高级系统管理员

Sr. Sys Administrator
12 month - Fully Remote Contract
Responsibilities:

• Manage and maintain the organization's IT infrastructure, including servers, networks, and storage systems.

• Oversee the administration of Windows and Linux servers, ensuring optimal performance, security, and availability.

• Implement and manage virtualization solutions, such as VMware or Hyper-V.

• Develop and maintain backup and disaster recovery plans, ensuring data integrity and availability.

• Monitor system performance and network connectivity, troubleshooting and resolving issues promptly.

• Implement and enforce security policies, including firewalls, antivirus software, and intrusion detection/prevention systems.

• Conduct regular security audits and vulnerability assessments, addressing any identified issues.

• Manage user accounts, permissions, and access controls within Active Directory or other directory services.

• Install, configure, and update software applications and operating systems.

• Maintain detailed documentation of system configurations, procedures, and changes.

• Generate and analyze reports on system performance, security incidents, and other relevant metrics.

• Develop and maintain automation scripts for routine administrative tasks and system maintenance.

• Ensure compliance with industry standards and regulatory requirements for IT systems.

• Provide advanced technical support and troubleshooting for hardware, software, and network issues.

• Lead and mentor junior IT staff, providing guidance and training as needed.

• Collaborate with other IT teams and departments to ensure seamless service delivery and support.

• Participate in the planning and execution of IT projects, including hardware and software rollouts, system migrations, and upgrades.

• Identify opportunities for process improvements and implement solutions to enhance IT service quality and efficiency.

• Stay updated with the latest technology trends, advancements, and best practices in systems administration.

• Manage and maintain IT hardware inventory, including procurement, deployment, and asset tracking.

• Provide input and recommendations for the continuous improvement of IT infrastructure and services.

• Coordinate with vendors and service providers for issue resolution and service enhancements.

• Participate in team meetings, providing updates on system status, ongoing projects, and any relevant issues.

• Ensure effective incident response and problem management processes are in place and followed.

• Lead initiatives to enhance user adoption and effective utilization of IT tools and resources.

• Identify and mitigate risks associated with IT infrastructure and system changes.

• Ensure the proper functioning of network and server monitoring tools and respond to alerts.

• Oversee the implementation and management of cloud services and integrations with on-premises systems.

• Manage and maintain Citrix environments, including XenApp, XenDesktop, and NetScaler, ensuring high availability and performance.

• Troubleshoot and resolve issues related to Citrix infrastructure, including application delivery and user access.

• Optimize Citrix environments for performance, scalability, and user experience.

Originally posted on Himalayas