System Administrator at Genesis Global Recruiting, Inc.
New York, NY
About the Job
Our Client is currently seeking an experienced System Administrator with expertise in networking, virtualization, and server farms on - prem equipment to join our dynamic team. As a System Administrator , you will play a pivotal role building and maintaining our US based IT systems, that will allow moving around and processing extremely high volumes of data.
Key responsibilities
· Build and maintain data collection sites’ computing infrastructure to support a smooth data collection operation.
· Assemble site’s server rack, installing and setup computer, storage and networking devices, wiring, installing and configuring the machines, and deploy the services that run the systems.
· Build and maintain a datacenter.
· Design tracking tools and monitor power, network and general resources utilization (e.g. storage) and other health parameters and alert stakeholders.
· Monitor performance and troubleshoot the computing environment to achieve optimal performance and resource utilization
· Plan, build and maintain sites’ IT infrastructure (Wifi, network ports, security).
· Develop comprehensive documentation including system configurations, procedures, and guidelines, to ensure seamless operation and knowledge transfer.
· Help desk activities: Onboarding new employees (set up laptops, etc.) and supporting the day-to-day employees’ IT problems and needs.
· Work closely with the Data group users to understand their needs, support them, propose appropriate solutions, and deliver projects within scope, budget, and timeline.
· Identify and operate contractors at specific areas of expertise (e.g. office network wiring) to support when needed.