Remote Senior IT System Administrator

Description:

• The Senior System Administrator will work with next-generation platforms and is responsible for System Administration, Virtualization, cloud services, and various server roles.
• The role includes managing Active Directory, designing architectures, developing supporting documentation, and migrating software applications to cloud computing environments.
• This is a remote position, allowing work from anywhere in India.
• The working hours are from 08:00 AM to 05:00 PM (US EST Time Zone).
• Responsibilities include administering cloud services such as Amazon Web Services, VMware, and/or Windows Azure.
• The administrator will address user tickets regarding hardware, software, and networking through remote troubleshooting.
• The role involves performing hardware installations, basic troubleshooting on LAN, VPN Access, VoIP Systems, and email systems.
• The administrator will upgrade BIOS and device firmware on servers, apply security patches, and perform planned maintenance activities.
• Collaboration with other engineers and consultants is essential to promote customer satisfaction and optimize data security.
• The position requires setting up and maintaining workstations and a small number of local servers.
• Regular reviews of hardware and software needs will be conducted.
• The administrator will manage user provisioning lifecycle tasks and ensure proper closure of end-user service requests.
• Monitoring and managing systems performance and capacity using tools like Nagios, PRTG, and CACTI is required.
• Mentoring associate and mid-level System Administrators is part of the role.
• The administrator will perform backups and recovery for the hosted environment and maintain documentation of networks, systems, and applications.
• Technical documentation and manuals will be created, and local hardware procurement will involve dealing with various vendors.

Requirements:

• A degree in Information Technology, Computer Science, or a related field is required (B.E. or M.C.A. or B.Tech).
• Certifications such as CCNA, MCSA, MCSE, or any related to System Administration are necessary.
• A minimum of 5 years of experience in system administration is required.
• Fluent verbal and written English communication skills are essential.
• Strong client communication skills are necessary.
• The candidate must be a good team player and highly motivated, with a proven ability to multitask.
• Hands-on expertise in Git or similar source control management and security management is required.
• Excellent knowledge and experience with Virtual Machines are necessary.
• Proficiency in scripting languages such as PowerShell, VB Script, and ShellScript is required.
• Strong knowledge in Windows Administration (both Server and Client) is essential.
• Experience in Web Server Administration (Tomcat, IIS) is required.
• Backup automation for VMs and storage using scripting or tools is necessary.
• Experience with Active Directory, DNS, and networking concepts is required.
• The candidate must have excellent knowledge in creating and implementing SSL Certificates.

Benefits:

• The position offers an opportunity to grow your career with a rapidly growing organization.
• Employees will gain exposure to working with a Microsoft gold partner organization and the latest technologies.
• The company promotes a people-first organizational culture.
• Company-paid group mediclaim insurance is provided for employees, spouses, and up to 2 kids, covering INR 400,000 per annum.
• Company-paid group personal accidental insurance for employees is provided, covering INR 1,000,000 per annum.
• Career advancement opportunities are available, subject to manager approval.
• The company has a referral bonus policy that is among the best in the industry.
• Employees are entitled to 29 paid leaves throughout the year.
• Company-paid maternity leaves are offered for female employees.