Information Technology (IT) Systems Engineer - Crystal Stairs

Crystal Stairs, Inc.

Improving the Lives of Families through

Child Care Services, Research, and Advocacy

Crystal Stairs is committed to building and sustaining a diverse, fully vaccinated workforce and culture. As part of this commitment, Crystal Stairs does not and shall not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion (creed), gender, gender expression, age, national origin, disability, marital status, sexual orientation, or military status, in any of activities or operations.

Information Technology (IT) Systems Engineer

This position is 100% onsite, no remote work.

Must be fully vaccinated against COVID-19

What We're Looking For:

We are seeking an Information Technology (IT) Systems Engineer will support the agency's Windows Servers, VMware virtualization and datastores. The ideal candidate with ensure said systems are highly available, reliable and secure.

Responsibilities:

1. System administration of a Microsoft Windows Domain environment running DFRS, DNS, DHCP, GPOs, IIS, Certificate Services, Federation Services, and other similar services.
2. Management of VCenter running on a clustered HP server with 100-150 VMs.
3. Administration of Office 365, Entra ID and on-prem active directory infrastructure.
4. Monitoring of all critical systems using various monitoring tools and timely incident response.
5. Designing and implementing complex systems in full alignment with organizational goals.
6. Automating IT tasks by using Microsoft PowerShell tools and scripts.
7. Configuring systems utilizing industry and manufacturer best practices.
8. Performing system upgrades and patching to minimize security vulnerabilities.
9. Maintaining accurate and up to date infrastructure documentation and knowledge base.
10. Providing Tier-2 support to the agency's helpdesk and security teams.
11. Performing other duties as assigned.

EXPERIENCE, KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES YOU SHOULD POSSESS:

• Bachelor's Degree from an accredited university and 5-7 years of verifiable relevant work experience.
• Technical Certifications such as VMware VCTA, VMware VCP, Microsoft MCE or MCA certifications are highly desirable.
• Minimum of 5 years as a windows administrator in a similar environment.
• Minimum of 3 years supporting VMware infrastructure.
• Minimum of 3 years managing shared and direct connected storage.
• Minimum of 3 years Windows System patching and upgrades.
• Minimum of 3 years' experience supporting an on-prem Exchange Server

Total Package of Benefits

• Medical/ Dental/ Vision - 95% Agency Paid
• 401k Matching Options
• Flex Spending
• Pre-paid Legal Services
• Sick and Vacation Time
• Paid Holidays and Winter Break
• Opportunity for Growth and Development
• Robust Learning Management System offering the following continuing education units: PDC, HRCI, CEU, CPE, PDU, SHRM

Crystal Stairs, Inc. is committed to building and sustaining a fully vaccinated, diverse workforce and culture. As part of this commitment, Crystal Stairs, Inc. provides equal opportunity in all of our employment practices, including selection, hiring, promotion, transfer, and compensation, to all qualified applicants and employees without regard to race, color, medical condition as defined by state law, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, age, marital status, sexual orientation, gender, ethnic group identification, mental or physical disability, pregnancy, childbirth and related medical conditions, or any other legally protected status.

Additional Requirements: Must be fully vaccinated and remain fully vaccinated against COVID-19. Per the CDC, fully vaccinated means at least 2 weeks after (1) a second dose in a 2-dose series, or (2) a single-dose vaccine, and this status and definition applies to COVID-19 vaccines currently authorized for emergency use or approved by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration.

For more information about Crystal Stairs, please visit our website at: www.crystalstairs.org