J.M. Huber Corporation is one of the largest privately held, family-owned companies in the United States. Established in 1883, we are a diversified, global supplier of specialty and commodity chemicals, hydrocolloid solutions, engineered wood products and natural resources to customers spanning a wide variety of industries. With approximately $3 billion in sales and 4,000 employees worldwide, we have a material presence in more than 20 countries.
Purpose of Job
THIS POSITION CAN BE REMOTELY BASED IN ITALY.
The Senior Systems Engineer plays a crucial role in designing, installing, configuring, analyzing, and maintaining servers, systems, storage, and subsystems.
Working collaboratively within the Sysadmin team consisting of internal resources and service providers, this individual contributes to various projects initiated by different departments, ensuring optimal system performance and the timely completion of technical infrastructure projects and operational tasks.
Main Responsibilities & Requirements
1. Extensive expertise in Windows-based operating environments, with a focus on configuration, design, and troubleshooting of Windows Server systems
2. Application of industry best practices in building Windows environments and resolving complex system issues for both Linux and Windows systems
3. Proficient in VMware virtualization in on-premises and cloud settings, hands-on experience with provisioning and managing virtual resources in hybrid cloud environments
4. Knowledgeable in VDI and advanced skills in Citrix Workspace, along with system monitoring, backup management, and performance maintenance
5. Capability to apply operating system and security patches, PowerShell scripting and command line proficiency
6. Exceptional troubleshooting skills and the capacity to visualize and implement necessary technology solutions and infrastructure
7. Adherence to ITIL standard processes for routine tasks and issue resolution, serving as the primary contact for server infrastructure escalations
8. Collaborative coordination with IT infrastructure teams, responsible for documentation and updates as per Project Plan and DC Cloud technology
9. Direct collaboration with vendors for third-party server/software deployment and involvement in the design and revamping of Project Plans
Professional Experience & Qualifications
10. Several years of extensive experience in Windows Server Systems Administration, specifically with Windows Server 2019 and 2022, including proficiency in Windows Active Directory, DNS, DHCP, IIS, and .Net environments
11. Significant experience in VMware virtualization Systems Administration, focusing on ESXi 7 and vCenter 7, including knowledge of vCenter HA, vDS, and vSANs
12. Comprehensive understanding of networking fundamentals
13. Broad knowledge in network design, virtualization, storage solutions, VMware, and firewall protocols
14. Familiarity with Capacity and Performance Management
15. Experience with project management methodologies and tools
16. Strong knowledge in security patch management and vulnerability assessment
17. Exposure to Azure IaaS and PaaS cloud infrastructure technologies is advantageous
18. Strong communication skills, profeciency in English
19. Professional Certifications: Windows Certification (e.g., MCSE) is a plus VMware Certification (e.g., VCP) is highly regarded
20. Ability to work autonomously, and commitment to providing off-hours support as needed in a team-oriented environment
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