Systems Administrator

Summary:
Support all aspects of the Fairbanks computing infrastructure by maintaining, upgrading and managing our software, hardware and networks.
Essential Job Duties:

• Build and support both physical and virtual servers.
• Ensure that appropriate System and Data backups are executed on a regular schedule and verify backup and restore capabilities.
• Support 3rd party system connectivity to Fairbanks networks.
• Write and support scripts and batch processes.
• Evaluate systems, looking for glitches or disturbances; analyze technical issues; and develop solutions.
• Assist with the daily administration of a server environment.
• Install upgrades, patches, and new applications and equipment.
• Support and enforce a disaster recovery, security, and back up and restore plan.
• Contribute to technical documentation, manuals and IT policies.
• Keep current on knowledge in field of expertise; participate in relevant educational opportunities such as live classes and webinars, read professional publications, network with other professionals, and maintain active memberships in professional organizations.

• Performs other related duties as assigned.

Required Qualifications - Required qualifications to effectively perform the job. An equivalent combination of education, training, and experience will be considered. (Additional requirements may be designated by position.)

• This position requires a bachelor's degree in network systems or five years in technical role supporting networks and servers.
• Must have two years of related experience.
• BS/BA in Information Technology, Computer Science or a related discipline; professional certification (e.g. Microsoft Certified Systems Administrator (MCSA)) is preferred.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities - May be representative, but not all-inclusive, of those knowledge, skills, and abilities commonly associated with this position.

• Knowledge of ERP user maintenance, permissions, and overall administration.
• Strong knowledge of Microsoft Intune and endpoint management practices.
• Experience in Microsoft Admin Center preferred.
• General knowledge of Linux based servers with a focus on security practices.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office products.
• Experience with databases, networks (LAN, WAN) and patch management.
• Strong knowledge of security landscape, including types of malware, intrusion risk, detection and prevention, social engineering and end user security training protocols.
• Knowledge of server functions, including ability to create Virtual Machines, scheduled tasks, access authority.
• Knowledge and successful use of Microsoft PowerShell.
• General knowledge of basic SQL server requirements.
• General knowledge of database systems, with focus on SQL database administration.
• Knowledge of Cisco and Cisco Meraki Gateway and switch appliance knowledge and management experience.
• Understanding of troubleshooting utilities and tools, virus detection software.
• Critical thinker with exceptional attention to detail.
• Excellent problem-solving skills with the ability to work with end users.
• Excellent communication skills, both verbally and in writing.
• Ability to effectively organize and prioritize work as well as concentrate on multiple tasks simultaneously.

Work Environment - Environmental or atmospheric conditions commonly associated with the performance of the functions of this job.

• General office setting. Prolonged periods of sitting at a desk and working on a computer.

Physical Abilities - Activities that are commonly associated with the performance of the functions of this job. The physical demands described below are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.

• Required to use close vision and be able to focus.
• Regularly required to talk and hear; frequently required to sit, stand and bend at the knee and waist, and walk.
• Must be able to have repetitive wrist, hand and/or finger movement to type and work on computer.
• Must have finger dexterity and hand-eye coordination to work on computer, telephone, and related office equipment.
• Regular attendance is a necessary and essential function.

Fairbanks Scales Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer including Disability/Vets
DISCLOSURE REGARDING BACKGROUND INVESTIGATION
Fairbanks Scales Inc. may obtain information about you from a third-party consumer reporting agency for employment purposes. Thus, you may be the subject of a "consumer report" and/or "investigative consumer report" which may include information about your character, general reputation, personal characteristics, and/or mode of living, and which can involve personal interviews with sources such as neighbors, friends, or associates, The reports may contain information regarding your credit history, criminal history, social security verification, motor vehicle records ("driving records"), verification of your education or employment history, or other background checks. Credit history will only be requested where such information is substantially related to the duties and responsibilities of the position for which you are applying.
NOTIFICATION OF PRE-EMPLOYMENT DRUG SCREENING
Fairbanks Scales Inc. performs post-offer, pre-employment drug testing for all roles prior to being hired into any role as part of our Drug Free Workplace Policy. In addition, Fairbanks Scales Inc. performs post-offer, pre-employment drug testing under the authority of the U.S. Department of Transportation prior to being hired for any role or transferred into a safety-sensitive role.