The Senior Systems Administrator at SWATX will take on a pivotal role in our IT infrastructure, responsible for managing and supporting complex IT systems across the organization. This role involves high-level oversight and advanced troubleshooting, ensuring that our servers, networks, and applications operate optimally, securely, and efficiently.
Key Responsibilities:
- Oversee the design, deployment, and maintenance of server and network infrastructure.
- Implement security best practices and conduct regular system audits to ensure compliance and data integrity.
- Lead system upgrades, updates, and enhancements while managing related documentation and procedures.
- Monitor system performance and troubleshoot issues to improve reliability and efficiency.
- Develop and maintain backup and disaster recovery plans to secure critical data.
- Provide mentorship and guidance to junior system administrators and IT support staff.
- Work collaboratively with IT leadership to develop strategic initiatives and projects to enhance IT services.
- Ensure timely responses to technical support requests and maintain documentation of system configurations and issues.
Requirements
Qualifications:
- Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field.
- 5+ years of experience in systems administration or a similar IT role.
- Extensive experience with server and network management, including virtualization and cloud services.
- Strong expertise in security protocols and best practices for system integrity.
- Proven ability to troubleshoot complex IT issues effectively and efficiently.
- Excellent communication skills to liaise with technical and non-technical stakeholders.
- Experience in mentoring or training junior staff is preferred.
- Relevant certifications such as VMware Certified Professional, Microsoft Certified: Azure Solutions Architect Expert, or similar credentials are highly desirable.