Description

The Systems Administrator is responsible for the implementation and maintenance of the datacenter systems at the System Office as well as related cloud elements in an enterprise environment. These systems include Microsoft Active Directory Domains, hyperconverged server hardware, backup infrastructure and VMware virtual infrastructure for the servers and desktops. PRIMARY DUTIES:
• Administers systems and virtual servers at multiple sites related to the System office's datacenters.
• Monitors maintenance of the datacenter physical environment including power systems and climate control.
• Installs, maintains, upgrades and repairs server and hyperconverged hardware. Works with support vendor to make service calls and proactively maintain hardware. Makes recommendations for expansion of resources when required.
• Installs, maintains, upgrades and repairs server operating systems including Microsoft and Linux systems. Applies patches and upgrades on a systematic basis according to a planned cycle. Performs performance tuning and resource optimization as required. Maintains consistent platform adhering to a change management solution.
• Installs, maintains, operates, upgrades and repairs NAS, disk arrays, backup appliances, disaster recovery systems and cybervault systems.
• Creates and manages the active directory infrastructure. Manages the users and computer containers. Plans and manages all migrations and upgrades related to the Active Directory or the Domain Controllers. Manages AD trusts, domains, schema and network services.
• Designs and implements Active Directory services including DHCP, DNS, WSUS, LAPS, KMS, ADconnect, and IIS.
• Designs and implements enterprise VMware environment on VxRail. This includes a multisite server and VDI environment.
• Ensures the entire datacenter’s availability, performance, scalability, security and backup. Works with the office network, security and enterprise application teams to accomplish the goals of the system office. Works with the ACCS colleges to support their IT goals.

SECONDARY DUTIES:
• Develop requirements outlines, budgets, and schedulers of replacement of datacenter Infrastructure.
• Designing maintenance procedures and documentation for the datacenter.
• Other related duties as assigned.

TOOLS USED ON JOB:
Windows Server 2019, Windows 10, VMware Suite, Help Desk Software, SQL Server, Linux, VMware Horizon, SSH
Office Productivity Software (MS Word; MS Excel)
Email Systems (Microsoft, Exchange, Outlook)
Computer/laptop, Phone, Copier, Scanner

QUALIFICATIONS:
REQUIRED:
• Bachelor’s degree in information technology from a regionally accredited institution and four (4) years of directly related experience OR seven (7) years of directly related experience.
• Minimum of four (4) years of related experience, including installation and maintenance of a Windows based domain.
• Three (3) years of knowledge of virtual environment management principles.
• Knowledge of computer hardware installation, maintenance and management.
• Ability to communicate effectively.

PREFERRED:
• Certifications in Microsoft Certified Solutions Associate (MCSA); Microsoft Certified Solutions Expert (MCSE).
APPLICATION PROCEDURES:
Applications must be filed online at: https://www.schooljobs.com/careers/accs
A complete application packet must be submitted by the posted deadline in order to be considered for this position. Applicants who fail to submit all required information will be disqualified. A complete application packet consists of:
• Online application
• Cover letter
• Current resume
• Separate list of four (4) professional references (not letters) with complete contact information
• Unofficial or official transcripts showing degree(s) conferred and conferral dates
• All application materials must be scanned. It is recommended that you have digital (preferably .pdf) copies of your cover letter, resume, list of references, and transcripts showing degree(s) and conferral dates, ready to upload before you begin the application process.
• WE DO NOT ACCEPT E-MAILED APPLICATIONS.
• When you finish the online application procedure, you will receive an on-screen notice that you have successfully applied. HOWEVER, this does not mean that your application materials are complete in accordance with the vacancy announcement. It is the responsibility of the applicant to ensure they have submitted all necessary application materials in accordance with the vacancy announcement.

Please direct any questions regarding the application process to Charlene Finkelstein at (334) 293-4628 or [email protected], or Nikita Payne at (334) 293-4603 or [email protected].

If you need technical assistance after reviewing the instructions, please contact:

NEOGOV Customer Service
Monday-Friday
8:00 am – 5:00 pm PST
(855) 524-5627

AGENCY INFORMATION:
The Alabama Community College System is an equal opportunity employer. It is the policy of the Alabama Community College System, including all postsecondary community and technical colleges under the control of the Alabama Community College System Board of Trustees, that no employee or applicant for employment or promotion, on the basis of any impermissible criterion or characteristic including, without limitation, race, color, national origin, religion, marital status, disability, sex, age, or any other protected class as defined by federal and state law, shall be excluded from participation in, be denied the benefits of, or be subjected to discrimination under any program, activity, or employment.

Any offer of employment is contingent upon a satisfactory criminal background investigation. This employer participates in E-Verify.

The Alabama Community College System reserves the right to withdraw this job announcement at any time prior to the awarding. More than one position in the same job classification may be filled from the applicants for this position should another vacancy occur during the search process.

Responsibilities

• The Systems Administrator is responsible for the implementation and maintenance of the datacenter systems at the System Office as well as related cloud elements in an enterprise environment
• Administers systems and virtual servers at multiple sites related to the System office's datacenters
• Monitors maintenance of the datacenter physical environment including power systems and climate control
• Installs, maintains, upgrades and repairs server and hyperconverged hardware
• Works with support vendor to make service calls and proactively maintain hardware
• Makes recommendations for expansion of resources when required
• Installs, maintains, upgrades and repairs server operating systems including Microsoft and Linux systems
• Applies patches and upgrades on a systematic basis according to a planned cycle
• Performs performance tuning and resource optimization as required
• Maintains consistent platform adhering to a change management solution
• Installs, maintains, operates, upgrades and repairs NAS, disk arrays, backup appliances, disaster recovery systems and cybervault systems
• Creates and manages the active directory infrastructure
• Manages the users and computer containers
• Plans and manages all migrations and upgrades related to the Active Directory or the Domain Controllers
• Manages AD trusts, domains, schema and network services
• Designs and implements Active Directory services including DHCP, DNS, WSUS, LAPS, KMS, ADconnect, and IIS
• Designs and implements enterprise VMware environment on VxRail
• This includes a multisite server and VDI environment
• Ensures the entire datacenter’s availability, performance, scalability, security and backup
• Works with the office network, security and enterprise application teams to accomplish the goals of the system office
• Works with the ACCS colleges to support their IT goals
• Develop requirements outlines, budgets, and schedulers of replacement of datacenter Infrastructure
• Designing maintenance procedures and documentation for the datacenter
• Other related duties as assigned

Qualifications

• Office Productivity Software (MS Word; MS Excel)
• Computer/laptop, Phone, Copier, Scanner
• Bachelor’s degree in information technology from a regionally accredited institution and four (4) years of directly related experience OR seven (7) years of directly related experience
• Minimum of four (4) years of related experience, including installation and maintenance of a Windows based domain
• Three (3) years of knowledge of virtual environment management principles
• Knowledge of computer hardware installation, maintenance and management
• Ability to communicate effectively
• Unofficial or official transcripts showing degree(s) conferred and conferral dates
• All application materials must be scanned
• It is recommended that you have digital (preferably .pdf) copies of your cover letter, resume, list of references, and transcripts showing degree(s) and conferral dates, ready to upload before you begin the application process