System Administrator 4

Location: Richmond, Virginia, USA

Duration: 2 month (Hybrid)

Visa Status: USC, GC, GCEAD, H1B, C2C

Job Description:

Monitor and manage server and application performance, ensuring all systems are functioning efficiently and securely.

• Implement and enforce security configurations and best practices for servers and applications.
• Assist in audit preparedness, ensuring servers and systems meet compliance standards and are ready for external audits.
• Work closely with the internal team to address and close out any findings from audits.
• Perform regular server maintenance to keep systems secure and performing optimally.
• Resolve server performance issues, security vulnerabilities, and system errors, ensuring minimal downtime.
• Regularly review server logs and performance metrics to proactively identify and address potential issues.
• Provide backup support to team members handling other Operations activities, ensuring that all operational needs are met.
• Maintain thorough documentation of server configurations, procedures, and best practices for reference and training purposes.

Required Proficiency in Windows Server, Linux/Unix-based systems, and other server environments.
Required Experience with server performance monitoring tools to track and analyze system performance metrics.
Required Knowledge of security tools and practices such as antivirus, encryption, firewalls, and system hardening.
Required Familiarity with automation and scripting tools for routine server maintenance and management tasks.
Hands-on experience with virtualization platforms or other virtual environments.
Required Experience with backup and disaster recovery solutions for server environments.
Required Broad understanding of networking concepts (e.g., TCP/IP, DNS, DHCP, VPN, Load Balancing) for troubleshooting and managing server communications.
Desired CompTIA Network+ (or similar networking certification) – A solid foundation in networking principles.
Desired Microsoft Certified: Microsoft Certified Solutions Expert (MCSE) – Demonstrates expertise in managing Windows Server environments.
Desired ITIL Foundation – A basic understanding of IT service management frameworks, useful for providing operational support and service coverage.



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