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Graybar Senior Windows Server Administrator in St Louis, Missouri

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As a Senior Windows Server Administrator, you will maintain highly technical inter-network of computing systems, ensure high level of systems performance and availability, and execute system and subsystem startups, shutdowns, backups, and dumps. You will investigate and respond to system-generated alerts, and identify and resolve service-level objective compliance problems.

Candidates should possess in-depth technical knowledge and hands-on experience with PowerShell, Active Directory Domain Services, and the Windows Server Operating System. The individual’s primary responsibilities will consist of, but will not be limited to, general server management in various cloud environments using automation tools. Candidates will research, evaluate, design, implement, and maintain system and product solutions, applying knowledge of engineering and security principles. Individuals will also provide technical direction and engineering support for projects and infrastructure.

Responsibilities:

  • Support complex environments running various 3rd party applications

  • Evaluate Windows systems for stability and scalability to support current and future needs of customers

  • Installing, patching, and upgrading systems on a cadence using automation tools and cloud-native processes

  • Investigate and record problem symptoms and status information in a timely fashion to communicate internally within IT as well as externally with other teams through problem resolution

  • Monitoring, backup, and restoration procedures for Windows systems and applications using cloud best practices

  • Document new system components or modifications to existing components

  • Ensure the security and integrity of system and product solutions

  • Participate in a 24/7 on-call rotation for emergency technical support and planned maintenance activities

What you bring to the table:

  • Minimum 10 years of experience in System Administration; at least 5 years of experience in system design and implementation

  • 4 year degree in Computer Science or related field required; advanced degree preferred

  • Technical Certification preferred

Proficient in:

  • Experience managing Windows Server systems with PowerShell and automation

  • Strong communication skills

  • Ability to write clear, complete, and fluent emails, as well as internal documentation

  • Experience using Terraform to deploy and manage Windows Servers

  • One or more professional level Windows certifications is a plus

  • Real-world, hands on experience with Azure IaaS

Work shift and hours:

  • Full-time, hourly, non-exempt

  • Monday - Friday remote

  • 8 hour shift worked between the hours of 6a-6p

  • Will be on call for any emergency support

  • Paid time-off, including 3+ weeks of vacation, sick time, and volunteer time.

Compensation Details:

  • The expected pay rate for this position is starting at $100,000 annually depending on experience.

Why should you join Graybar?

At Graybar, our employees are the heart and soul of our company. We believe that employees with diverse perspectives bring the ideas and innovative thinking we need to solve our biggest challenges and compete in an ever-changing world. Consistent with our values, we welcome people from all backgrounds, cultures and experiences into our company because we believe it’s the right thing to do and the right way to run our business.

We want each of our employees to know that they matter and to feel a sense of belonging, ownership and inclusion at Graybar. We believe that everyone should be treated with dignity and respect, and we work to build a collaborative environment where our employees have the opportunity to grow, learn and make a difference, both as individuals and as part of the team.

That’s what our employee ownership culture is all about: working as one team and moving forward together, while honoring the unique value each person brings to our company.

Apply now and find out what’s next for you.

At Graybar, we are known for our comprehensive benefits and our employee stock ownership plan! As a full-time employee of Graybar, you will accrue THREE weeks of vacation during your first 12 months, and will have access to a wide variety of our benefits. Benefits include: Medical Insurance and Prescription Drug, Dental Insurance, Vision Plan, Life Insurance, Flexible Spending Accounts, Disability Benefits, Profit Sharing Plan, 401(k) Savings Plan, Paid Vacation, Sick Days and Holidays, Employee Recognition Program

Equal Opportunity Employer/Vet/Disabled

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