Systems Administrator I

Systems SpecialistCandidates MUST be WI residents or willing to relocate to WI at their own expense prior to starting. This position can work 100% remotely (within the state of WI).Under the day-to-day direction of the IT Systems Engineering Manager; the Systems Specialist helps to support the County's physical and virtual infrastructure, server applications, databases and security administration. Perform analysis, implementation, support, maintenance and monitoring of these systems while following County standards. Provide project management for small to mid-size projects.Key ResponsibilitiesThe following duties are most critical for this position. These are not to be construed as exclusive or all inclusive. Other duties may be required and assigned.Plan, procure, implement, support, maintain, monitor and troubleshoot the County's server infrastructure, databases and server/security applicationsCreate, modify and delete accounts for users, groups and servers in Active Directory.Implement and maintain security and standards for servers, databases and applicationsMonitor systems to ensure proper performance. Troubleshoot and repair issues, review and respond to alerts. Perform updates and regular maintenance on servers, databases and applicationsServe as project leader of small to mid-size server related projects. Write technical specifications, oversee budget and purchasing, coordinate resources and training, plan and perform installation and create documentationPerform backup and recovery of data/applications/systems and ensure its accuracyDocument systems, applications, inventory, licenses and procedures. Create training materials for IT and end users following defined documentation standards.Provide mentoring and technical support to other IT staff members. Consult with users to recommend ways IT can help them reach their goals in a cost effective mannerAssist in the development of IT controls, processes, standards, policies and proceduresBackup the Senior Systems Engineer, Systems Engineer, and Systems Technician as neededOn-call rotation for functional or hierarchical escalationEducation/Certifications/Experience RequirementsAssociate Degree in Computer Science or related fieldThree (3) years server experienceOr combination of education and experience that provides equivalent knowledge, skills and abilitiesValid driver's licenseThis position requires the successful completion of a sheriff's background and fingerprint check after the offerRequired or Preferred SkillsExperience configuring and supporting Microsoft Active Directory, Group Policy,Domains, Domain Schemas, Domain Name Systems (DNS), Dynamic HostConfiguration Protocol (DHCP) and Security Policy ConfigurationsExperience configuring, supporting and securing Microsoft Server Operating Systems (2012, 2016, 2019) and SQL Server (2012, 2014, 2016, 2017, or 2019)Experience supporting and securing virtualization technologies and configurations using VMware or CitrixExperience working with network storage (SAN, NAS, Backup, etc.)Experience supporting Microsoft ExchangeExcellent communication skills and exceptional customer facing skills with a high degree of professionalism. logical, clear, and concise written and verbal communication skills.Experience with handling sensitive and confidential informationMust display initiative, ability to work independently and within a team and be able to use independent judgment. Ability to react quickly to a fast paced, rapidly changing environment.Considerable ability to adapt, learn new technical concepts and perform in unfamiliar environments with or without formal trainingConsiderable ability to coordinate multiple tasks at once.Frequently required to bend, stoop, kneel and crouch.