Systems Administrator | System Administrator | Sys Admin

Description

We are offering a long term contract employment opportunity for a Systems Administrator in CEDAR RAPIDS, Iowa, 52401-2550, United States. As a Systems Administrator, you will be responsible for managing and maintaining servers, load-balancers, and NetApps across various locations. Your role will also involve the development of new designs, architectures, and standards for large-scale distributed systems. You will also engage in service capacity planning, demand forecasting, software performance analysis, and system tuning.

Responsibilities:

Oversee the maintenance of servers, load-balancers, and NetApps across a diverse range of locations
Develop and implement new designs, architectures, standards, and methods for large-scale distributed systems
Participate in service capacity planning, demand forecasting, and software performance analysis
Conduct system tuning to ensure optimal performance
Use skills in Microsoft Windows Server, Virtualization, Cloud Computing, Active Directory, and System Administration to effectively fulfill job functions
Collaborate with other team members to ensure the smooth running of all systems
Respond promptly to system issues and resolve them in an efficient manner
Stay updated with the latest industry trends and best practices
Provide technical support and guidance to other team members as needed
Ensure all systems are compliant with security standards and policies.

Requirements

Must have a minimum of 2 years of experience in a Systems Administrator role or similar.
Proficiency in managing and maintaining Microsoft Windows Server environments is essential.
Familiarity with Virtualization technologies is required.
Experience with Cloud Computing platforms such as AWS, Google Cloud, or Azure is a must.
Must have in-depth knowledge and experience with Active Directory setup, configuration, and maintenance.
Demonstrable skills in System Administration, including monitoring system performance, ensuring system security, and troubleshooting system issues.
Excellent problem-solving skills and the ability to work under pressure are needed.
Good communication skills to interact with team members and explain technical information clearly.
Must hold relevant certifications in System Administration or related field.
Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
Willingness to keep up with the latest trends and technologies in System Administration.

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