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Job Title: Senior Server Admin (Windows Admin) Location: Ames, IA 50010 - Onsite Mode : Fulltime/ Contract Is Remote option available during COVID: No (Onsite mandatory) Job Description: Responsibilities: Building and setting up new servers used in the organization Planning and following Server Reboot schedule Maintaining computer, user, and group accounts within Active Directory Planning, designing, and implementing group policies Creating, deleting, and assigning permissions for Exchange mailboxes Assisting with backups - planning, scheduling, restoration Installing and configuring system updates - desktop and server Build and maintain servers and containers in a virtualized environment. Schedule and manage system backups. Install, maintain, patch, and upgrade infrastructure systems as needed. Review and install security and product updates. Provide high-level support and technical expertise. Design, install and configure internal and customer facing servers, network devices and firewalls. Proactively manage and maintain server, network and firewall systems Administer and support core Microsoft, Cisco, Citrix and VMware technologies Develop and implement project plans, risk assessments and contingency plans Design and implement monitoring, configuration management and reporting functions that will make a hands-off environment Define and document best practices and support procedures Provide after-hours support for Infrastructure related emergencies as well occasional weekend maintenance Maintain inventory and asset configuration documentation Assist with hardware, firewall, telecom and software vendor evaluation, recommendation and negotiations Mentor / cross train team members on existing and new technologies Carry out special tasks at Management's direction Interact with customers and staff at the technical level, as required. Other duties as assigned. Qualification/Experience : Minimum of 5-7 years' experience in a Senior System technical role Bachelor's degree in Computer Science and other related courses. o Microsoft Certification (MCSE) or equivalent certification in relevant programs desired. o Managing server virtualization technologies like VMWare Server/ESX or Microsoft HyperV/Virtual Server o A Good understanding of LAN/WAN networking o Group Policy design and configuration Good communication skills. Critical thinking and problem-solving abilities.
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