Server Administrator Job Description

Server Administrator Job Description Template

Our company is looking for a Server Administrator to join our team.

Responsibilities:

  • Set up equipment for new users;
  • Keep systems up-to-date through operating systems upgrades;
  • Point of Contact: assist users with software, hardware, and connectivity issues;
  • Modify configurations, utilities, software, etc;
  • Assist with the design, implementation, and ongoing support of new software and features;
  • Monitor networking equipment and servers;
  • Oversee troubleshooting for system errors;
  • Monitor web performance, network availability, and security;
  • Respond to IT issues; hardware maintenance, software, networking, etc;
  • Implement Automation of task leveraging Powershell;
  • Handle on call after hours support on a rotating schedule;
  • Provides support for implementation, troubleshooting, and maintenance of Information Technology (IT) systems;
  • Job schedule after 1 month will be Thursday through Monday 8am-5pm;
  • Will be lone support person in the office Saturday and Sunday;
  • Provides problem identification, diagnosis and resolution of problems.

Requirements:

  • Understanding of IT principles and an ability to communicate technical concepts effectively to a varied audience;
  • CompTIA Net+ Certification Preferred;
  • High school diploma or equivalent;
  • VMWare and Veem;
  • Ability to multitask, prioritize, and manage time efficiently;
  • Associates degree preferred;
  • Computer Networking;
  • Experience working with network and server management support;
  • Strong sense of discretion and confidentiality required;
  • Coding / Programming Skills;
  • CompTIA A+ Certification Preferred;
  • Microsoft Operating Systems;
  • Candidates with previous experience providing system administration in an IT environment;
  • Designing and building Hyper V virtualization environments;
  • Strong Powershell scripting experience.