Job Description :
The Server Administrator is expected to possess experience in integrating multi-technology platforms, solid communication skills, and a desire to tackle the complex technical problems. Must be able to perform infrastructure architecture and troubleshoot complicated server and network issues. Must be able to work in a fast-paced environment driving performance and reliability from software, infrastructure and private cloud environments. This role requires strong technical proficiency in Windows Server 2008/2012, Microsoft Active Directory, Exchange Mail system, SAN storage management, spam filtering, load balancer, Cisco UCS, VMware (vCenter, vSphere, etc, Identity Management, and FTP and VDI.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
Manage and support Active Directory and Exchange mail server environment
Manage and support VMware, SAN storage, backups, patch management
Responsible for management and maintenance Windows servers in physical and VMware environment
Serve as a technical resource for existing and new projects and provide guidance/insight on projects.
Operate in a 24x7 highly scalable server infrastructure with emphasis on excellent time management skills, meeting strict deadlines.
Contribute in the architecture design, deployment and development of IT services and associated processes and procedures.
Responsible for management and maintenance Windows servers in physical and VMware environment.
Monitor systems and identify performance issues proactively.
Maintain and monitor all network, security and computer systems to meet the current and future requirements.
Work with various vendors and service providers to ensure a productive environment.
Resolve issues and prepare status reports.
Professionally represent the infrastructure team as a technical consultant on projects.
Maintain the necessary project plans and documentation of all system builds, modifications, and implementation.
Maintain a good working knowledge of current infrastructure and future trends.
Preserve strong relationships with all service providers and vendors to ensure that services received meet expected requirements of contract. Provide after- hour support as needed.
QUALIFICATIONS
Solid technical background in a multi-tenant hosted services environment including infrastructure network, storage, VM environment, and physical servers
Experience with incident ticketing systems, workstation management systems and desktop imaging.
Strong proficiency in Windows Server 2008/2012, Microsoft Active Directory, Exchange Mail 2013 system, SAN storage management, Barracuda spam filtering, load balancer, Cisco UCS, VMware (vCenter, vSphere, etc, FTP, F5 Load Balancer
Demonstrated proficiency with caching and configuring and managing load balancers and spam filtering tools.
Extensive knowledge of security as it relates to cloud based infrastructure.
Ability to identify incident trends in order to elevate incidents in accordance with standard protocols.
Able to gather relevant information systematically to troubleshoot and resolve complex issues.
Sound problem solving and decision making skills.
Good attention to detail, testing and documentation.
Knowledge of ITIL and industry best practices.
Strong virtualization experience.
Proven ability to work in a cloud based or hosting environment.
Strong oral and written communication skills.
EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE
Minimum 5 years of IT related experience and strong experience with Microsoft Windows Server Platforms in large data center environment.
MCSE and/or other Microsoft certifications are preferred.
Experience in EMC/Nimble SAN storage management.
Experience configuring and managing load balancers and spam filtering tools.