Business Strategy, Cloud Computing, Communication Skills, Computer Science, Computer Security, Computer Terminals, Configuration Management, Cross-Functional, Customer Support/Service, DHCP (Dynamic Host Configuration Protocol), DNS (Domain Name System), Data Recovery, Design Services, Disaster Recovery, Employee Orientation, Hardware Virtualization, Help Desk, Identify Issues, Information Systems/Technology IS/IT Administration, Information Technology & Information Systems, Information/Data Security (InfoSec), Linux Operating System, Maintain Compliance, Management of Information Systems/Technology (MIS), Mentoring, Microsoft Active Directory, Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Hyper-V, Microsoft Office, Microsoft Outlook, Microsoft Windows Azure, Microsoft Windows Server, Microsoft Word, Network Administration/Management, Network Security, On Call, People Management, Performance Analysis, Presentation/Verbal Skills, Printers, Problem Solving Skills, Scripting (Scripting Languages), Security Design, Security Patches, Systems Administration/Management, Technical Delivery, Technical Leadership, Technical Support, VMWare, Writing Skills
FIRSTRUST BANK
Recognizes the leader in you
As one of the regions foremost community banking institutions, we take pride in fostering leadership. As a Firstrust employee, your growth is our growth. For you, that means great benefits, performance-based pay, a meaningful role, and resources to help your success. For us, that means employees who offer exemplary customer service with a commitment to our values - honesty, integrity, and accountability.
Hybrid Position
The Senior Systems Administrator is responsible for the design, implementation, maintenance, and optimization of enterprise IT infrastructure. This role ensures the reliability, security, and efficiency of networked systems and servers while providing technical leadership and support to junior staff. The Senior Systems Administrator works closely with IT management, business stakeholders, and external vendors to deliver robust technology solutions that support organizational goals.
JOB DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
- Install, configure, and maintain servers (Windows, Linux), and virtualization platforms in physical and cloud environments.
- Monitor system performance, troubleshoot issues, and proactively address potential problems to minimize downtime.
- Apply security patches, updates, and configurations to protect systems from vulnerabilities and ensure compliance.
- Assist the Information Security team to design and implement backup, disaster recovery, and business continuity strategies.
- Manage Active Directory, DNS, DHCP, and other core network services.
- Automate system administration tasks using scripts and configuration management tools.
- Collaborate with application and IT support teams to integrate new solutions and resolve cross-functional technical challenges.
- Document system configurations, procedures, and troubleshooting guides.
- Mentor and train junior administrators and provide technical guidance to support staff.
- Participate in after-hours maintenance, upgrades, and on-call support rotations as required.
- Provide escalation support to helpdesk Technical Support Group.
PHYSICAL AND SENSORY REQUIREMENTS
- Prolonged periods sitting at a desk and working on a computer.
- While performing the duties of this position, the employee will constantly be ascending and descending, moving about, and lifting objects.
- The employee may be required to lift files/materials up to 50 pounds to take to various locations.
- This position will incur installing, operating, and handling technical equipment such as personal computers, printers, and servers daily.
- The incumbent will be expected to operate a computer terminal.
POTENTIAL ON-THE-JOB RISKS
None identified.
EDUCATION, TRAINING, AND EXPERIENCE
- Minimum of 5 years supervisory experience.
- Bachelors degree in computer science or equivalent experience preferred.
- Minimum of 7 years of network operations and administration experience.
- Minimum of 5 years of Microsoft Windows Server experience certifications.
- Minimum of 3 years of network management and design experience.
- Experience administering hyperconverged environments (VMware and/or Hyper-V).
- Experience managing Microsoft Azure and Entra with hybrid Active Directory.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
- Intermediate skills in the Microsoft Office (Word, Outlook, Excel).
Firstrust Bank provides equal employment opportunity without regard to race, color, creed, sex (including pregnancy), age, gender (including gender nonconformity), status as a transgender or transsexual individual, physical or mental disability, religion, national origin, genetics, marital status, veterans status, ancestry, citizenship, sexual orientation, or other characteristics protected by applicable law. This policy applies to all areas of employment, including without limitation recruitment, hiring, training, and development, promotion, transfer, termination, compensation, benefits, and all other conditions and privileges of employment, in accordance with applicable federal, state, and local laws.
Firstrust Bank is an Equal Opportunity Employer. If you have a disability and need an accommodation to complete the application process, please email Firstrust Bank Human Resources Department at HResources@firstrust.com. Include your full name, best way to reach you, and the accommodation needed to assist with the application process. Firstrust provides reasonable accommodations so that disabled individuals may participate in the application and selection process. Please state your reasonable accommodation request for assistance in your message.
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