Network Systems Administrator- (MCSE, CCNA)

The Systems Administrator will maintain, upgrade, and provide support for clients software, hardware, and networks. The Systems Administrator needs to be able to diagnose and resolve problems quickly be available to respond to help desk requests in a timely manner. The individual should be able to communicate technical concerns and solutions to many different people with varying degrees of technical knowledge as well as work with individuals in all departments to help solve their technical issues. The Systems Administrator is responsible for maintaining system infrastructure, computer equipment, back-ups, installing and updating software, installing and configuring computers.

This role works as part of our global IT team and needs to be able to collaborate with teammates and users across regions.

Responsibilities

Support, configure, maintain and upgrade corporate customer’s networks and in house servers

Assist in managing Azure and Office 365 environments

Install and integrate new server hardware and applications

Support and administer third-party applications

Ensure network security and connectivity

Monitor network performance (availability, utilization, throughput, and latency) and test for weaknesses

Set up user accounts, permissions and passwords

Resolve problems reported by end users

Help define network policies and procedures

Specify system requirements and design solutions

Research and make recommendations on server system administration

Provide IT support and mitigations for IT security events

Work as part of a global IT team to support business users and operations

Requirements

2+ years of experience in a network administrator role

Prior experience with Microsoft Windows Server System stack

Prior experience with Office 365, Azure management

Prior experience with firewalls, switching, network monitoring and VPN implementation, troubleshooting and problem resolution

Familiarity with backup and recovery software and methodologies

MCSE, CCNA, CCNP, CISSP certification a plus

BSc degree in Computer Science or related field or equivalent work experience

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