Windows/Linux Systems Administrator - HYBRID

Company and Role:

Dedicated Tech Services, Inc. (DTS) is an award-winning IT consulting firm based in Columbus, OH. We now have an opening for a Systems Administrator Windows/Linux. You will contribute to the network team in a variety of ways from creation, patching and management of workstation images to virtual machines to ensure a stable and secure network for the client.

Highlights and Benefits:

• Hybrid
• W2 hourly pay rate up to $35hr or salaried equivalent
• Government Environment
• Direct W2 hourly or salaried applicants only (no corp-to-corp subcontractors, third parties, or agencies)
• Paid time off and holidays for salaried employees
• 401K, billable bonus, and health, life, vision, dental and short-term disability insurance options for all
• DTS is a proud Women Business Enterprise (WBE) and Woman Owned Small Business (WOSB)!
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Job Description:

We are hiring an experienced Windows/Linux Systems Administrator to work for us as our direct, W2 salaried or hourly employee. You will:

• Ensure all workstations and servers under the responsibility of SoS are patched in accordance with SoS standards using MS ECM and/or Intune.
• Develop and maintain all workstation images for deployment to new workstations using MS ECM.
• Reviews and evaluates configuration and operations of any server & network-based systems
• Evaluates new server hardware and/or software for potential implementation in SOS environment
• Identifies, designs & documents server configurations & physical layouts
• Make purchase recommendations
• Prepares appropriate server reports for long range planning
• Assists manager in design of new network, wiring plans, equipment purchases & related functions.
• Install, configure, and maintain virtual infrastructure
• Maintains industry knowledge of VMWare virtual technology & storage systems
• Facilitate managed services provider access and service for Windows & Linux operating systems (e.g., Inoapps and OIT Backup processes).
• Monitor backup logs for issues and take corrective action when needed.
• Install, configure, update & maintain web server software specifically Microsoft's Internet Information Services (IIS) on DMZ & LAN
• Maintains web system performance by performing system monitoring, analysis & performance tuning;
• Troubleshooting system hardware, software & operating & systems; tracking system capacity (e.g., CPU, memory, disk space) & reporting/correcting any issues
• Install upgrades, security patches, & monitor for intrusion signs & other security vulnerabilities
• Deployment, administration & operational support environments (e.g., production, UAT, & development) for multiple projects using IIS
• Automate delivery of new server environments leveraging VMWare technology
• Under direction of Network Infrastructure Manager
• Ensures technical direction of applications & solutions both within & across business area portfolios while ensuring strong alignment with business strategy
• Installs/maintains server-based hardware & related equipment; administer networks-based applications (e.g., Azure/Entra ID, AD, DNS, DHCP)
• Administers global naming conventions throughout server environment
• Maintains third-party server applications software
• Assists with architecture of cloud based solutions & maintains current Microsoft Azure, Entra ID & Microsoft 365 Technologies including Defender ATP.

Required Skills and Experience:

• 5 years of experience configuring and maintaining images and application deployments using Microsoft ECM and Intune
• 5 years of experience supporting and troubleshooting Windows Server including IIS administration and desktop operating systems such as Windows 10.
• 5 years of experience working with complex Group Policies
• 5 years of experience configuring and maintaining VMWare ESXi hosts including building new VMs, taking snapshots, and performing necessary updates
• 5 years of experience with configuring and maintaining various aspects of Azure.
• 5 years of experience with PowerShell to retrieve and manipulate information in Azure.
• 5 years of experience with enterprise backup and restore applications.

Desired Skills and Experience:

• Certifications such as MSCA/E or other pertinent Microsoft related certifications will be beneficial.
• Ability to interpret and write technical documentation; communicate verbally and in writing on technical and non-technical matters.
• Ability to gather, collate, and classify information about data, people, or things
• Intermediate to advanced knowledge of Active Directory, MS Azure, Exchange Online, O365, and SQL.

Those authorized to work in the US are encouraged to apply. We are unable to sponsor at this time.

Dedicated Tech Services, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer

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