Systems Administrator

Description

Job Summary:  Responsible for providing daily operations support and maintenance of Carnegie Library of Pittsburgh’s Information Technology infrastructure.  This includes, but is not limited to: PCs, laptops, servers, storage, peripherals, security and networks.

Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:
•Installing, configuring, testing, maintaining, monitoring, and troubleshooting server, SAN/storage, end user workstation, software, networked peripheral devices, cabling, networking hardware and software products;
•Performing on-site and remote analysis, diagnosis, and resolution of complex server, SAN/storage and network problems and recommending and implementing corrective hardware and software solutions, including off-site repair;
•Coordinating and performing PC, laptop, server, SAN/storage and network improvements, upgrades, and repairs;
•Providing training and support to library staff;
•Preparing and ensuring accuracy of documentation, procedure manuals, and help sheets for server, storage and network installations, including data, voice, and video systems;
•Responding to emergency system outages in accordance with business continuity and disaster recovery plans;
•Writing technical specifications for purchase of PC, laptop, server, storage and networking hardware and software products.

Requirements & Qualifications:
•Minimum two years of experience with VMWare; VMWare ESX 3.5 or newer, preferably ESXi 4.x and/or ESXi 5.x; Experience with Standard or Enterprise versions a must;
•Windows Server 2003/2008/7, Linux experience a plus;
•Solid knowledge of network security principles and practices to include firewalls, TCPIP, DNS, and DHCP;
•Strong hands-on knowledge in the monitoring/maintenance/troubleshooting of PC, laptop, server, storage, and network devices, LAN switching technologies, anti-virus, and backup systems;
•Related project management experience;
•Self-motivated with strong initiative, organizational skill, and attention to detail;
•Ability to present ideas and instruction in a user-friendly manner;
•Five or more years of related server and systems administration experience, with current knowledge of the skills required above;
•Valid PA Driver’s License and the ability to travel locally and/or regionally as required; Will have routine local travel to CLP locations and occasional related travel;
Bachelor’s degree in a related field preferred;
Physical ability to bend, stoop, climb, crouch , kneel, reach and stand for prolonged periods of time, along with ability to lift, carry, push and/or pull up to 60 pounds, such as computers, monitors, etc.;
PA Criminal Record Check, PA Child Abuse History Clearance, and Credit Check required upon offer of employment.

Work Hours: Salaried position; Generally 37.5 hours per week, Monday – Friday, 8:00am – 4:30pm, with additional time as needed.

Salary:  $45,000 - $60,000, depending on experience

How to Apply:  Interested applicants should apply online by August 3, 2014