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Job ID: 319838

Job Summary:

The role of the System and Application Administrator Senior is crucial for maintaining the peak performance and security of our IT infrastructure. With a primary focus on deploying, configuring, and overseeing VMware vSphere environments, this position entails constant monitoring and optimization of both virtual and physical infrastructure. The Senior Administrator is responsible for implementing and managing virtual networks, storage, and security policies. Additionally, they troubleshoot issues related to virtualization and hardware, while configuring and maintaining Storage Area Network (SAN) systems. Regularly planned backup and disaster recovery procedures are executed to ensure data integrity. Success in this role requires strong communication skills, self-discipline, and a proactive problem-solving mindset. These attributes are vital for handling escalations from other IT teams and fostering effective collaboration with vendors.

Essential Functions:

30% - Design, deploy, configure, and manage VMware vSphere environment and components. Monitor and optimize virtual and physical infrastructure performance. Implement and manage virtual networks, storage, and security policies. Troubleshoot and resolve complex issues related to virtualization and hardware. Configure and maintain enterprise SAN storage systems. Perform regular backups, ensure data integrity, and test restore processes. Plan and execute disaster recovery procedures.

15% - Install, configure and maintain various logging or monitoring infrastructure. Develop and maintain log aggregation and analysis processes. Create custom dashboards and reports for monitoring and analysis. Proactive review and analysis of logs to maintain optimal security and overall systems health. Respond to security incidents by analyzing logs for anomalies.

15% - Deploy and manage endpoint security solutions such as client backups and antivirus/antimalware. Apply information security policies and procedures. Respond to and investigate security incidents. Remediate vulnerabilities identified during assessments. Perform security updates on enterprise software and hardware. Stay informed about the latest security threats and vulnerabilities.

15% Collaborate with other IT teams for cross-functional projects. Document and maintain configurations, procedures, and policies. Work closely with other IT professionals and departments. Communicate effectively with team members, management, and end-users. Coordinate and collaborate with vendors for external hardware and software support. Makes recommendations about improvements to systems processes and technologies.

15% - Manage datacenter hardware infrastructure including physical installation, removal, and upgrade of servers, cabling, and rack equipment. Onsite monitoring, investigation, and response to datacenter issues such as power, air conditioning, or related environmental conditions.

10% - Other duties as assigned.

Special Working Conditions:

• Possession of a valid State of Arizona Class D Driver\'s License is required; employee must meet district minimum standards regarding driving:https://www.maricopa.edu/about/careers/application-information#mvdOR(If moving from out of state)Possession of a valid State Class D Driver\'s License is required; employee must meet district minimum standards regarding driving:https://www.maricopa.edu/about/careers/application-information#mvd
• May be required to work evenings and weekends
• May be required to lift or carry up to 50lbs.
• May be required to work at mult ple sites or locations

How to Apply:

Applicants are strongly encouraged to submit a cover letter that details how the applicant meets the minimum and desired qualifications. A cover letter may further highlight an applicant\'s knowledge, skill and abilities. All minimum requirements must be metat the time of the application.

Additional materials will not be accepted after the job posting has closed.

Missing materials or incomplete employment history will not be considered.

Please ensure your materials clearly provide the following information.

Clearly illustrate how prior experience, knowledge and education meet the minimum and desired qualifications for this position.

Indicate whether former or current employment is Full-Time or;

Part-Time employment (must include number of hours worked)

Provide employment history in a month/year format (e.g., 09/07 to 10/11) including job title, job duties, for each position heldand name of employer for each position.

Three professional references, preferably current and/or former supervisors. If references are not provided in resume upon application, they will be requested at time of interview.