Server Administrator

Server Administrator

Location: Charlotte - 100% on-site

Duration: 10+ month contract to hire

SUMMARY

Our Client is seeking an Industrial Control System (ICS) Server Administrator that is responsible for the operational technology server infrastructure and associated applications that support our plant and field control systems. As a member of ICS Technology, this position will work in conjunction with the clients Maintenance Division to provide 7x24 operational and life cycle technology support for our ICS server related infrastructure. Responsible for configuring, maintaining, and administering physical and virtual servers, Windows Server and Ubuntu Server operating systems, installing hardware and software upgrades and patches, and advanced troubleshooting. Additional responsibilities may include business continuity/disaster recovery planning and testing, administering systems such as VMWare vSphere, VEEAM, Dell iDRAC, Ubuntu Landscape, centralized and multi-factor authentication administration, etc., complex implementation projects, and training or reviewing the work of lower levels in the career family.

Requirements:

VMWare – 10 + years’ experience

Backup Tools (VEEAM Preferred) – 5 + years

Windows Server (2016 – 2022) – 8 + years

Windows Workstation (10 -11) – 8 + years

WSUS Server (Windows Patching) – 5 + years

Active Directory – 10 + years

Storage (NAS / iSCSI / SAN) – 5 + years

Nice to have:

SQL Server

Ubuntu Linux

MAJOR DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES

• The intent of this job description is to provide a representative summary of the major duties and responsibilities performed by employees in this job. Employees may be requested to perform job-related tasks other than those specifically presented in this description.Acts as subject matter expert for server virtualization (VMware), server data protection, database management and disaster recovery capabilities by implementing and managing VMware and Veeam server, data and application replication technologies.
• Responsible for configuring, maintaining, and administering physical and virtual servers, Windows Server and Ubuntu Server operating systems, installing hardware and software upgrades and patches, and advanced troubleshooting.
• Administers and maintains operating system patching systems such as Ubuntu Landscape and Windows Server Update Services (WSUS).
• Evaluates and implements operating system upgrades. Assists in integrating new applications and technologies into the current server architecture.
• Analyzes issues and implements solutions to improve existing configurations and prevent downtime.
• Performs system administration, including account management, storage management and performance tuning.
• Monitors and responds to any ICS server issues. Resolves trouble tickets, responds to alerts for servers and replaces failed devices or components.
• Monitors system capacities and makes recommendations for system enhancement and expansion.
• Implements and manages monitoring, logging and alerting solutions for ICS servers.
• Develops and oversees all disaster recovery aspects for all elements of ICS servers.
• Plans, designs, implements, and administers ICS server infrastructure including SQL database servers. Monitors and responds to server alerts or usability concerns.
• Creates and maintains technical documentation to include technical specifications, server architecture drawings, scopes of work, user procedures and processes, and user training materials.
• Works with ICS Technology and stakeholders to plan and implement new data sharing infrastructure.
• Stays abreast of current technology trends, developments and best practices; makes recommendations for enhancements.
• Assists in establishing and implementing short and long-term goals related to ICS technology, providing recommendation and cost estimates regarding upgrades.
• Reviews all proposed upgrades and designs of system components for applicability and compatibility with existing systems and standards.
• Creates, maintains and executes procedures to collect, monitor, and assess ICS performance data as part of a preventive maintenance program.
• Acts as liaison between the I&T Department and Water Maintenance and ICS Technology in matters related to ICS and server technology. Works with I&T to ensure compliance with our clients standards and represents the water ICS needs.
• Analyzes, extracts, combines, interprets, and summarizes data from various sources to generate analytical reports in tabular and/or graphical form for operational, management, or executive ICS server related decisions.
• Performs related work as required.

COMPETENCIES FOR SUCCESSFUL PERFORMANCE OF JOB DUTIES

• Knowledge of:English grammar, spelling, and punctuation
• Modern office procedures, methods and computer equipment
• Server operating systems and virtualization technologies
• Enterprise server architectures and administration
• SQL database server administration and management
• Linux based operating systems
• Information security principles
• System performance
• Disaster recovery
• Skill in:Interpersonal skills necessary to develop and maintain effective and appropriate working relationships
• Performing a variety of duties, often changing from one task to another of a different nature
• Performing basic mathematical functions such as addition, subtraction, multiplication, division, percentages, and ratios
• Leadership
• Troubleshooting
• Ability to:Meet schedules and deadlines of the work
• Understand and carry out oral and written directions
• Accurately organize and maintain paper documents and electronic files
• Maintain the confidentiality of information and professional boundaries
• Communicate effectively, both orally and in writing
• Interpret application requirements
• Engineer, build and test server solutions for optimal function and reliability
• Mitigate security risks and ensure server compliance with policies and procedures
• Work on installations, upgrades, and root cause analysis of service outages
• Provide strategic planning, server design, and technical oversight of ICS servers

Please note that as a contract employee of Apex Systems, benefits include the below with employee contribution

• Health
• Dental
• Vision
• Life Insurance; Short Term Disability
• Hospitalization Coverage
• Direct Deposit
• Weekly Pay Periods
• Training and Development Programs
• 401k
• Referral Program

EEO Employer

Apex Systems is an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate or allow discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, creed, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding, or related medical conditions), age, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, genetic information, registered domestic partner status, marital status, disability, status as a crime victim, protected veteran status, political affiliation, union membership, or any other characteristic protected by law. Apex will consider qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with the requirements of applicable law. If you have visited our website in search of information on employment opportunities or to apply for a position, and you require an accommodation in using our website for a search or application, please contact our Employee Services Department at employeeservices@apexsystems.com or 844-463-6178.