Senior Systems Administrator - 75% Remote

Published Job TitleSenior Systems Administrator - 75% Remote
LocationOMCA Hoffman Estates, IL-OMCA
PositionOMCA Network Systems Administr-OMCNSA
External Description

Work at OMRON!

OMRON is a global leader in the field of automation, an $8 billion global technology company celebrating more than 80 years of success. OMRON’s business fields cover a broad spectrum, ranging from industrial automation and electronic components to social systems and healthcare. OMRON Management Center of America, Inc. is the regional headquarters for OMRON in the Americas.

 

Senior Systems Administrator

The Senior Systems Administrator will be responsible for providing technical support and assistance to end-users, resolving hardware and software issues, managing network and server systems, and assist in maintaining overall IT infrastructure. This role provides technical expertise throughout the offices within the Americas while realizing the strategic goals of Corporate Headquarters. The organization’s growth and industries served will offer ample opportunity to work with cutting edge technologies. The ideal candidate should have a strong understanding of IT systems and excellent problem-solving abilities. Effective communication skills and the ability to work well in a team are essential for this role.

 

Our Commitment to Employees:

• Training and Career Development Program to give employees a learning path with the necessary tools and resources they need to help build their career at Omron.
• Great financial opportunities with competitive compensation, immediate 401k match with 100% vesting, profit sharing, and Blue Cross Blue Shield for medical, dental, vision and prescription drug benefits.
• Community Awareness that includes activities with local non-profit organizations and a Matching Gift Program.
• Work-Life Balance with Flexible Work Arrangements, Flexible Work Hours, and Sick/Vacation/Holiday Pay.
• Wellness Activities such as Walking Contests, Nutritional Learning Sessions, On Site Flu shots and Health Screenings.

Responsibilities:

• System Administration:
  • Administer, configure, and maintain servers, including Windows and Linux-based systems.
  • Manage virtualization environments, such as VMware or Hyper-V.
  • Manage public cloud environments, such as AWS or Azure
  • Monitor system performance and troubleshoot issues to ensure high availability and reliability.
  • Participate in on-call rotation to support 24/7 business operation.
• Security and Compliance:
  • Implement and enforce IT security policies and procedures to protect sensitive data.
  • Stay up-to-date with the latest cybersecurity threats and best practices.
• Backup and Disaster Recovery:
  • Develop and maintain backup and disaster recovery plans to ensure data integrity and business continuity.
• Hardware and Software Management:
  • Procure and manage IT hardware and software assets.
  • Assist in software installation, updates, and license management.
• User Support:
  • Provide advanced technical support to end-users and resolve complex IT issues.
  • Collaborate with the Help Desk team to handle escalated support requests.
• Documentation and Reporting:
  • Maintain comprehensive documentation of IT systems, processes, and configurations.
  • Generate regular reports on system performance, security, and compliance.
• Collaboration:
  • Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure alignment with the company goals and objectives.
  • Mentor and provide guidance to junior IT staff.

Job Requirements:

• Bachelor’s degree in computer science or related field or equivalent technical professional experience required.
• Minimum five (5) years of IT experience. Proven experience as a Systems Administrator in a senior or lead role, with a focus on enterprise-level IT systems.
• Strong technical experience in areas such as Windows/Linux server administration, virtualization, networking, storage and database management.
• Demonstrated use of IaaS, PaaS and SaaS.
• Knowledge of cybersecurity principles, including firewalls.
• Proficiency in scripting and automation tools (IaC knowledge is a plus) to streamline administrative tasks.
• Familiarity with ITIL framework and IT service management practices.
• Excellent documentation skills.
• Excellent problem-solving and analytical skills with the ability to handle multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.

Don't meet every single requirement? Studies have shown that women and people of color are less likely to apply to jobs unless they meet every single qualification. At Omron we are dedicated to building a diverse, inclusive and authentic workplace, so if you're excited about this role but your past experience doesn't align perfectly with every qualification in the job description, we encourage you to apply anyways. You may be just the right candidate for this or other roles.

 

Omron is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We provide equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability or genetics. In addition to federal law requirements, we comply with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training.