IT system administrator

IT System Administrator IIResponsible for the effective provisioning, installation/configuration, operation, and maintenance of systems hardware and software and related infrastructure for a particular operating system, middleware or application(s).Job Responsibilities:Installs, configures and maintains workstations and all servers. Schedules installations and upgrades. Develops and maintains a comprehensive operating system hardware and software configuration database/library of all supporting documentation.Installs new software releases, system upgrades. Evaluates and installs patches and resolves software-related problems. Troubleshoots networking and operating system problems.Performs system backups and recovery. Maintains data files and monitors system configuration to ensure data integrity.Monitors and fine-tunes the system to achieve optimum performance levels. Conducts routine hardware and software audits.Degree / Licenses and Professional Certifications:4 year college degree (Computer Science, Engineering, or related) or equivalent work experience in Infrastructure Administration. Microsoft Professional Certification (in at least two core technologies) preferred.Experience:4+ years in IT Server Administration experience.Competencies:Excellent written and oral communicationsExcellent problem solving and analytical skillsExcellent organization skillsStrong ability to build effective relationships with cross functional team members and stakeholdersExperience writing business requirements and functional specsKnowledge:Knowledge of organizational politics and political tactics; ability to navigate formal and informal communication and decision-making channels with guidance. Knowledge, insight, and understanding of business concepts and processes that are needed for making sound decisions in the context of the company's business; ability to apply this knowledge appropriately to diverse situations with guidance.Skills:Strong writing and communication skillsStrong customer service orientation toward Units requiring consultation (responsive, consultative, collaborative, and accurate)Strong project management skills: plan, organize, monitor, and control projects, ensuring efficient utilization of resources, to achieve project objectives and deadlinesStrong interpersonal relationship building skills; able to work with a variety of people and groups in a constructive and collaborative mannerStrong analytical ability with the capability to determine the root cause of problems and issues and provide solutionsAbilities:Ability to apply organizational acumen to identify and maintain focus on key success factorsDisplays attention to detailAbility to juggle multiple, competing, frequently changing time-sensitive deadlines and prioritiesAbility to work with minimal supervisionAbility to work effectively as part of a team