System Administrator - Verinext

Join Verinext, a technology company that's not just keeping up with the future, but actively shaping it. At Verinext, we firmly believe that work should be as enjoyable as it is rewarding. As a System Administrator, you'll be stepping into an environment that thrives on innovation and fun. Our team-oriented culture isn't just a buzzword; it's a cornerstone of our success. We're incredibly proud to have been recognized as a "Best Place to Work" by the Philadelphia Business Journal for 10 consecutive years.

Verinext is recruiting for a contract System Administrator you will be responsible for ensuring the operational reliability and integrity of the enterprise Microsoft Windows Active Directory environment. Your role encompasses a broad range of tasks including server management, system troubleshooting, and project collaboration across various IT initiatives.

We're looking for a dedicated professional to join us in Brooklyn, NY, where your presence onsite for our client will play a pivotal role in our operations.

Requirements

Responsibilities

• Responsible for the day-to-day operation, reliability, and integrity of the enterprise Microsoft Windows Active Directory environment. This includes the installation, maintenance, and management of physical and virtual servers, backup systems, and application servers
• Microsoft Windows Server OS configuration changes to meet requirements of new and existing applications, web servers, database servers, etc.
• Systems interruptions, failures, and outage troubleshooting, remediation, and root cause analysis
• Administration of VMware vSphere, Microsoft Azure, and AWS environment
• Microsoft Active Directory administration including (but not limited to)
• User/Security Group management
• Group Policy administration
• DHCP and DNS administration
• Windows file server administration including permissions, sharing, and mapping
• Configuration and support of Office 365 environment
• Mobile device management administration in Intune and other MDM platforms
• Physical server/rackmount equipment rack and stack when necessary
• Identify and communicate technical findings in continuous improvement efforts and recommend changes to implement and maintain best practices
• Documentation generation and maintenance for configuration processes and procedures
• Facilitate and collaborate on new and ongoing IT projects and initiatives with professional services and on-premises team
• Act as tier 2/3 escalation point for tier 1 support escalations and on-site requirements
• Work with partners, clients, and resellers with existing and new relationships to communicate for purposes of license renewal, certificate generation, product purchases, application administration, etc.

Required Qualifications

• 2-4 or more years working on Microsoft servers and workstations. MCSA or MCSE in relevant specialty preferred
• 2-4 or more years’ experience managing, supporting, and deploying VMware vSphere infrastructure. VCP preferred
• 1-2 or more years’ experience managing, supporting, and deploying Microsoft Azure environment resources
• Intermediate/advanced Office 365 and Microsoft Exchange administration
• Advanced Microsoft Active Directory expertise
• Advanced Microsoft Windows Server and client operating system expertise
• Microsoft Endpoint Configuration Manager (MECM, Formerly SCCM) expertise
• Microsoft Intune experience for mobile device management
• Basic network technology experience including subnetting, VLANs, VPNs, and firewall settings
• Basic understanding of power distribution equipment such as UPS’, PDUs, PSUs, and power circuits
• Basic Linux server administration familiarity is a plus
• Basic PowerShell scripting knowledge
• Strong analytical and troubleshooting skills
• Bachelor’s degree, or equivalent education and experience

Compensation Range:

• $40/HR - $50/HR

Benefits

• Health Care Plan (Medical)
• Retirement Plan (401k, IRA)