What are the responsibilities and job description for the Server Administrator position at Vermont Mutual?

Job Description

This position is a Hybrid position. Applicants must be able to fulfill the hybrid requirements of working out of our Montpelier, Vermont office.

The Server Administrator will administer and provide central accountability for all Infrastructure server services which include those activities associated with the project design, engineering, expansion and technical support of existing and future Windows and Linux-based physical and virtual system configurations and supporting systems Software (e.g., operating systems, utilities, databases, and middleware) necessary to deliver the required services (e.g. hosting, web, messaging, remote access, security administration) to support Vermont Mutual’s business applications.

DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES

Exhibit a broad base of knowledge and skills in network topology, infrastructure, and operating systems to include Windows, Linux, VMware, SAN, Backup, DR / BC, and Exchange.
Set up, install, and manage server hardware, peripheral components, software, and updates.
Provide primary support for servers identified by the IT Infrastructure Manager, or Senior Server Administrator. Provide secondary support for other relevant systems as needed.
Performs daily system monitoring, verifying the integrity and availability of all hardware, server resources, SAN systems, DFS, other systems, and key processes, reviewing system and application logs, and verifying completion of scheduled jobs such as backups.
Perform, oversee, monitor and ensure data security including but not limited to : regular backups, recovery, verification of security rights and other steps necessary to ensure data integrity.
Provide technical assistance related to daily and assigned use; assist users and desktop support staff in identifying source of, and correcting errors.
Diagnose system hardware, software, and operator problems; recommend or perform remedial action.
Recommend, install, test, and manage : existing and new servers, and software (including such systems as messaging, file servers, and database, among others) in accordance with standards and project / operational requirements.
Assist the IT Infrastructure Manager in project definition, requirement documentation, and technical writing to support information systems business growth.
Collaborate with Network staff to, install, configure, and generally ensure the tight integration of web services network links, hardware and peripheral components into the company LAN.
Collaborate with IT Security Manager and other IT staff as necessary to implement, update and test ongoing security improvements, patches to secure Linux, Windows, and software applications running on those servers.
Monitor network servers for growth and usage trends. Perform long-term capacity planning in conjunction with other Infrastructure team members that would determine both hardware and software purchases.
Monitor and create regular management reports that track usage, performance, capacity, growth trends, etc., as it relates to the company hardware / software.
Monitor and enforce license agreements using appropriate tools relative to hardware and software resources.
Keep current with new software and hardware technologies being deployed at the company.
Deal regularly with third-party vendors; perform a variety of liaison functions between company users and outside consultants / vendors.
Collaborate with other Infrastructure staff to create, test, and maintain up-to-date disaster recovery procedures for all services deemed necessary.
Maintain documentation on supported hardware / software.
Participate in knowledge sharing with peers to provide coverage during absentee periods (i.e. vacation, seminars).
Participate in off-hour support rotation as it relates to the Network and Server environment.
Performs other duties or special projects as required or as assigned.

SUPERVISION RECEIVED

General supervision is received from the IT Infrastructure Manager, Director of IT Infrastructure, Senior Server Administrators, or other senior staff members.

QUALIFICATIONS

Bachelor's degree in computer science or equivalent, plus five to seven years of relevant network experience, or a combination of education and experience from which comparable knowledge and skills are acquired.

Broad base of knowledge and skills in network topology, infrastructure, and operating systems.

Preferred skills in :

Red Hat Enterprise

Certificate Management

Microsoft Windows server

Experience with Cloud Technologies (AWS, Azure, etc)

Nice to have :

Ansible, other automation tools

JBoss / Tomcat / Wildfly

Apache

Python and YAML

Strong analytical and problem‑solving skills.

Good planning, organizational, and time management skills.

Ability to deal effectively and courteously with a wide variety of company personnel, including senior management, as well as outside vendors and consultants.

Strong written and verbal communication skills.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS / WORKING CONDITIONS

Predominately sedentary office position with high frequency of keyboarding / computer work required.

Off hour and weekend work will be required.

The physical demands are minimal and typical of similar jobs in comparable organizations.

The work environment is representative and typical of similar jobs in comparable organizations.

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