Job Description :
Windows System Administrator
Bethesda, MD or Pasadena, CA - candidate can work on either site, but if they want to work on-site in CA they will need to travel to MD for training. Travel expenses will be paid for.
6+ Months
Mode of Interview Phone & Face to Face (Prefer) but open for Skype / WebEx
Job Information
We are seeking a Sr. Window System Administrator to support our world-class computing infrastructure. This is an important role for our business and presents an opportunity to implement and optimize the latest hardware and software solutions.
Key Job Functions
Implement and support infrastructure solutions in sophisticated, high-performance trading environments that demand stability, tremendous throughput and low latency
Support systems deployment, configuration management and application installations
Education
Bachelor''s degree in engineering or related field
Specialized Knowledge & Skills
The successful candidate must have an in depth knowledge of current Windows information technology systems, infrastructures, and technologies.
Candidate must also have significant technical background, experience and familiarity with Windows servers: Design, Configuration, and Administration of Windows 2008r2 or 2012 r2.
Also possess strong knowledge of Active Directory and GPO management experience.
Ability to work independently with some guidance from supervisor/manager
Strong analytical skills; Able to assess and solve issues in a high-pressure environment.
Able to work effectively with other groups and teams.
Strong knowledge of supporting MS tools (SCCM, SCOM, MDT, DNS, networking, storage, clustering
Scripting and/or programming (Power Shell, VB Script or other)
Configure, maintain, monitor, and troubleshoot windows software deployment
Reviewing service related reports such as backups; maintenance; and monitoring on a daily basis
Participate in researching solutions to various business and technical problems; evaluate alternatives; and provide recommendations
Establishing and performing maintenance plan activities
Provide Tier 3 support for customers and technical staff
Performance analysis, tuning and optimization on various hardware platforms
Experience with VoIP communications systems.
Work as technical liaison between liaison between management, employees, vendors, support, and consultants.
Windows certifications, such as those provided by Microsoft, desired
Ability to troubleshoot and repair complex technical problems with team members, customers, and vendors quickly and effectively
Process-oriented team player with excellent communications skills