System Administrator

Overview

Unleash your problem-solving abilities in this dynamic role!

About Us: Progressive Expert Consulting:
Reimagining Virtual Learning

Progressive Expert Consulting (PEC) is a forward-thinking technology company leading the charge in reimagining virtual learning. We believe that education shouldn t be confined to physical classrooms, and we re dedicated to developing innovative solutions that make immersive, engaging, and effective learning experiences accessible to anyone, anywhere.

• The installation, configuration, maintenance, troubleshooting, and administration of all new and existing server systems including but not limited to firewalls, domain controllers, communications servers (email, mobile, phone, IM), database-backend/frontend servers, file servers, web servers, standalone product/service-specific servers, backup servers/appliances in both physical and virtualized environments, both on-site and at remote locations in a near 24x7 environment
• Monitors utilization of servers and reports any failures/potential failures with server-related hardware, software, or services
• Implements best practices to ensure server systems security against unauthorized access from persons both inside and outside the company
• Maintains proper documentation for server systems as well as emergency/disaster recovery plans
• Assists PEC employees and IT support staff as needed

• Bachelor s degree in a related field / Advanced degree or higher in a related field
• 4 years in directly related experience / 5-10 years indirectly related experience
• Understanding of server hardware
• Understanding of Microsoft server/client operating systems
• Understanding of MacOS, Linux, iOS and Android operating Systems
• Understanding of backup/recovery technologies
• Understanding of Microsoft Active Directory services
• Understanding of email technologies and protocols (Exchange, SMTP, POP3, IMAP, Active Sync)
• Understanding of basic networking concepts
• Understanding of virtualization technologies (Hyper-V, ESXi)
• Understanding of patching/updating/upgrading servers in a production environment
• Ability to troubleshoot server issues (by identifying and researching error codes in event logs)
• Candidate must be self-motivated and work with little or no supervision while staying on task
• Candidate must have the ability to multi-task while tracking/completing open issues
• Candidate must be able to work as part of a team
• Candidate must be able to express themselves in both written and verbal communication

• Understanding of Microsoft Exchange, Sharepoint, Web Apps, Project, SQL, Lync, IIS services
• Understanding of Microsoft Active Directory Group Policy
• Understanding of multi-domain hosting
• Understanding of cloud technologies
• Understanding of SAN technologies (server-side)
• Understanding of scripted processes (such as Power Shell)
• Experience designing and implement AI infrastructure

• A competitive salary and benefits package.
• The opportunity to work on a variety of creative projects across different mediums.
• A dynamic and collaborative work environment where your ideas are valued.
• The chance to make a real impact on the success of our company.

Please submit your resume and cover letter outlining why you re the perfect triple-threat creative we ve been searching for. Portfolios are encouraged. We can t wait to hear from you!

Location:

Syracuse, NY

Salary Range:
Based on experience