Systems Engineer
NPR
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Full Time Job
NPR is seeking a Systems Engineer for its IT Infrastructure team who will contribute to the design, administration, and support of all existing and new server infrastructure.
RESPONSIBILITIES
• Manage all systems supported by the Infrastructure team by performing enterprise storage management, server builds, patch management, virtual machine management, virus scanning, etc.
• Recommend and implement changes to the overall systems through following an institutionalized change management process
• Act as an escalation point on critical issues for various internal technology groups
• Create and maintain metrics to measure response time and availability for systems
• Respond to critical system issues on a 24x7 basis
• Keep management up to date about any issues and escalating in a timely manner
• Document processes, procedures, instructions, and training materials for users and IT colleagues
• Work closely with the Security Engineers to ensure that systems are secure and in compliance with all policies
• Analyze and document business and IT process workflow, and make recommendations where improvements can be made
• Pursue expansion of knowledge of and skills in current and emerging information technology
QUALIFICATIONS
REQUIRED SKILLS
• At least 3 years of experience supporting, maintaining, troubleshooting, and administering systems in a Datacenter Environment
• Working knowledge of Windows Servers (2012 ) is required
• Experience in Microsoft technologies such as Active Directory, IIS, SQL, DFS, and WSUS
• Experience with networking technologies, such as DHCP, DNS, BIND, NPS, etc.
• Experience supporting Microsoft Exchange or Office 365
• Experience supporting VMWare ESXI or Microsoft Hyper-V
• Basic knowledge of Citrix load balancing technologies
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to operate in high pressure environment and successfully handle multiple
Priorities
• Experience creating detailed systems documentation
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Experience working in a team-oriented, collaborative environment
• Ability to participate in an on-call rotation.
PREFERRED SKILLS
• Knowledge of Cloud Computing (AWS or Azure)
• Knowledge of Any 2 Factor Authentication Application preferably Okta
• Knowledge of Microsoft System Center Suite, including SCCM, SCOM, etc
• Knowledge of Linux
• Knowledge of Configuration Management Tools like Puppet, Chef, or Ansible
• Knowledge of Scripting with Python, Powershell, and Javascript
• Knowledge of Enterprise Storage Systems (Preferably IBM XIV or V5000)
• Knowledge of Enterprise Backup and Recovery Tools like Commvault
• Relevant industry certifications related to VMWare or Microsoft
NPR offers a competitive compensation and comprehensive benefits package including health and wellness benefits, retirement, and work/life balance programs, as well as opportunities for career growth and development.
NPR is an Equal Opportunity Employer. NPR is committed to being an inclusive place to work that welcomes diverse and unique perspectives, all working toward the same goal – to create a more informed public. Qualified applicants receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, creed, gender, gender identity or expression, age, national origin or ancestry, citizenship, disability, sexual orientation, marital status, pregnancy, veteran status, membership in the uniformed services, genetic information, or any other basis protected by applicable law.