Position Description Template - Senior Systems Administrator

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Job Description
Senior Systems Administrator
FLSA Status:
Exempt
Reports To:
Director IT operations
Department
IT Operations
Summary:
Plan, implement, oversee and maintain server and network infrastructures and projects.
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, Cisco, Citrix and VMware 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.
Other duties as assigned.
Minimum Requirements:
Bachelor’s degree in computer science (or related area) preferred.
Microsoft Certification (MCSE) or equivalent certification in relevant programs desired.
Advanced knowledge of Windows Server (2003/2008) /desktop Operating Systems (XP/7)
Managing in excess of 50 Windows Server infrastructure
Managing deployments/rollouts
Managing large scale Citrix/2X/Terminal Server installations
Managing server virtualization technologies like VMWare Server/ESX or Microsoft HyperV/Virtual
Server
A solid understanding of LAN/WAN networking
Cisco Certified Network Associate or Professional -CCNA/ CCNP MCITP Server
Group Policy design and configuration
Microsoft IIS administration and configuration
Migration of Exchange 2003 to Exchange 2010
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 Subnetting, 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 player

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