What are the responsibilities and job description for the Server Administrator position at Allied Consultants, Inc.?
Overview
Allied Consultants, Inc. is an Austin-based firm which has for 33 years been a premier provider of technical and business professionals to clients in Texas. We are currently seeking an experienced Server Administrator to be a key resource on a technical services team.
Allied Consultants offers its family of consultants excellent rates, a local support staff, and an attractive benefits package which includes medical insurance (Allied shares a percentage of the cost), life insurance, a matching 401(k) plan and a cafeteria plan.
Candidates selected for interview will be required to undergo criminal background checks and may be required to complete a drug screen in accordance with Federal and State Law. Offers of Employment are contingent on a successful background check
Allied Consultants is an equal opportunities employer.
**Location of job: 100% Remote**
Responsibilities
Job Summary: The Level 2 Server Administrator will be responsible for maintaining, upgrading, and managing our software, hardware, and networks. The contractor will diagnose and resolve problems quickly to ensure that our technology infrastructure runs smoothly and efficiently. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in IT, computer systems engineering, or systems administration.
Key Responsibilities:
- Install and configure server hardware and software.
- Manage Windows and Linux servers and technology tools.
- Monitor system performance to ensure everything runs smoothly and securely.
- Troubleshoot issues reported by users or identified through monitoring tools.
- Perform regular backup operations and implement appropriate processes for data protection, disaster recovery, and failover procedures.
- Maintain security through access controls, backups, firewalls, etc.
- Upgrade systems with new releases and models as necessary.
- Develop expertise to train staff on new technologies.
- Build an internal wiki with technical documentation, manuals, and policies.
Qualifications:
- Proven experience as a System Administrator or similar role (minimum of 4 years).
- Experience with Microsoft Teams calling
- Familiarity with various operating systems (Windows/Linux) platforms.
- Resourcefulness and problem-solving aptitude.
The ideal candidate should possess proficiency in server management tools, along with a strong understanding of server OS. Analytical skills are crucial, including the ability to analyze system logs for troubleshooting purposes and the capacity to identify potential issues before they become critical problems. Excellent verbal and written communication skills are required, with the ability to explain complex technical concepts clearly. Strong organizational skills are necessary for managing multiple projects simultaneously, and effective problem-solving abilities under pressure are vital. The candidate must also be able to work collaboratively with other IT staff and departments.
Qualifications
Minimum Requirements:
- 7 years of networks physical and logical structures
- 7 years of standard concepts, practices, and procedures within a server administration
- 3 years experience with Linux OS
- 3 years experience with Windows OS
- 3 years experience with Microsoft Teams Calling
- 3 years analyze performance metrics and optimize server performance
- 3 years analyze system logs for troubleshooting purposes
Preferred:
- 3 years of Microsoft Teams Calling
