Sr. Systems Administrator (39838)

divh2Sr. Systems Administrator/h2pIDEALFORCE has a contract position available immediately for a Sr Windows Administrator to join our customer in Phoenix, AZ. This is an ONSITE position and requires an in-person interview. Kindly respond with your most up-to-date resume if you would like to pursue this opportunity. Only local candidates are considered./ph3Job Description/h3pThe Senior Systems Administrator Consultant, under direct supervision of the Infrastructure Manager, will be primarily responsible for assisting to manage the entire infrastructure for the agency and work on special technical related projects./ppDescription of duties:/pulli65% of the resources time will be spent on special technical projects./lili20% of the resources time will be assisting to manage the entire infrastructure for the agency./lili15% of the resources time will include other duties as assigned./li/ulpActive IT related projects:/pulliActive Directory/GPO review/redesign/liliVDI Refresh/liliTroubleshooting Network bottlenecks/liliServer Performance Enhancements/liliNetwork Diagraming/liliServer Room Cabling and Identification/liliEndpoint Detection Solution/liliData Audit and Access Governance Solution/liliHyper-V Virtual Machine Backup Solution/liliExchange 2013 migration/liliAgency Disaster Recovery Failover Test/liliDisaster Recovery Enhancements/li/ulh3Qualifications/h3pExtensive experience in Active Directory/ppExtensive GPO experience/ppExtensive experience with Windows Servers Platform/pp2008 R2/pp2012 R2/ppExtensive experience in MS HyperV Administration/ppExtensive experience with HP Switches/ppExtensive experience with Juniper/Checkpoint firewall/ppExtensive experience with Network Architecture/ppExtensive experience in supporting LANs/ppExtensive experience in supporting WANs/ppExtensive experience with DELL Hardware/ppExperience with BES12/ppExperience in IT Security/ppMS Exchange 2007/2013 Server/ppAnti-Virus Applications (ESET NOD 32)/ppExperience with Watchguard/Barracuda Spam Appliances/ppPolicy Based Encryption Client Software (Dell DDP)/ppExperience with SQL Server 2005 and/or 2008/R2 is a plus/ppExperience with project management process/ppThe ideal candidate will have the following knowledge, skills, abilities:/ppBachelors degree in Computer Information Systems or related field, CompTIA A+, Network+, Security+, MCSE, CCNA/pp7+ years network infrastructure experience, (LAN, WAN, Frame Relay, Wireless), HP, DELL, CISCO, Juniper hardware/ppKnowledge of Juniper firewalls, HP ProCurve switches, Cisco switches, HP Wireless solutions, SIEM, Symantec Backup Exec, ESET NOD32 Antivirus Business Edition, Solarwinds, Intermapper, SQL 2003/2005/2008, Norstar PBX/ppExcellent working knowledge of Windows 2008/2012, Active Directory, MS Exchange, DNS, DHCP, IIS, SQL Server and related applications/ppExcellent working knowledge of Windows 7, Office 2010, VISIO, MS Project, Adobe Acrobat, etc./ppSkill in network design, procurement, installation and implementation/ppSkill in establishing and maintaining effective working relationships to manage complex integrative projects/ppSkill in problem identification and formulation of alternatives and solutions to maintain operational integrity of the enterprise server/ppSkill in establishing and maintaining relationships with vendors, divisional staff, agency program staff, agency senior management, as well as staff and management of other governmental and private sector entities/ppAbility to present ideas in user-friendly language/ppAbility to conduct research into networking issues and products as required/ppAbility to effectively prioritize and execute tasks in a high-pressure environment/ppAbility to write and/or oversee the development of detailed documents and project plans/ppAbility to take ownership of assigned projects and bring them to completion with minimal oversight/ppAbility to assess impacts of proposed automation projects as it relates to this positions functional responsibilities/ppAbility to rapidly transition work activities from defining big picture needs to working on the minuscule details of a concept, problem, and/or project activities/ppAbility to monitor, measure, diagnose and trouble-shoot network problems with the assistance of software/hardware devices specifically designed for this purpose/ppPersonal attributes:/ppKeen attention to detail/ppStrong interpersonal skills/ppEfficient time management skills/ppHighly self-motivated and directed/ppStrong customer service orientation/ppStrong written and oral communication skills/ppProven analytical and problem-solving abilities/ppExperience working in a team-oriented, fast paced, collaborative environment/ppMust be able to prioritize projects and problems according to established guidelines/ph3Additional Information/h3pAll your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines./ppAll candidates who are authorized to work in the US are encouraged to apply./ppCandidates must clear the background check prior to commencing the assignment./ppThird party candidates:/ppEmail your candidate/s resume to joseph dot shelton at idealforce.com along with the following details: Rate, Current location and Availability./ppDisclaimer:/ppThe above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this classification. They are not to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of personnel so classified. All personnel may be required to perform duties outside of their normal responsibilities from time to time, as needed./p/div