Job details
Job type full-time
Full job description
Tti, incIs looking for an experienced systems administrator ii to join our team!
The systems administrator ii, within our open systems team, is accountable for all systems monitoring using solarwinds, administration of vmware and server administrationThe systems administrator ii handles assignments of a complex nature and provides guidance and direction to the systems administrator i.
Headquartered in fort worth, tx, tti, incIs the world’s leading authorized distributor of passive, connector, electromechanical and discrete componentsJust celebrating its 50th anniversary, this berkshire hathaway company is ever growing and has over 100 locations in north america, europe, and asia! join a winning team in a growing global organization!
Accountabilities
Ensures optimal performance of hci environment consisting of nutanix and ucs hardware, and vmware hypervisor by proactively conducting ongoing performance monitoring and tuning/adjusting as necessaryDeploy new resources as required.
Ensures optimal performance of data protection using veeam backups, vmware replication, and file storage using emc isilonProactively monitors, adjusting as necessary, ensuring replication is occurring and testing bi-annually at disaster recovery exercises.
Enhances functionality of systems by developing powershell scripts and modifying existing scripts to automate system processes.
Ensures optimal performance of windows and/or linux servers by proactively conducting ongoing performance monitoring and tuning/adjusting as necessary.
Acts as a technical expert for implementation of projects and ensures optimal resources configurationsCreates optimal infrastructure in support of new requirements by researching and recommending configurations technologies in support of application and hardware requirements.
Ensure service performance meets or exceeds business expectations and is delivered in accordance with slas.
Provides effective level ii help desk support in accountable areasWhen scheduled for on-call 24/7 support may be requiredSupport includes researching/analyzing issues/requests to determine server (hardware and software)/application related implications, effectively communicating with all impacted parties and by troubleshooting and resolving issues with a sense of urgency to minimize any system downtime.
Provides support to application developers/programmers by providing technical knowledge and guidance.
Education & experience
High school diploma or ged requiredA bachelor’s degree in computer science plus five years or more of server and vmware administration experience; or equivalent combination of education or experience preferred.
Skills & certifications
Strong administrative experience with vmware 6.7 and hci - nutanix and ucs.
Strong administrative experience with windows server, linux or aix
Strong ability to write new and troubleshoot existing programs in languages such as power shell, bash, yaml or python and tools such as ansible and jenkins
Strong implementation and administrative experience with monitoring suites - solarwinds orion preferred
Thorough understanding of how information is moved around networks, servers, appliances and other devicesThis should include, but not be limited to, servers, vmware, network switches and routers, firewall, and proxy services
Strong analytical ability with the ability to define problems, collect data, establish facts, and draw valid conclusions
Excellent oral and written communication skills with the ability to read, write and understand documentation and procedures pertaining to the operation of networks, servers, and applications
Ability to generate meaningful reports from various data sources
Demonstrated ability to work in teams with a collaborative interpersonal style.
Ability to work weekends and after business hours.
Physical requirements
Must have the ability to position self to maintain computers and various network equipment in the buildings, including under desks, in the server rooms, and anywhere cabling installation and maintenance would be required for troubleshooting and optimal organizational connectivity and usage.
Exhibit manual dexterity to dial a telephone, to enter data into a computer terminal; to perceive and read a computer screen and printed material with or without vision aids.
Detect and understand speech at normal levels and on the telephone; converse in audible tones so that others may understand clearly in person and on the telephone; ability to understand and follow oral and written instructions.
Physical ability to lift up to 25 pounds.
This position requires use of information or access to hardware which is subject to the international traffic in arms regulations (itar)To perform the position, you must be a u.sPerson as defined by itarItar defines a u.sPerson as a u.sCitizen, u.sPermanent resident (i.e‘green card holder’), political asylee, or refugee.
What we offer our team members:
A great benefits package that includes (but is not limited to) medical/ dental/ vision, 401(k)/roth plan with matching, healthcare savings accounts
Educational assistance (tuition reimbursement)
Ongoing training throughout your employment with opportunities to participate in professional and personal development programs
A strong focus on giving back to our communities through philanthropic opportunities
Great culture and opportunities for growth and advancement.
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Tti, incIs an equal opportunity employer committed to providing equal opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, religion, physical or mental disability, veterans’ status, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by law.
This is a summary of the primary accountabilities and requirements for this positionThe company reserves the right to modify or amend accountabilities and requirements at anytime at its sole discretion based on business needsAny part of this job description is subject to possible modification to reasonably accommodate individuals with disabilities.
Experience
Preferred
5 year(s): five years or more of server and vmware administration experience; or equivalent combination of education or experience preferred.
Education
Required
High school or better
Preferred
Bachelors or better in computer science
Equal opportunity employer/protected veterans/individuals with disabilities
The contractor will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicantHowever, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractor’s legal duty to furnish information41 cfr 60-1.35(c)
