Systems Administrator

Location: Bakersfield
Posted on: October 20, 2024

Job Description:

JOB SUMMARY

Under direction, maintains and troubleshoots complex server, network hardware and software as needed. Provides support to meet routine hardware and software (server) needs for the data center as well as the network connections from site to site.

EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE

1. Completion of a computer science program from a vocational/technical school preferred.

2. Bachelor?s degree in computer science, systems, business administration, or mathematics.

3. Relevant work experience and/or technical training may be substituted for academic requirements.

4. Industry-standard certification e.g. MCSE, Cisco Network Administration (CAN), A+, N+, S+, VMWare preferred.

5. Three or more years working in a Windows 2003 and/or 2008 AD environment with Exchange 2003 and/or 2010 providing support at the server level.

6. Three or more years working with Windows servers, virtualization software, Citrix, firewalls, routers, switches and VOIP.

7. Clean driving record and insurance required.

8. High school diploma or equivalent required.

JOB KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & ABILITIES

1. Comprehensive knowledge of Microsoft Server and Active Directory systems.

2. Proficient in the use and design of various applications such as IE ScripLogic (DA), VMWare, Citrix, Active Directory, MS Exchange, MS SQL Server.

3. Comprehensive knowledge of back up systems such as CommVault & VDR from VMWare.

4. Comprehensive knowledge of phone systems: Fax Server, Cisco Phone System, ZeaComm Configuration.

5. Comprehensive knowledge of general computer security technologies and wireless networking.

6. Strong problem-solving abilities. Ability to identify issues and problems within administrative processes, activities, and other relevant areas and make appropriate recommendations to management.

7. Must be able to work collaboratively with multiple internal departments as well as external organizations.

8. Proficient in the use of Microsoft Office applications; Excel, Word, Outlook.

9. Ability to continually re-prioritize to meet the needs of internal and external customers throughout the workday

10. Must be attentive to detail, accurate, thorough, and persistent in following through to completion of all activities, demonstrating initiative for completing work assignments.

11. Excellent communication skills; able to read, write, and speak articulately, using established channels of communication and reporting relationships within the organization. Ability to communicate effectively with all levels of internal/external staff, management, and vendors.

We are an equal employment opportunity employer and will consider all qualified candidates without regard to disability or protected veteran status.

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