Responsibilities
Kforce has a client in Draper, UT that is seeking a Senior Systems Administrator responsible for the installation, configuration, and management of our software, hardware, and network systems, ensuring the security and efficiency of our IT infrastructure. This role is ideal for a highly skilled and motivated individual who excels in a dynamic environment and is committed to maintaining and enhancing the IT infrastructure. Responsibilities:
- Provide expert support for all server and Windows operating systems, as well as end-user software and hardware hosted in the cloud
- Create, document, and maintain policies and procedures for system administration and appropriate use
- Oversee end-user accounts, permissions, access rights, and storage allocations while ensuring compliance with privacy, security, and regulatory standards
- Recommend, schedule, and perform software and hardware improvements, upgrades, patches, reconfigurations, and purchases
- Anticipate, identify, troubleshoot, and resolve hardware and software issues on servers and workstations in the cloud
- Install and configure software and hardware across system, network, and cloud environments
- Monitor and maintain system, network, and cloud infrastructure performance
- Generate key performance indicators (KPIs) and performance reports
- Address IT infrastructure, services, and software tickets as assigned
- Ensure security through access controls, backups, and firewalls
- Upgrade systems with new releases and models
- Develop expertise to train staff on new technologies
- Build an internal wiki with technical documentation, manuals, and IT policies
- Provide backup support for IT-related issues
- Participate in an on-call rotation once every five weeks
- Perform other duties as assigned
Requirements
- Bachelor's degree in a relevant field and a minimum of three years of related experience, or an equivalent combination of education and experience
- Technical Knowledge: Advanced technical knowledge in Powershell scripting, Azure Active Directory, Microsoft Exchange, desktop and server operating systems, patch management, DNS, DHCP, Radius, VoIP, VMware, Cisco networking, call management systems, firewalls, load balancers, and cloud systems (Azure and AWS)
- Experience: Proven experience as a Senior System Administrator, Network Administrator, or in a similar role
- Skills: Resourcefulness, strong problem-solving skills, excellent communication abilities, and self-motivation. Capable of setting priorities and managing deadlines effectively
- Customer Service: Understands the importance of providing excellent service
- Oral Communication: Clearly identifies and expresses issues in both positive and negative situations
- Planning/Organizing: Efficiently prioritizes and plans work activities
- Quality: Demonstrates accuracy and thoroughness, monitors own work for quality
- Dependability: Consistently reliable, follows instructions, responds to management direction, and seeks feedback for improvement
- Safety and Security: Observes safety and security procedures, properly uses equipment and materials
The pay range is the lowest to highest compensation we reasonably in good faith believe we would pay at posting for this role. We may ultimately pay more or less than this range. Employee pay is based on factors like relevant education, qualifications, certifications, experience, skills, seniority, location, performance, union contract and business needs. This range may be modified in the future.
We offer comprehensive benefits including medical/dental/vision insurance, HSA, FSA, 401(k), and life, disability & ADD insurance to eligible employees. Salaried personnel receive paid time off. Hourly employees are not eligible for paid time off unless required by law. Hourly employees on a Service Contract Act project are eligible for paid sick leave.
Note: Pay is not considered compensation until it is earned, vested and determinable. The amount and availability of any compensation remains in Kforce's sole discretion unless and until paid and may be modified in its discretion consistent with the law.
This job is not eligible for bonuses, incentives or commissions.
Kforce is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran status, or disability status.