SYSTEMS ADMINISTRATOR

Syntech is seeking a Systems Administrator who will be responsible for the  maintenance, configuration, and reliable operation of computer systems and servers within the organization.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

• Actively resolve problems and issues with computer and server systems to limit work disruptions within the company.
• Participate in research and development to maintain and continuously improve the IT business needs of Syntech.
• Install and configure software, hardware, and networks.
• Perform server administration tasks including user/group administration, security permissions, group policies, print services, research event log warnings and errors, and resource monitoring, ensuring system architecture components work together seamlessly.
• Monitor datacenter health using preexisting management tools and respond to hardware issues as they arise.
• Help build, test, and maintain new servers, as needed.
• Maintain internal infrastructure requirements including laptop and desktop computers, servers, routers, switches, firewalls, printers, phones, security updates; support internet, intranet, LANs, WANs, and network segments.
• Interact with the help desk and other teams to identify root cause, assist with troubleshooting, and provide technical support, as needed.
• Perform routine/scheduled audits of the systems, including all backups.
• Setup and assign new VOIP phones within the web management console.
• Provide documentation and technical specifications for planning and implementing new or upgrades of IT infrastructure.
• Optimize, streamline, and automate infrastructure.
• Work with 3rd party software vendors to troubleshoot and resolve issues.

REQUIREMENTS:

• BS in Management Information Systems, Information Technology, Computer Science or other related discipline; will consider relevant years’ experience in lieu of degree.
• Extensive experience in diagnosing and repairing client/server issues, troubleshooting virtual applications and machines, and working with remote users.
• Minimum of 5 years’ enterprise system administration experience in an active directory environment.
• Minimum of 5 years’ experience in a virtualized server infrastructure using VMware vCenter.
• Comprehensive knowledge of network and systems security best practices.
• Considerable experience working with Windows Server Active Directory, DHCP, DNS, and Group Policy management.
• Extensive experience in change management and documentation.
• In-depth technical knowledge of Server 2019.
• Familiarity with Microsoft Exchange including new user creation, email archiving, and litigation searches.
• Experience administering VOIP phone systems, routers, firewalls and client VPN software.
• Ability to be on call and work after hours, as needed.
• Strong communication skills; comfortable interacting with a diverse audience (outside vendors, clients, employees, etc).
• Ability to manage multiple tasks; possess excellent time management and organizational skills.
• Must be able to physically bend, stoop, and lift up to 40 pounds, as necessary for equipment installations, workstation setups, etc.
• Multiple Technical Vendor Certifications, preferred.

Syntech job descriptions are meant as summarizations only. They do not necessarily reflect all duties and responsibilities of a position.

Syntech is a drug and alcohol-free work environment and Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer (Minority/Female/Disabled/Veteran)