System Administrator

Job Duties & Responsibilities:
Design, install and configure internal and customer facing servers, network devices and firewalls.
Proactively manage and maintain server, network and firewall systems
Administer and support core Microsoft technologies
Develop and implement project plans, risk assessments and contingency plans
Design and implement monitoring, configuration management and reporting functions that will make a hands-off environment
Define and document best practices and support procedures
Provide after-hours support for Infrastructure related emergencies as well occasional weekend Maintenance
Maintain inventory and asset configuration documentation
Assist with hardware, firewall, telecom and software vendor evaluation, recommendation and negotiations.
Mentor / cross train team members on existing and new technologies
Carry out special tasks at Management's direction
Interact with customers and staff at the technical level, as required and,
Other duties as assigned.

Skills and Certifications Required:
Microsoft Certification (MCSE) or equivalent certification in relevant programs desired.
Advanced knowledge of Windows Server (2012/2016) /desktop Operating Systems (windows 10)
Managing in excess of 10 Windows Server infrastructure
Managing deployments/rollouts
Managing large scale Citrix/2X/Terminal Server installations
Managing server virtualization technologies like VM Ware Server/ESX or Microsoft Hyper/Virtual Server
A solid understanding of LAN/WAN networking
Cisco Certified Network Associate or Professional -CCNA/ CCNP MCITP Server is preferred
Group Policy design and configuration
Microsoft IIS administration and configuration
Manage Exchange server 2016
Manage Skype for businesses server 2016
Manage SharePoint server 2016
Linux/UNIX administration
Active Directory/LDAP user and group administration
Ability to troubleshoot network issues including back bone infrastructure issues
LAN Routing and Switching design, configuration and troubleshooting (VLANs, IP Sub netting, 802.1Q trunks)
Strong communication and documentation skills
Flexible and able to adapt to a rapidly changing environment
Must be organized and have the ability to manage projects of varying length
Positive, self-motivated individual who can complete tasks independently
Must be a team play