Systems & Network Administrator III

job summary:

This position provides senior level technical expertise in supporting information technology equipment and systems. Expertise with the selected knowledge, skills and abilities and how they interrelate to provide a cohesive computing environment is required. Work may include interaction with customers and other information technology professionals to analyze and resolve problems related to the use of information systems. The position serves as a technical reference, mentor and resource to other technical staff members.

Requires a thorough understanding of the technologies identified in this job description and demonstrates the ability to design, maintain, monitor, troubleshoot and resolve changes and issues with these technologies. Plans, coordinates and implements security measures to safeguard information stored on these information systems against accidental or unauthorized modification, destruction or disclosure.

location: Raleigh, North Carolina

job type: Contract

salary: $55 - 65 per hour

work hours: 8am to 5pm

education: Bachelors



responsibilities:

1. Technical Knowledge:

• Exhibits advanced understanding and knowledge of the technologies identified for this position in the Knowledge, Skills and Abilities section.
• Serves as a technical resource and mentor for other analysts and lower-level specialists.
• Works cooperatively with developers, security personnel and other technical or business users to evaluate, design, implement and maintain complex technical systems for enterprise-level, internet-facing web applications.
• Demonstrates a solid foundation in administering and securing systems in a regulated environment.

1. Technical Support:

• Serves as second or third tier support to help resolve issues beyond the skill level of less knowledgeable staff members.
• Performs in-depth analysis of the root cause of widespread, complex or recurring system issues and develops processes and procedures designed to reduce or eliminate the issue in the future.

• Communicates and documents solutions to reduce time and effort spent in resolving similar problems in the future.

1. Technical Solution Development:

• Develops scripts and playbooks designed to increase efficiencies and reduce human error.
• Analyzes usage and systems load to makes recommendations for enhancements or changes that will improve system performance or enhance system stability.
• Demonstrates the ability to correlate technical products and services with business services and organizational structure, making recommendations to streamline operational efficiency.

1. Planning and Organizing:

• Regularly assists management in establishing work standards, standard processes and references.
• Creates well-written documentation, technical diagrams and standard operating procedures.
• Ability to apply technical judgment to plan and organize tasks to achieve desired outcomes, within budget and assigned deadlines.

• Manages departmental projects of medium to high complexity. Develops project plan, manages milestones and drives project forward. Projects often involve significant changes to the infrastructure or the implementation of emerging technologies.

qualifications:

Experience Required:

At least eight years of administration experience with a variety of the knowledge, skills and abilities listed in an enterprise production environment is required.

Required Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

Required Technical Knowledge (selected skills are required for the position we are currently filling)

X

Red Hat Enterprise Linux

X

Administration and maintenance of bare metal hypervisors such as VMware and Red Hat OpenShift

X

Open-source software technologies such as Apache Tomcat, ActiveMQ, and microservices

X

Microsoft Azure cloud platform

X

Strong scripting skills in bash, PowerShell and/or Python

X

Administration, configuration management, infrastructure as code and automation tools such as Ansible and Terraform

X

CI/CD pipeline management tools such as BitBucket, Azure DevOps, GitLab, git and Jenkins

Cisco UCS

X

Hybrid on-premise/cloud environment management skills

X

Understanding of agile/scrum methodologies

X

Understanding of the TCP stack and a fundamental understanding of networking concepts

X

Understanding of security requirements imposed by compliance requirements in regulated industries such as RBAC, least privilege, patching and vulnerability management, backup and recovery and other requirements.

Windows Server 2016 and up

Microsoft SQL Server Administration Skills

Storage administration and SAN knowledge

skills:

Required Soft Skills (required for all positions)

Strong written and verbal communication skills including the ability to clearly explain technical issues to users at all levels. Uses appropriate language and grammar when speaking or writing to others.

Ability to prioritize tasks and manage workload effectively

Ability to maintain composure when dealing with technical challenges and frustrated users

Ability to provide helpful and professional support to users

Excellent problem-solving skills

Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail

Equal Opportunity Employer: Race, Color, Religion, Sex, Sexual Orientation, Gender Identity, National Origin, Age, Genetic Information, Disability, Protected Veteran Status, or any other legally protected group status.

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Pay offered to a successful candidate will be based on several factors including the candidate's education, work experience, work location, specific job duties, certifications, etc. In addition, Randstad Digital offers a comprehensive benefits package, including health, an incentive and recognition program, and 401K contribution (all benefits are based on eligibility).

This posting is open for thirty (30) days.

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