Job Description

Job Summary:

The Senior IT Systems Administrator is responsible for ensuring the stability security and efficient operation of the organizations computer systems and networks. This role involves planning implementing and maintaining IT infrastructure providing technical support to endusers and leading a team of systems administrators. The Senior Systems Administrator also plays a key role in identifying and implementing IT best practices and ensuring compliance with security policies and procedures.

1. System Administration:
   • Install configure and maintain servers operating systems and software applications.
   • Monitor system performance troubleshoot issues and ensure system availability and reliability.
   • Implement and maintain backup and disaster recovery solutions.
2. Network Management:
   • Manage network infrastructure including routers switches firewalls and VPNs.
   • Troubleshoot network issues optimize network performance and ensure network security.
   • Implement and maintain network access controls and policies.
3. Security Management:
   • Implement and maintain security measures including firewalls antivirus software and intrusion detection systems.
   • Conduct regular security audits and vulnerability assessments.
   • Respond to and mitigate security incidents and breaches.
4. Team Leadership:
   • Lead and mentor a team of systems administrators providing guidance and training.
   • Collaborate with other IT teams and departments to achieve organizational goals.
5. Technical Support:
   • Provide technical support to endusers including troubleshooting hardware and software issues.
   • Assist in the development and maintenance of IT documentation and knowledge base.
6. Project Management:
   • Plan and execute IT projects including system upgrades migrations and deployments.
   • Manage project timelines budgets and resources effectively.
7. Compliance and Documentation:
   • Ensure compliance with relevant IT regulations standards and security policies.
   • Maintain accurate and uptodate system documentation and configurations.
8. OnCall Responsibilities:
   • Participate in the oncall rotation to provide service for critical outages.
   • Follow the oncall policy for response time and other items as outlined.

The duties and responsibilities listed in this job description represent the significant responsibilities of the position.  Other duties and responsibilities may be assigned as required.

Qualifications :

• Bachelors degree in computer science Information Technology or a related field (or equivalent work experience).
• 5 years of experience in system administration with a focus on progressively more complex responsibilities.
• 5 years experience managing configuring and administrating LAN and WLAN controller switches and router technologies.  Cisco experience is a plus.
• Management experience with antivirus VPN Entra ID and MDM.  Experience with CrowdStrike Cisco AnyConnect and Microsoft Intune are a plus.
• Strong knowledge of operating systems (e.g. Windows Server) virtualization technologies and cloud computing platforms.
• Proficiency in networking concepts and protocols.
• Familiarity with cybersecurity best practices and tools.
• Project management skills.
• Strong problemsolving and communication skills.
• Relevant certifications (e.g. Microsoft Certified Systems Administrator CompTIA Network or Security Cisco Certified Network Associate) are a plus.
• Demonstrated experience and commitment to using ITILlike processes and supporting applications in a disciplined way to ensure timely and accurate services and reliable infrastructure environment information.

Other Skills:

• Must be able to accurately read interpret and relay technical information procedures and policies.
• Ability to deal with confidential information reliably and securely.
• Attentive to details and drives for appropriate precision in analysis and execution.
• Effective and precise written and verbal communication skills
• Selforganized and makes significant contributions to the departments organization.
• Continually works to improve and automate the environment
  
   

Additional Information :

The US base salary range for this fulltime position is $110000 $130000. Within the range individual pay is determined based on several factors including but not limited to work experience and job knowledge complexity of the role job location etc. Your Recruiter can share more details about the specific salary range during the interview process. In addition to your base salary HydraForce offers a comprehensive benefits package that includes health dental and vision plans; health savings accounts (HSA); flexible spending accounts; 401(K) retirement plan with employer match; wellness programs; life insurance; short and long term disability insurance; paid time off; and reimbursement of education expenses. Pay ranges included in the postings generally reflect base salary; certain positions may include bonus commission or additional benefits.

Health and Safety are fundamental values within the company. Employees receive a full complement of health benefits including Blue Cross/Blue Shield Health Insurance Dental Insurance Vision Tax Free Health Accounts (HSA/FSA) Employee Assistance Program Paid Time Off (PTO) plus Company paid Holidays.

Our employees enjoy an attractive compensation package to include market competitive salary Company paid and Voluntary Life insurance Disability coverage 401(k) with match bonus opportunities and more!

All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.

Remote Work :

No

Employment Type :

Fulltime

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