Senior System Administrator at Databit Limited

Details:

Reports To: Director

Department IT Operations

Summary:

Plan, implement, oversee and maintain server and network infrastructures and projects.

Job Duties & Responsibilities

• 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 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.

Minimum Requirements:

• Bachelor’s degree in computer science (or related area) preferred.
• Microsoft Certification (MCSE) or equivalent certification in relevant programs desired.
• Advanced knowledge of Windows Server (2003/2008) /desktop Operating Systems (XP/7)
• Managing in excess of 50 Windows Server infrastructure
• Managing deployments/rollouts
• Managing large scale Citrix/2X/Terminal Server installations
• Managing server virtualization technologies like VMWare Server/ESX or Microsoft HyperV/Virtual Server
• A solid understanding of LAN/WAN networking
• Cisco Certified Network Associate or Professional -CCNA/ CCNP MCITP Server
• Group Policy design and configuration
• Microsoft IIS administration and configuration
• Migration of Exchange 2003 to Exchange 2010
• Linux/UNIX administration
• Active Directory/LDAP user and group administration
• Ability to troubleshoot network issues including back bone infrastructure issues
• LAN Routing and Switching design, configuration and troubleshooting (VLANs, IP Sub netting, 802.1Q Trunks)
• Strong communication and documentation skills
• Flexible and able to adapt to a rapidly changing environment
• Must be organized and have the ability to manage projects of varying length
• Positive, self-motivated individual who can complete tasks independently
• Must be a team player