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Sr Systems Admin-PT

Mesquite, TX
Permanent

Posted

Sr. Systems Admin
  • PT-Hybrid and remote 20-40 hours per week-Onsite 2 days per week 8 hours per
  • 4 month project with potential to extend - June 2026-Sept 2026
  • 5+ years experience

PRIMARY PURPOSE:
To manage a team of System Administrators, integrate and manage server enterprise applications into the district's network environment.

MAJOR RESPONSIBILITIES AND DUTIES:
SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES:
  • Managing a team of System Administrators


QUALIFICATIONS:
Education/Certification:
  • High School Diploma or GED
  • Valid Texas driver's license
  • Preference for applicants with Microsoft Endpoint Administrator Certification
  • Preference for applicants with Microsoft 365 Certified: Endpoint Administrator Associate
  • Preference for applicants with Microsoft Azure Certification
  • Preference for applicants with Microsoft Certified: Windows Servers
  • Preference for applicants with CompTIA Server+
  • Preference for applicants with VMware Certified Professional (VCP)
  • Preference for applicants with Jamf Pro Certifications
  • Preference for applicants with Apple IT Certifications
  • Preference for applicants with Google Workspace Certifications
  • Preference for applicants with Linux/Unix/Ubuntu Certifications
  • Preference for applicants with Cisco Certified Network Associate (CCNA)
  • Preference for applicants with ITIL Foundation
Special Knowledge/Skills:
  • Proficiency in administering and managing server operating systems, such as Windows Server and Linux distributions
  • Experience with virtualization technologies (e.g., VMware, Hyper-V) for creating and managing virtual machines
  • Understanding of network protocols, IP addressing, routing, and firewall configuration
  • Strong scripting skills, especially in PowerShell or other scripting languages, to automate routine tasks and streamline administrative processes
  • Knowledge of server hardware components and the ability to troubleshoot hardware-related issues
  • Familiarity with monitoring tools like SolarWinds for real-time performance monitoring, alerting, and capacity planning
  • Experience with MECM (Microsoft Endpoint Configuration Manager) for configuration management, software deployment, and updates
  • Proficient in managing and maintaining Active Directory, including user accounts, group policies, and domain services
  • Skill in designing, implementing, and troubleshooting Group Policy Objects (GPOs) for security and configuration management
  • Knowledge of on-premise email systems (e.g., Microsoft Exchange) and cloud-based email solutions (e.g., Office 365)
  • Administration and optimization of Office 365 services, including SharePoint, Exchange Online, and Teams
  • Understanding of security best practices, including the implementation of Single Sign-On (SSO) and Multi-Factor Authentication (MFA)
  • Experience with backup solutions and disaster recovery planning to ensure data integrity and availability
  • Strong troubleshooting skills to identify and resolve server-related issues efficiently
  • Administration of Jamf Pro MDM automation and engineering
  • Administration of Google Workspace MDM endpoint management and security
  • SQL/MySQL database administration
  • Manages contractors and consultants on a per-project basis

Experience:
  • In-depth knowledge of Apple and Google device hardware, as well as Server hardware including RAID configurations
  • Linux integrations with Jamf Pro Server
  • High-level troubleshooting skills related to iOS, macOS, Linux, Unix, Windows, Windows Server, and Chrome OS
  • Working knowledge of enterprise SAN integrations in an Active Directory environment
  • Active Directory integrations with Apple devices
  • In-depth knowledge of Google Cloud Directory Sync services
  • High level understanding of application management and policy-based inheritance

WORKING CONDITIONS:
Mental Demands:
  • Ability to work in a high-pressure environment while maintaining a high degree of professionalism
  • Strong ability to multitask
  • Ability to work a flexible schedule as needed, including occasional prolonged and irregular hours
  • Able to solve complex problems with tight deadlines
  • Communicating well in both oral and written form, complying with timelines

Physical demands/environmental factors:
  • Reaching with hands and arms and frequently repeating the same hand, arm, or finger motion
  • Ability to sit for prolonged periods of time
  • Ability to lift 60 pounds
  • Seeing close work such as typed or handwritten material

Job Type: Permanent

Job ID: 254808747