GENERAL FUNCTION
Under supervision of the systems & security manager, the Systems Administrator is responsible for deploying and maintaining the operation, integrity and security of enterprise level servers and systems including business systems, administrative student systems, instructional systems and office systems. Monitors, configures, maintains and tunes servers and operating systems to ensure optimal performance for databases and computer application systems. Monitors, configures and manages enterprise storage area networks, VMWare server infrastructure, and client device management systems. Assist with daily log tracking, documentation, patch management, web server management and backups.
Essential FunctionsDeploy and maintain the operation, integrity and security of enterprise level servers and systems including business systems, administrative student systems, instructional systems and office systems.
Monitor, configure, maintain and tune servers and operating systems to ensure optimal performance for databases and computer application systems.
Monitor, configure and manage enterprise storage area networks, VMWare server infrastructure, client device management systems and SQL databases.
System administration responsibilities include installation, configuration, performance monitoring and systems tuning for UNIX, LINUX, Windows and OSX servers and desktops.
Provide inputin project planning, design and implementation of new services and applications. Provide input into setting standards and formulating system-related policies, work rules, and procedures.
Monitor, configure, develop and maintain fiber channel storage area network (SAN).
Analyze and assist in resolving computer system problems or user needs including providing follow-up instruction and direction to users and/or outlining recommended procedures or projects to the user support team.
Monitor, configure and maintain the appropriate systems infrastructure to provide reliable and secure operation of all mission critical servers and associated services.
Ensure proper server system security/connectivity for end users to allow appropriate access to enterprise systems. Contribute to the design of system infrastructure and security policy standards and maintain the standards in daily operations.
Develop and maintain integrity of server accounts and data.
Configure and maintain system services (e.g., active/open directory applications, file storage, printing, mail, web, FTP, Google applications, cloud services, etc.).
Manage and maintain servers to host applications and network services (e.g., DNS, DHCP, security, filtering, access, etc.).
Monitor system logs and activities on all servers and remediate problems, as needed.
Implement and support business continuation/disaster recovery efforts including backup scheduling and contingency planning and evaluation; performs periodic auditing to ensure proper backup.
Research, install and test software updates and patches to supported applications and various operating systems.
Verifies system operation by conducting functionality, data integrity, system integration and system testing.
Research new technologies and present major hardware and software recommendations. Provide input into both short and long term technology planning efforts for the District.
Replaces defective hardware on clients and servers as necessary.
Maintains software and hardware inventory and associated documentation.
Provide scripting support to all major server systems.
Provide training to IS staff and end-users on an as-needed basis.
Assist the District administration in fulfilling requests from the Board of Education by collecting data, preparing reports and distributing information.
Requires occasional late night or weekend work to meet established priorities.
Will travel to other District buildings using a personal vehicle.
This position requires punctual and regular daily attendance at assigned location.
Non-essential FunctionsMaintains professional competence by reviewing appropriate literature and participating in appropriate organizations.
Other duties as assigned.
Qualification RequirementsIncumbent must be fingerprinted and clear a criminal background check.
Minimum Job Qualifications:
Requires High School diploma, GED or equivalent as reviewed by the Department of Human Resources. Verification may be required.
Requires a Bachelor’s degree in computer science, software engineering, information management or related field PLUS two years of work-related experience with increasing levels of responsibility with demonstrated competence or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
Requires experience in designing and maintaining Active/Open directory and group policy administration in a multi-operating system environment.
Requires experience configuring and maintaining large-scale server farms and storage area network systems. Requires experience maintaining servers for standard services such as active directory, open directory, DNS, SMTP, DHCP, mail, web, printing and FTP service.
Requires experience configuring and maintaining servers for services such as DHCP, mail, web, printing, and FTP. Must be familiar with virtual server concepts.
Current Windows, OSX/IOS, Unix/Linux and VMWare certifications/training preferred.
Requires Server Systems Administration experience in at least in one of the following: Windows, Unix/Linux, OSX.
Requires experience with enterprise level servers, domain and workgroup concepts/permissions, multiple domain architecture, active directory, open directory, access and management policies, e-mail, printing, file storage.
Requires familiarity with DNS, network configuration on local hosts, LDAP services, DHCP, LAN/WAN/WLAN environments, basic network security, and TCP/IP.
Requires experience with server configuration and installation; performance and monitoring tools; operating systems upgrades and migrations; strong troubleshooting skills with hardware and software.
Must have an understanding and working knowledge of the administration of database servers, web servers, standard backup infrastructures and procedures, server system and program installation, compilation and configuration, and system-level security procedures.
Must be knowledgeable about industry-standard change management procedures.
Experience With K-12 Administrative Applications Is Preferred.Must demonstrate competence in reading, writing and advanced mathematical and logic skills.
Requires effective interpersonal skills. Has significant interaction with personnel representing all aspects of the department, District administrators, principals, school and office staffs, State agencies and the vendor community.
Requires the ability to conduct systems training to groups or individuals.
Project prioritization in determining how to effectively address multiple priorities.
Ability to handle unusual system problems and work through highly complex troubleshooting processes within established deadlines.
Ability to work well with frequent interruptions.
Ability to work varying hours and shifts and serve on-call when necessary.
Required to provide own transportation to travel to various District locations.
Must be self-motivated and proactive in completing tasks with minimal direction.
Machines, Tools & Equipment Used:
Standard office equipment and machines.
Computer hardware and software and related equipment.
Physical Requirements – Not limited to the following:
Continuous sitting and keyboarding/mousing.
Occasional driving a personal vehicle. Occasional walking and/or standing. Occasional lifting up to 50 pounds