Are you an IT professional passionate about cutting-edge technology and innovative solutions? Do you thrive in dynamic environments where your expertise can make a tangible impact? We have an exciting opportunity for an IT Systems Administrator to join a leading company at the forefront of the automotive industry. Our client is a trailblazer known for its pioneering work and commitment to excellence. Join a team where your skills will not only be valued but will also contribute to groundbreaking advancements in automotive technology.

Important Details:

• This is a 6-month contract opportunity (full-time, 5 days/week - W2 employment)
• The daily schedule is usually 8AM - 5PM but depending on business needs could be 8AM - 8PM.
• This role is fully on-site in Normal, IL.

Key Responsibilities:

• Collaborate Across Teams: Work closely with various teams to ensure seamless IT system operations, contributing to the overall success of the organization.
• SOP Documentation and Design: Create and maintain Standard Operating Procedures and architectural designs to enhance team efficiency.
• Capacity Planning: Conduct capacity planning for all critical services to ensure optimal performance and scalability.
• On-Call Rotation: Participate in on-call rotations to swiftly respond to system emergencies, maintaining operational continuity.
• Stay Current: Keep abreast of industry trends, recommending and implementing new technologies to boost efficiency and innovation.

Virtualization Expertise:

• Design, implement, and manage virtualization technologies like VMware vSphere or KVM.
• Manage hyper-converged solutions such as VxRail and vSAN clusters.
• Optimize virtual infrastructures for peak performance and scalability.
• Troubleshoot and resolve virtualization issues with thorough root cause analysis.

SAN Fabric Storage Network Management:

• Design, configure, and maintain SAN fabric on Cisco MDS switches.
• Implement SAN management practices, including zoning and masking.
• Monitor and troubleshoot SAN performance issues.

Backup & Storage Solutions:

• Design and implement comprehensive backup solutions for servers, VMs, and data.
• Manage backup schedules, retention policies, and disaster recovery plans.
• Conduct regular backup tests to ensure data integrity.
• Develop and implement file services solutions (NFS and SMB).

Server Management:

• Install, configure, and maintain rack-mounted servers.
• Oversee server hardware management, including upgrades and replacements.
• Ensure server security and compliance with industry best practices.

Automation with AWX Ansible:

• Automate infrastructure provisioning and configuration using Ansible and AWX.
• Develop Ansible playbooks and roles for routine task automation.
• Integrate Ansible with other tools for comprehensive automation solutions.

Kubernetes Knowledge:

• Possess a general understanding of on-premises Kubernetes platforms.
• Design and build physical compute resources for Kubernetes environments.

Required Skills:

• Backup & Recovery
• Datacenter Management
• SAN Networking and Storage
• Scripting Proficiency
• VMware Expertise
• AWX Ansible Automation
• Kubernetes Management

If you are ready to take your IT career to the next level with a company that values innovation and expertise, we want to hear from you!