Systems Administrator I - Beacon Technologies
Madison, WI 53705
About the Job
Beacon Technologies is seeking a Systems Administrator I for our client partner. Under the day-to-day direction of the IT Systems Engineering Manager; the Systems Administrator helps to support the physical and virtual infrastructure, server applications, databases and security administration. Perform analysis, implementation, support, maintenance and monitoring of these systems while following standards. Provide project management for small to mid-size projects. This position is located onsite in Outagamie County, WI.
Key Responsibilities:
- (The following duties are most critical for this position. These are not to be construed as exclusive or all inclusive. Other duties may be required and assigned.)
- Plan, procure, implement, support, maintain, monitor and troubleshoot the server infrastructure, databases and server/security applications.
- Create, modify and delete accounts for users, groups and servers in Active Directory.
- Implement and maintain security and standards for servers, databases and applications.
- Monitor systems to ensure proper performance. Troubleshoot and repair issues, review and respond to alerts. Perform updates and regular maintenance on servers, databases and applications.
- Serve as project leader of small to mid-size server related projects. Write technical specifications, oversee budget and purchasing, coordinate resources and training, plan and perform installation and create documentation.
- Perform backup and recovery of data/applications/systems and ensure its accuracy.
- Document systems, applications, inventory, licenses and procedures. Create training materials for IT and end users following defined documentation standards.
- Provide mentoring and technical support to other IT staff members. Consult with users to recommend ways IT can help them reach their goals in a cost effective manner.
- Assist in the development of IT controls, processes, standards, policies and procedures.
- Backup the Senior Systems Engineer, Systems Engineer, and Systems Technician as needed.
- On-call rotation for functional or hierarchical escalation.
Education/Certifications/Experience Requirements:
- Associate Degree in Computer Science or related field.
- Three (3) years server experience.
- Or combination of education and experience that provides equivalent knowledge, skills and abilities.
- Valid driver's license.
- This position requires the successful completion of a sheriff's background and fingerprint check after the offer.
Required or Preferred Skills:
- Experience configuring and supporting Microsoft Active Directory, Group Policy, Domains, Domain Schemas, Domain Name Systems (DNS), Dynamic Host Configuration Protocol (DHCP) and Security Policy Configurations.
- Experience configuring, supporting and securing Microsoft Server Operating Systems (2012, 2016, 2019) and SQL Server (2012, 2014, 2016, 2017, or 2019).
- Experience supporting and securing virtualization technologies and configurations using VMware or Citrix.
- Experience working with network storage (SAN, NAS, Backup, etc.).
- Experience supporting Microsoft Exchange.
- Excellent communication skills and exceptional customer facing skills with a high degree of professionalism. logical, clear, and concise written and verbal communication skills.
- Experience with handling sensitive and confidential information.
- Must display initiative, ability to work independently and within a team and be able to use independent judgment. Ability to react quickly to a fast paced, rapidly changing environment.
- Considerable ability to adapt, learn new technical concepts and perform in unfamiliar environments with or without formal training.
- Considerable ability to coordinate multiple tasks at once.
- Frequently required to bend, stoop, kneel and crouch. Able to lift, carry, push, pull or otherwise move up to 25 pounds regularly and up to 50 pounds occasionally.
About Beacon Technologies:
Are you looking to advance your career in information technology? Beacon Technologies offers career advancement opportunities, extensive training, and excellent benefits including paying for health and dental premiums for salaried employees. In addition to providing interesting opportunities, Beacon Technologies provides that old fashioned, personal touch, so you feel like a part of the Beacon team.
Beacon Technologies, Inc. is an equal employment opportunity employer with a functioning Affirmative Action Plan. It is the policy of Beacon Technologies, Inc. to ensure equal employment opportunity without discrimination or harassment on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, marital status, citizenship, national origin, genetic information, ethnicity, ancestry, disability, medical condition, military and veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. Beacon Technologies, Inc. prohibits any such discrimination or harassment.
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