEIVED

Supervision, administration, and assignments are given by the IT Manager

Direction Of Others

While not directly responsible for supervision, this position regularly provides guidance and mentoring to junior Specialists/Technicians and Interns.

Minimum Qualifications

Systems Administration experience
Bachelor's degree or Equivalent combination of experience and training
Good problem-solving abilities and the ability to multi-task
Ability to work in a fast-paced team environment
Good organizational, communication, and interpersonal skills
Ability to work independently, and on multiple platform
Flexibility to work off hours on-demand
Willingness to learn and take on different responsibilities when required

Minimum Qualifications Per Job Level

Systems Administrator Intern - Education = Junior or Senior in Accredited University
Systems Administrator IV - Education = Bachelor's or equivalent
Systems Administrator III - Education = Bachelor's or equivalent; Experience = 2 years
Systems Administrator II - Education = Bachelor's or equivalent; Experience = 4 years
Systems Administrator I - Education = Bachelor's or equivalent; Experience = 6 years
Sr. Systems Administrator IV - Education = Bachelor's or equivalent; Experience = 10 years
Sr. Systems Administrator III - Education = Bachelor's or equivalent; Experience = 12 years
Sr. Systems Administrator II - Education = Bachelor's or equivalent; Experience = 14 years
Sr. Systems Administrator I - Education = Bachelor's or equivalent; Experience = 14 years

WORKING CONDITIONS

Work will be mainly conducted in-office; however, employee may be assigned to work at other office locations from time to time. Overtime may be required at times to make deadlines.

TRAVEL REQUIREMENT

Infrequent domestic travel to various office locations.

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