Systems Administrator – Aurora, CO

Position Overview:

• Resolve software and related problems associated on Windows
• Coordinate hardware maintenance and repairs with vendors
• Install OS, firmware, and application patches, updates and tech bulletins in the production environment
• Assist Compliance and Security administrators with related tasks as required
• Assist administrators to maintain the environment as required
• This position will support, monitor and maintain an IT infrastructure consisting of Windows Enterprise servers. Job duties include supporting over 30 production servers and 300 client computers in a LAN/WAN environment. You will be a member of a Network Operations Team in Aurora, CO.
  

Qualifications & Educational Requirements:

• Bachelor’s degree in computer engineering or a related area
• Must have three (3) to five (5) years’ experience in maintaining and supporting a Microsoft environment
• Required certifications:
  • Must have active/valid Sec+CE (or higher IAT level certification)
  • Microsoft Certification (MCSE) or equivalent certification in relevant programs
• Skilled in Microsoft Windows Server 2008, 2012, and 2016
• Demonstrated knowledge with Windows Servers, Server Operations, Server applications, etc.
• Demonstrated knowledge with both physical and virtualized servers, especially VMware
• Strong record of completed projects across various computing platforms.
• Functional knowledge of network topologies.
• Demonstrated knowledge with TCP/IP, DNS, 802.1x, and DHCP protocols
• Skilled in Server hardware troubleshooting and configuration
  

Preferred Additional Skills:

• Experience with Microsoft SQL Server 2008 and 2016 in a clustered environment
• Demonstrated competencies with Networked Attached Storage
• Commitment to continual development of technical skillsets and knowledge sharing
• Experience and knowledge of Cisco, network devices, firewalls and routers, etc.
• Ability to work independently as well as part of a team
• Demonstrated competencies with Windows 7, Windows 10, and associated software
• Must be customer service oriented
• Ability to communicate effectively both orally and in writing
• Must be able to respond to system outages during off-hours
  

Responsibilities: 

• Install, configure, update, and maintain Microsoft (MS) Windows servers in a large, complex environment
• Managing servers and upgrades. Manage GPOs and Active Directory structure. Handle data collection and reporting.
• Implement complex hardware deployments, software upgrades, and significant operational initiatives
• Work with vendors to isolate and resolve hardware problems to include component replacement
• Addresses and rectifies server problems, works with Microsoft or other vendors as necessary
• Maintain and upgrade automated scripts for application products to facilitate operational tasks
• Monitor system capacity (CPU, memory, ports, disk space, etc.) and take appropriate action to report and correct any issues
• Plan, deploy, and document new servers, printers, devices, and services
• Assist in planning and deployment of disaster recovery procedures
• Ensure that external and internal regulations and policies governing data management are met, including regulations concerning security, audit readiness, and privacy
• Organize and prioritize IT related activities.
• Understanding of setup/use/troubleshooting of software deployment and support of Maintenance Windows
• Work with team and security auditors for regular ATOs and CRRIs.
• Install rack-mounted IT equipment, power, and network cabling