Systems Engineer chez None

OVERVIEW

We are seeking an experienced Systems Engineer to support our client, a large Non-Profit based in Manhattan, NY.  The System Administrator is responsible for managing and maintaining multi-site Servers (Windows, Linux, VMWare, Azure Cloud environment).  

This position is paying between $85,000-$105,000 annually. Pay will be based on experience. 
    
RESPONSIBILITIES
•    Windows Server/Active Directory administration
•    Security and antivirus protection administration
•    Server and network backup configuration and management,
•    Exchange and Directory File Services management and administration
•    Mobile device configuration and management. VPN and mobile management tools.
•    Participation in infrastructure and network projects including setup, configuration and support of new technology.
•    Proposing and implementing hardware, security, software options to improve infrastructure.
•    Participation in security audits, intrusion testing activities. Remediation of any findings
•    Disaster preparedness
•    Maintain current hardware and software patch and release levels for servers and associated applications.
•    Create, maintain and manage Power Shell scripts. Document scripts and record changes.
•    Administration of logs, mailboxes, accounts, mail groups, personal and Share folders
•    Troubleshoot and resolve Exchange or DFS related issues. Resolve mailbox issues if required.
•    Troubleshoot and Monitor backup and replication process
•    Ensure proper Security access procedures are implemented and maintained
•    Schedule, monitor and report on all network server backup jobs. Adjust backup schedules to guarantee data availability and system performance.
•    Perform system and data restores to support business requirements.
•    Implement and maintain data archiving processes and procedures.
•    Perform maintenance on backup jobs, including all file and email servers.
•    Troubleshoot and resolve backup issues.
•    Verify completion of scheduled backup jobs on a daily basis
•    Provide maintenance and support of physical and virtual servers, including monitoring, verifying available server resources, patching or updating software and hardware.
•    Perform day-to-day administration of Active Directory, including creating, disabling, or removing AD user accounts.
•    Manage the Group Policy policies, implementation and file permission assignments.
•    Maintain and extend ADFS services as required
•    Review system audit logs and alerts as required. (Solar Winds)
•    Perform other job-related duties as assigned
    
QUALIFICATIONS

•    5 -7 years in a Windows System administration role or equivalent.
•    3+ years MS-Exchange and Directory File Services administration
•    Experience and knowledge - MS SQL Server Active Directory, DNS, DHCP, Exchange, Group Policy, PowerShell, Proof Point, Faddom
•    Virtualization implementation and administration – VMware, VSphere, ESXi hosts
•    Excellent Storage knowledge and experience – HP3PAR, NetApp
•    System Backup/Restore - Veeam,
•    Excellent knowledge of Network and hardware technologies - switches, routers, firewalls - CISCO
•    Very strong analytical, problem solving, and debugging skills.
•    Highly organized and detail oriented with outstanding verbal and written communication skills.
•    Ability to express technical concepts effectively both verbally and in writing.
•    Ability to work well independently and with people of varying degrees of technical expertise.
•    Solid communication and negotiation skills with 3rd party vendors, IT staff and business areas
•    Ability to travel between sites in the 5 boroughs as needed.  
•    Desire to grow and capability to learn.
•    BS/BA Computer Science or equivalent
•    MCSE, CCNA, VCP a plus
    
MEASUREMENTS
•    Customer Satisfaction rating. 
•    Ensuring the client is properly supported. 
•    Technical Certifications.