Lead Systems Administrator, Infrastructure Operations

Genesis10 is currently seeking a Lead Systems Administrator with our consumer finance lender client. This is a 6-month contract position with the right to hire. Location: Hybrid Onsite in South Jordan, Utah (strong preference) or Pittsburgh, PA
Summary:

• The Lead Systems Administrator Position is a highly technical hands-on position who is responsible for the implementation, maintenance, security, and reliable operations of the Bank's Systems infrastructure. This responsivity includes data centers, cloud environments, virtual and physical servers, SAN/NAS storage, VMware, Windows, and Linux Servers. This role will require strong technical and analytical skills to manage large scale compute and storage implementations. The skillset will demand understanding of implementing technologies such as encryption and other management or security software.

Responsibilities:

• Represents the team and the Bank working with other business areas and in vendor relationships.
• Manages and implement the M365 tenant.
• Implements and manage other cloud services and solutions.
• Implements SSO and SAML solutions.
• Manages Active Directory on premise and Azure.
• Knowledge of VMware ESX and Horizon View VDI.
• Contributes to the design, architecture, implementation and maintenance of technology projects.
• Implements and trouble shoots complex applications.
• Planning and implementation of Linux and Windows based servers (Physical and/or virtual).
• Ensures operational stability of technologies and services supporting the lines of business.
• Works closely with our technology partners to troubleshoot and resolve complex problems.
• Plans and coordinates complex system upgrades.
• Analyzes hardware and software system performance, review monitoring tools, and perform routine maintenance as necessary.
• Occasionally work evenings or weekends to facilitate solutions when necessary, (e.g. where downtime or deadlines demand).
• Champions continuous improvement and metric driven results for maintaining and enhancing the reliability, stability, integrity and security of the IT systems.
• Performs other duties as assigned.
• Researches, evaluates hardware and software solutions. Onboard new vendors.
• Manages hardware and software licensing and support contracts.
• Develops and maintains documentation of system policies, procedures and configurations.
• Compliance with Laws & Regulations:
  • Responsible for complying with all of the Bank's internal control policies and procedures.
  • Responsible for understanding and complying with all laws and regulations to which the Bank is subject.
  • Responsible for communicating problems in operations, noncompliance with the code of conduct, noncompliance with laws and regulations, policy violations, or illegal acts.

Requirements:

• Bachelor's Degree in Computer Science, Mathematics, Engineering, four (4) years of related Windows or Linux systems administration experience accepted in lieu of education requirement.
• Five (5) years' experience managing AD, MS365 VMWare, Server environments.
• Experience implementing and managing SAN environments.
• Strong triage and troubleshooting skills.
• Strong people skills with the ability and desire to communicate in an open and honest manner.
• Ability to prioritize workload effectively and work well under pressure.
• Ability to troubleshoot hardware and software systems.
• Capable of working independently or in a team environment.
• Experience reviewing and selecting best-fit technologies based on project needs and cost-effectiveness.
• Experience integrating diverse systems and technologies.
• Only candidates available and ready to work directly as Genesis10 employees will be considered for this position.

If you have the described qualifications and are interested in this exciting opportunity, please apply!
Ranked a Top Staffing Firm in the U.S. by Staffing Industry Analysts for six consecutive years, Genesis10 puts thousands of consultants and employees to work across the United States every year in contract, contract-for-hire, and permanent placement roles. With more than 300 active clients, Genesis10 provides access to many of the Fortune 100 firms and a variety of mid-market organizations across the full spectrum of industry verticals.
For contract roles, Genesis10 offers the benefits listed below. If this is a perm-placement opportunity, our recruiter can talk you through the unique benefits offered for that particular client. Benefits of Working with Genesis10:

• Access to hundreds of clients, most who have been working with Genesis10 for 5-20+ years.
• The opportunity to have a career-home in Genesis10; many of our consultants have been working exclusively with Genesis10 for years.
• Access to an experienced, caring recruiting team (more than 7 years of experience, on average.)
• Behavioral Health Platform
• Medical, Dental, Vision
• Health Savings Account
• Voluntary Hospital Indemnity (Critical Illness & Accident)
• Voluntary Term Life Insurance
• 401K
• Sick Pay (for applicable states/municipalities)
• Commuter Benefits (Dallas, NYC, SF)
• Remote opportunities available

For multiple years running, Genesis10 has been recognized as a Top Staffing Firm in the U.S., as a Best Company for Work-Life Balance, as a Best Company for Career Growth, for Diversity, and for Leadership, amongst others. To learn more and to view all our available career opportunities, please visit us at our website.
Genesis10 is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Candidates will receive consideration without regard to their race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.