System Administrator

Sr. Systems Administrator

IDEALFORCE 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. Please find below additional details about this job. Kindly respond with your most up-to-date resume if you would like to pursue this opportunity. Only local candidates are considered.

Job Description

The 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.

Description of Duties:

• 65% of the resources time will be spent on special technical projects.
• 20% of the resources time will be assisting to manage the entire infrastructure for the agency.
• 15% of the resources time will include other duties as assigned.

Active IT Related Projects:

• Active Directory/GPO review/redesign
• VDI Refresh
• Troubleshooting Network Bottlenecks
• Server Performance Enhancements
• Network Diagraming
• Server Room Cabling and Identification
• Endpoint Detection Solution
• Data Audit and Access Governance Solution
• Hyper-V Virtual Machine Backup Solution
• Exchange 2013 Migration
• Agency Disaster Recovery Failover Test
• Disaster Recovery Enhancements

Qualifications

Extensive experience in Active Directory

Extensive GPO experience

Extensive experience with Windows Servers Platform

2008 R2

2012 R2

Extensive experience in MS HyperV Administration

Extensive experience with HP Switches

Extensive experience with Juniper/Checkpoint firewall

Extensive experience with Network Architecture

Extensive experience in Supporting LANs

Extensive experience in Supporting WANs

Extensive experience with DELL Hardware

Experience with BES12

Experience in IT Security

MS Exchange 2007/2013 Server

Anti-Virus Applications (ESET NOD 32)

Experience with Watchguard/Barracuda Spam Appliances

Policy Based Encryption Client Software (Dell DDP)

Experience with SQL Server 2005 and/or 2008/R2 is a plus

Experience with project management process

The ideal candidate will have the following knowledge, skills, & abilities:

Bachelor's degree in Computer Information Systems or related field, CompTIA A+, Network+, Security+, MCSE, CCNA

7+ years network infrastructure experience, (LAN, WAN, Frame Relay, Wireless), HP, DELL, CISCO, Juniper hardware

Knowledge 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

Excellent working knowledge of Windows 2008/2012, Active Directory, MS Exchange, DNS, DHCP, IIS, SQL Server and related applications

Excellent working knowledge of Windows 7, Office 2010, VISIO, MS Project, Adobe Acrobat, etc.

Skill in network design, procurement, installation and implementation

Skill in establishing and maintaining effective working relationships to manage complex integrative projects

Skill in problem identification and formulation of alternatives and solutions to maintain operational integrity of the enterprise server

Skill 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

Ability to present ideas in user-friendly language

Ability to conduct research into networking issues and products as required

Ability to effectively prioritize and execute tasks in a high-pressure environment

Ability to write and/or oversee the development of detailed documents and project plans

Ability to take ownership of assigned projects and bring them to completion with minimal oversight

Ability to assess impacts of proposed automation projects as it relates to this position's functional responsibilities

Ability to rapidly transition work activities from defining "big picture" needs to working on the minuscule details of a concept, problem, and/or project activities

Ability to monitor, measure, diagnose and trouble-shoot network problems with the assistance of software/hardware devices specifically designed for this purpose

Personal attributes:

Keen attention to detail

Strong interpersonal skills

Efficient time management skills

Highly self-motivated and directed

Strong customer service orientation

Strong written and oral communication skills

Proven analytical and problem-solving abilities

Experience working in a team-oriented, fast paced, collaborative environment

Must be able to prioritize projects and problems according to established guidelines

Additional Information

All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.

All candidates who are authorized to work in the US are encouraged to apply.

Candidates must clear the background check prior to commencing the assignment.

Third party candidates:

Email your candidate/s resume to joseph dot shelton at idealforce.com along with the following details: Rate, Current location, and Availability.

Disclaimer:

The 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.