Job Description :
Role: Windows System Administrator
Location: Minneapolis, MN - Remote thru year end, then onsite
Duration: 3 months contract + Possible extension
Interview: WebEx - Only local candidate.
Note :: Must have 10 years Windows Server experience and be very strong with PowerShell.
Top Skills
Must have skills:
Strong experience with Microsoft Windows Server
Experience administering and supporting global Microsoft Windows Active Directory networks
Experience administering VMware vSphere environments
Experience administering and supporting Office 365, and Azure
Experience developing PowerShell scripts (fairly advanced)
Nice to have skills:
Ansible
ServiceNow
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The Senior Systems Administrator is responsible for the Windows Server, VMware and shared storage environments which includes designing, implementing, and supporting these core infrastructure services. In addition, this individual will also be responsible for assisting the application, database and developer teams with new system design, implementation and testing of mission- critical business systems.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES:
Plan, design, implement, and optimize datacenter and branch office server/virtualization/storage infrastructures.
Plan, recommend and implement changes and enhancements to the server/virtualization/storage infrastructures.
Configure new and existing technology solutions according to best practices.
Manage existing technology solutions to ensure they are secured, available and perform optimally.
Provide recommendations to management resulting in purchases and installation of hardware and software solutions that will support current or future business needs.
Assess complex projects with a variety of requirements quickly, correctly prioritize tasks, provide accurate time estimates, and complete tasks in a timely manner while communicating changes and updates.
Utilize advanced technical knowledge to analyze, log, track and resolve complex software/hardware issues pertaining to TCP/IP networks, servers, virtualization, storage and applications to meet business needs.
Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure alignment and issue resolution.
Adhere to and promote existing ITIL processes and standard procedures.
Develop standards and processes for Level 1 and 2 staff.
Provide remote support for our global operations.
This position will require participation in a rotating on-call schedule for 24x7 global support.
SKILLS, KNOWLEDGE & EDUCATION:
Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, related technical field, or equivalent practical experience is required.
5 - 7 years of corporate IT experience as a Systems Administrator in a global environment.
Strong experience with Microsoft Windows Server 2008, 2012, 2016 and 2019
Experience implementing, administering, and supporting global Microsoft Windows Active Directory networks including Directory Services, DNS, DHCP, Client, GPO and Security.
Experience implementing, administering, and supporting storage area networks, rack mount and blade servers and VMware vSphere environments.
Experience administering and supporting Office 365 and Microsoft Exchange Server.
Experience developing PowerShell scripts for administration tasks.
Azure experience, including Azure Active Directory will be considered a strong asset but is not required.
Maintains and continuously builds upon technical knowledge within areas of expertise.
Stays current with new and evolving technologies via formal training and self-directed education.
Ability to quickly learn new technologies is required.
Certifications in MCSE and/or VCP is preferred