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System Administrator

MC LEAN-20598, VA, US
07/03/2018

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Required Skills

Hardware & networking

Company

Infinity Consulting Solutions, Inc

Experience

Job Description

System Administrator

McLean VA

This individual is responsible for providing assistance for the company’s corporate IT systems.

The specific responsibilities include the support of the company’s server infrastructure including hardware, operating system, networking, backup infrastructure, application-support, desktop support for corporate and remote users, hosted VoIP support, hosted email support and hosted audio/video conferencing support.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities

Perform a wide range of system administration duties on IT database, application, and other servers including install, debug, maintain, upgrade, and general support.

Proactive monitoring of all servers, applications and services using a combination of tools to ensure high availability and SLA’s.

Perform regular and on-demand system backups and recoveries.

Assist in developing, implementing, testing and maintaining server level disaster
recovery plans.

Collect and review system data for capacity and planning purposes.

Interface with vendors for procurement & maintenance of all IT infrastructures.

Manage & troubleshoot networks, intranet & internet connectivity throughout the organization

Troubleshoot hardware, software and network operating system

Provide orientation to new users of existing technology

Provide individual training and support on request

Provide recommendations about accessing information and support

Maintain current and accurate inventory of technology hardware, software and resources
Troubleshoot all technology issues

Maintain log and/or list of required repairs and maintenance

Research current and potential resources and services and make purchase recommendations

Provide network access to all staff

Install work stations to include all hardware and software set ups as well as network
accounts and passwords

Monitor security of all technology

Install and maintain Foolproof and passwords

Input and maintain IP addresses

Advise staff of security breach and/or change in password or security status

Ensure installation of lock out program

Identify and prepare hardware for disposal and properly strip and secure in that process

Required knowledge, skills & abilities

Strong server management experience

Experience within an environment that has audit requirements

Experience as a working manager; comfortable in a hands-on role

Experience managing a Windows XP and Windows 7 desktop environment (PC and printer support)

Experience administering a VMware environment

Working knowledge of Cisco Routers, Switches and VoIP phones

Preferred knowledge, skills & abilities

Ability to multi-task and manage time with little supervision

Advanced knowledge of installations, upgrades and troubleshooting of Windows Server 2000/2003 & Web application Servers. Experience with Active Directory highly desirable

Advanced database administration skills including backups/restores, monitoring DB performance, running SQL scripts to monitor the system and modify tables when required.
Knowledge of MySQL server administration and troubleshooting highly desirable.

Working knowledge of web application security, understanding of vulnerabilities and countermeasures

Strong technical aptitude and ability to research & solve complex issues independently.

Ability to effectively communicate issues and resolutions to all levels of the organization

Education/Experience

Bachelor’s degree preferred (or equivalent experience)

6+ years of business experience in a high energy environment

Some Linux experience, with willingness to become proficient in Linux

Minimum 2-3 years’ experience in Systems Administration

At least 2-3 years’ experience with Hardware & networking