Job Title:             Systems Administrator      

Reports to:         Technology Coordinator                                     

Dept./School:     Technology

Exemption Status/Test: Exempt

Primary Purpose:

Evaluates, implements, and maintains the GISD enterprise, through domain and system administration, email management, network security and services, and server monitoring and security protection.

Qualifications:

Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Computer Information Systems, Management Information
Systems, or related field, and/or five years related network system administration experience.

Experience in MS Exchange, MS Internet Information Server, MS System Management Software
required.

Experience with various enterprise deployment and familiarity with LAN/WAN
communication protocols, hardware standards and project management experience preferred.

Special Knowledge/Skills:

Knowledge of LAN, LWAN, and WAN network design and installation

Knowledge of network hardware and software applications including network servers, printers, and other equipment

Ability to work with multiple operating systems and network protocols

Ability to analyze and resolve computer network problems

Strong organizational, communication, and interpersonal skills

Knowledge of firewall configuration, network security concepts, and VPN technologies
Familiarity with server operating systems (Windows, Linux) and virtualization (VMware vSphere)
Understanding of system performance monitoring, backup/recovery procedures
Strong troubleshooting and problem-solving skills
Excellent written and verbal communication abilities
Performs other duties as assigned.

Major Responsibilities and Duties:

Include the following but are not limited to:

1. Manage and maintain Active Directory, including user/group creation, security permissions, group policies, and troubleshooting.
2. Administer Office 365 environment, including OneDrive, Exchange Online, and other services.
3. Configure and maintain Proofpoint email security solution for spam filtering and threat protection.
4. Manage firewall rules and policies, ensuring proper network security and access controls.
5. Perform server administration tasks like updates, patches, backups, and monitoring system health.
6. Maintain VMware virtualization environment, including vSphere, vCenter, and related components.
7. Provide technical support and troubleshoot issues across systems and applications.
8. Automate routine system administration tasks and processes.
9. Implement and enforce security policies, access controls, and authentication measures.
10. Awareness of authentication services and Single Sign-On (SSO), SAML, and/or OAuth services is advantageous.
11. Good communication skills for effective collaboration with colleagues and departments, and the ability to
12. Communicate goals and achievements to management and vendors.
13. Prolonged periods of sitting at a desk and working on a computer.
14. Manage, maintain, and review documentation
15. Collaborate with other technical staff and business units
16. Support end users when necessary
17. Research, plan, install, configure, troubleshoot, maintain, and upgrade operating systems and applications
18. Assist with capacity planning, disaster recovery, and security
19. Ability to recognize patterns and trends and to develop solutions to resolve and prevent reoccurring issues
20. Ability to communicate technical information to technical and non-technical personnel

Mental Demands/Physical Demands/Environmental Factors:

Tools/Equipment Used: Hand tools and test instruments for electronic repairs and cable installations; standard office equipment including personal computers and peripherals

Posture: Prolonged sitting; regular kneeling/squatting, bending/stooping, pushing/pulling, twisting

Motion: Repetitive hand motion; frequent keyboarding and use of mouse; regular walking, grasping/squeezing, wrist flexion/extension, reaching; may climb ladders

Lifting: Regular moderate lifting and carrying (up to 44 pounds); occasional heavy lifting and carrying (45 pounds and over)

Environment: Work is performed in an office environment; frequent on-call and after-hours work; occasional districtwide travel; may be required to be on-call 24 hours a day.

Mental Demands: Work with frequent interruptions; emotional control under stress

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Greenwood Independent School District does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, age, sex (including gender identity and sexual orientation) or disability, in admission or access to, or treatment or employment in its programs and activities. Any person having inquiries concerning the School's compliance with the regulations implementing Title VI of the Civil Rights Act of 1964 (Title VI), Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973 (Section 504), or Title II of the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990 (ADA), may contact the Assistant Superintendent or Human Resources. In accordance with Title IX, the district does not discriminate on the basis of sex in its educational program or activities. The requirement not to discriminate extends to employment. Inquiries about the application of Title IX to employment should be referred to Title IX Coordinator, Superintendent Elliott 2700 FM 1379, Midland, TX 79706, eelliott@greenwood.esc18.net, (432) 683-6461, to the Assistant Secretary for Civil Rights of the Department of Education or both.