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Server Administrator (Server Administrator, Specialist OPS - IT)

Kinder Morgan
Houston, TX Full Time
POSTED ON 1/20/2025
AVAILABLE BEFORE 4/20/2025

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We are seeking a highly skilled and motivated Server Administrator with deep expertise in virtualization technologies to join our dynamic IT team. In this role, you will design, implement, and maintain our server infrastructure, ensuring optimal performance, scalability, and reliability.

Server Virtualization :

  • Provide technical support for VMware and Microsoft Hyper-V environments hosting 4,000 servers.
  • Implement, deploy, and administer VMware ESXi and Microsoft Hyper-V in large, clustered environments.
  • Collaborate with cross-functional teams to develop and maintain virtualization best practices and standardized configurations.
  • Perform advanced troubleshooting and performance tuning.
  • Proactively monitor server environments for capacity, performance, and potential issues.
  • Leverage hypervisor-agnostic workload relocation and backup tools (e.g., Zerto, Azure Site Recovery) for migrations and business continuity.
  • Understand storage technologies (e.g., EMC, HP, NetApp, NAS) and their integration with virtual environments.
  • Conduct capacity planning, predictive analysis, and reporting for virtual servers.
  • Utilize automation tools (e.g., RPA, Orchestrator, Ansible, PowerShell) to streamline server builds and improve operational efficiency.
  • Engage with vendors (e.g., Microsoft, VMware, Dell, HP) to resolve escalations and ensure timely support.

Server Administration :

  • Administer and troubleshoot Windows Server (up to 2022) and common Linux distributions.
  • Perform data center operations, including server racking, stacking, hardware replacement, and annual refresh projects (Dell and HP experience preferred).
  • Handle advanced Windows Server troubleshooting, applying deep knowledge of security best practices and compliance standards.
  • Manage cross-team technical issues and collaborate with other teams to resolve complex problems.
  • Ensure successful execution of data center installation projects.
  • Apply solid networking principles (TCP / IP, DNS, DHCP) to maintain connectivity and troubleshoot issues.
  • Use scripting languages (PowerShell, VB, .NET) to automate routine tasks and processes (desired).
  • Understand Active Directory (AD) member server management and Group Policy Object (GPO) processing.
  • Other Duties as Assigned :

  • Provide after-hours support and participate in 24x7x365 on-call rotations (quarterly one-week secondary and one-week primary rotations).
  • Promptly respond to inbound phone calls, emails, and automated alerts.
  • Document all incidents, including root cause analyses.
  • Prepare detailed status reports and collaborate with technology leads, managers, and escalation teams.
  • Complete special projects and annual objectives as assigned.
  • Research, identify, and propose solutions to emerging technical challenges.
  • Interact professionally and respectfully with team members, vendors, and stakeholders.
  • Develop and maintain standard configuration templates, processes, and procedures.
  • Communicate clearly, maintain dependable attendance, and occasionally travel as needed.
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