Systel Careers – Systems Administrator – Sugar Land, TX
Systel is searching for an experienced systems administrator looking to grow their knowledge and experience. The candidate will join a team that is responsible for maintaining critical information systems, servers, assets, and network infrastructure. Technology at Systel is continually evolving so a successful candidate will also be involved with research, innovation, and implementation of IT systems and processes such as disaster recovery, network monitoring, network segmentation, and high availability. Experience supporting all aspects of a Microsoft Windows network including Microsoft and third-party applications, Windows servers, WAN, LAN, and WLAN connectivity is required.
Who You Are
You are a self-motivated professional with strong troubleshooting skills and the ability to work independently. This role offers excellent opportunities for career advancement and skill development in areas such as Systems Administration, Network Administration, Cybersecurity, and Software Development.
Responsibilities:
Systems Administrator
Assign, update, and maintain security permissions
Build, test, and deploy servers and network equipment as needed
Install, test, and deploy business applications as needed
Enforce backup and recovery practices to minimize business loss
Manage Systel network infrastructure and equipment while enforcing network policies
Keep up with the latest industry trends and technology by participating in educational opportunities, reading professional publications, and participating in professional organizations
Systems Maintenance
Use analytics and metrics to proactively monitor severs, applications, and networks.
Investigate and resolve problems when alerted by a user or monitoring system
Upgrade business critical servers & applications on a regular basis with minimal impact on users
Upgrade network infrastructure on a regular basis with minimal impact on users
Perform system audits periodically to ensure performance and compliance with IT Policy
Business Initiatives
Own projects, solutions, and key responsibilities within a larger business initiative
Partner with internal/external partners to research, design, and implement IT solutions for business needs
Communicate project status, activities, and achievements
IT Support
Respond to and resolve support requests from users within defined SLAs
Install and configure hardware/software according to IT policy and user needs
Training or directing users on the correct use of software and hardware
Documentation
Accurately maintain records of repair, transactions, problems, and action taken
Participate in defining and following department standards in documentation
Actively document new processes and procedures
Actively work to improve documentation
All other assigned tasks and duties
All work activities shall be conducted in a manner that supports Systel’s Quality Manual, Quality Policy, Quality Objectives, System Level Procedures (SLP) and Work Instructions (WI).
Education and Experience
Degree in Information Technology or related field. Alternatively, vocational schooling with IT coursework.
Minimum of 5+ years of work experience in systems administration or similar positions
Systems design and integration
Advanced knowledge of Microsoft Windows 10 and Microsoft Windows Server 2016+
Advanced knowledge of computer internals to build a workstation from individual parts
Knowledge of ITSM and ITIL
Advanced knowledge of network infrastructure components such as firewalls, routers, switches, load balancers, DNS and SANS
Ability to configure and test Windows servers and workstations.
Familiar with software/equipment used in the processing, repair, and testing of computers.
Ability to work with and train others in all aspects of the job and job requirements.
Ability to evaluate the strengths weaknesses of recommended solutions of problems and recommend solutions and procedures regarding the repair and processing of repairs.
Preferred Qualifications
Cloud computing (specifically Micsrosoft Azure)
Information Technology certifications such as Microsoft, A+, N+ are a plus.
About Systel Rugged Compute Where Mission Meets Critical. Founded in 1988, Systel, Inc.® is a leading manufacturer of rugged compute solutions with a relentless focus to support our customers and their missions. Our pedigree of capabilities spans numerous advanced platforms with thousands of successful deployments in the defense and commercial sectors. Systel’s rugged systems are designed and manufactured for continuous operation under the most extreme and austere environmental conditions. All of our products are proudly made in the USA in our headquarters in Sugar Land, TX. We are AS9100:2016 and ISO 9001:2015 certified.
EEOC Statement Systel is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all individuals. We ensure that hiring and advancement decisions are based solely on individual qualifications without regard to race, religion, color, creed, national origin, disability, age, sex, genetic information, military status, or any other status protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws. Offer Contingency All employment offers are conditional upon successful completion of a background check, physical assessment if required. For more information, please visit systelusa.com.