Senior Systems Administrator

About the job Senior Systems Administrator We have partnered with a large non-profit organization in the New York, NY area to provide them with a Senior Systems Administrator. Please review the below description and let us know if you are interested. Must Have Skills for the Senior Systems Administrator: #1. 8+ years hands‑on experience deploying, administering, and upgrading Windows and Linux servers in a large IT environment (> 200 servers) #2. 8+ years hands‑on experience and maintaining enterprise IT infrastructure. #3. 8+ years hands‑on experience deploying, administering, and upgrading Windows 20XX operating systems. #4. 8+ years hands‑on experience deploying, administering, and upgrading Microsoft Active Directory. Responsibilities of the Senior Systems Administrator: Configure, maintain, monitor, upgrade, and support the VMWare private cloud infrastructure environments Configure, maintain, monitor, upgrade, and support Linux and Windows virtual servers including expertise in Active Directory, DNS, DHCP, Replication, SMB, DFSR, etc. Maintain, monitor, upgrade, and support the Institutes network and cyber‑security infrastructure Manage the Institutes Disaster Recovery plan by ensuring RPO and RTO are achieved and tape backups are performed on scheduled basis Monitor database performance and recommend changes Monitor and administer storage devices Support enterprise‑wide work initiatives and projects Recommend improvements that increase system security, reliability, and performance Provide Infrastructure Support for multiple developed systems and applications of medium to high complexity ensuring control, integrity, and accessibility. Provide Support for enterprise applications such as Alfresco, Confluence, SharePoint, and custom developed web applications Provide support for business‑critical applications Responsible for deploying and managing security SSL Certificates, MFA Infrastructure, and 802.1X Support and comply with the Institutes Information Security Management System (ISO/IEC 27001:2013) Manage security awareness program Participate in IT audits and cybersecurity assessments at regular intervals. Maintain, manage and support cyber‑security devices, applications, and appliances. Primary point of contact with the Institutes Security Operations Center (SOC) and manage the relationship. Ensure delivery of clear and concise performance and up time repots to management on a daily basis. Keep current on the cybersecurity, regulatory, and threat landscapes Perform upgrades, patches and updates to production applications and servers Provide technical assistance to members of the IT Department Prepare project plans, implementation scheduling, and coordinate new site installations Document system and network infrastructure and application processes and configurations Information Security Responsibilities: Attend/complete assigned information security training by the designated completion date Read and adhere to published ISMS policies and procedures Report timely any observed violations of ISMS policy - or known encroachments on information security - to your department leader and/or the Information Technology Department Requirements of the Senior Systems Administrator: Bachelor's degree in Engineering plus eight years experience VMWare, Microsoft Windows, and Cisco Systems certifications desired 8+ years hands‑on experience deploying, administering, and upgrading Windows and Linux servers in a large IT environment (> 200 servers) 7+ years hands‑on experience and maintaining enterprise IT infrastructure 8+ years hands‑on experience deploying, administering, and upgrading Windows 20XX operating systems 8+ years hands‑on experience deploying, administering, and upgrading Microsoft Active Directory 8+ years hands‑on experience deploying, administering, and upgrading a VMWare ESXi environments and VMWare vSphere 5+ years hands‑on experience deploying, administering, and upgrading a VMWare Horizon View cloud desktop environment 3+ years hands‑on experience maintaining VMWare Horizon View cloud desktop environment 2+ years hands‑on experience administering public cloud environments Other Qualifications for the Senior System Administrator: Demonstrated ability to take on a lead role coordinating projects Expert knowledge of VMware in a large environment with strong knowledge of VMware clustering, configuration and management In‑depth understanding of network security and access control Strong understanding of network routing and switching protocols Excellent knowledge of TCP/IP, including packet‑level traffic analysis Cisco switches and router (Strong Knowledge Required), Pure storage systems Knowledge of administering Palo Alto Firewalls, Arista switches Strong security analysis skills and experience with SIEM and Vulnerability Management solutions Creative problem‑solving skills Must be a self‑starter with desire to excel and broaden the scope of experience and knowledge in infrastructure design Strong verbal, written, and interpersonal skills Occasional travel to datacenter and other offices, as needed Other Key Requirements 100% onsite, in‑office role. No sponsorships or visa holders. No Corp-to-Corp. Benefits of the Senior Systems Administrator Senior Systems Administrator: Medical Insurance 401 (k) Profit Sharing About the Company: Cyfle is a global business dedicated to connecting talents worldwide. Our comprehensive RPO services, placement services, and training services help businesses unlock their full potential. #J-18808-Ljbffr