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Michigan State Job Bank System Administrator in Flint, Michigan
SCOPE OF RESPONSIBILITY
We are seeking a highly skilled and motivated System Administrator to join our team. This position requires a strong technical background in system administration, with a focus on network management, server administration, and virtualization. The ideal candidate will have at least an associate's degree in a relevant field or 3 years of relevant experience, with preferred expertise in Network Administration, Microsoft Server environments (2016-2022), VMWare vSphere, Microsoft 365, Active Directory, Group Policy Objects (GPO), Database Administration, Storage Area Networks (SAN), and Zerto disaster recovery solutions.
PRINCIPAL RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Administer and maintain servers, networks, and storage systems in a multi-site environment, ensuring high availability, security, and performance.
- Manage and support Microsoft Server 2016-2022 installations, configurations, and troubleshooting.
- Administer and maintain Microsoft 365, ensuring seamless access, security, and collaboration across the organization.
- Configure, monitor, and support VMWare vSphere for virtual machine management and resource optimization.
- Manage Active Directory, including user accounts, group policies, and permissions.
- Implement, manage, and troubleshoot Group Policy Objects (GPO) to enforce security settings and policies across the network.
- Assist in database administration tasks, including installation, performance tuning, and troubleshooting.
- Oversee and manage Storage Area Network (SAN) systems to ensure data integrity and accessibility.
- Ensure business continuity and disaster recovery plans by supporting Zerto or similar backup and replication technologies.
- Perform regular system backups, updates, and patches to ensure systems are up-to-date and secure.
- Provide technical support to users and other IT staff, troubleshooting hardware, software, and network issues.
- Monitor system performance and resolve any issues that may arise, recommending improvements where necessary.
- Participate in the planning and implementation of network and system upgrades or new technologies.
QUALIFICATIONS:
- Required: Associate's degree in computer science, Information Technology, or a related field; OR 3+ years of relevant experience in system administration or a related field.
- Preferred: Experience with Network Administration, Microsoft Server 2016-2022, VMWare vSphere, Microsoft 365, Active Directory, Group Policy Objects (GPO), Database Administration, SAN management, and Zerto disaster recovery solutions.
- Proficiency in Windows Server OS, Active Directory, and networking protocols.
- Hands-on experience with VMware vSphere, creating, deploying, and managing virtual machines.
- Solid understanding of network architecture and troubleshooting (including DNS, DHCP, VPN, and TCP/IP).
- Strong experience with backup and recovery technologies, preferably Zerto.
- Familiarity with database administration (SQL, MySQL, etc.) and SAN solutions.
- Strong problem-solving skills and ability to work independently and in a team environment.
- Excellent communication skills and the ability to interact with both technical and non-technical users.
Required Skills and/or Experience.
- An associate degree (2-years) in a technical field including computer systems and network Bachelors Preferred.
- IT experience within a Transportation/Manufacturing preferred
- Microsoft Certified: Azure Administrator Associate or Microsoft Certified Solutions Expert (MCSE).
- VMware Certified Professional (VCP).
- CompTIA Network+ or similar network certifications.
- CompTIA Security+ or similar certification
PHYSICAL DEMANDS:
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