IT Systems Administrator

country: US all locations: [Portage, MI] commitment: Full-time department: Partner Position location: Portage, MI team: 9865 What you'll get to do:: Collaborate with IT counterparts on system enhancements and incident resolution.  Identify and implement system and process improvements to enhance technical efficiency.  Install, upgrade, and troubleshoot Windows systems and servers.  Manage firewalls for performance and security.  Configure, manage, and maintain Extreme Networks VOSS switches for optimal performance, security, and reliability.  Manage hardware and software licensing renewals an updates.  Administer M365 environment utilizing best practices for performance and security.  Monitor and manage SIEM infrastructure for security threats.  Maintain disaster recovery plans with periodic testing and updates.   Maintain and monitor Windows security updates and anti-virus systems.  Manage VMware vSphere-based infrastructure.  Ensure compliance with industry security standards and best practices, such as Cybersecurity Maturity Model Certification (CMMC).  What will make you successful:: • A Bachelor’s Degree in Information Technology or a related field is preferred, but equivalent experience and certifications will be considered. • 5+ years of relevant work experience is required. • Industry certifications such as CompTIA Security+, Cisco CCNA, Extreme Networks, VMware, Microsoft Azure/M365, or CISSP/CISM are a plus. • Strong knowledge of Windows Server administration, Active Directory, Group Policy, DHCP, and DNS. • Experience with Role-Based Access Control (RBAC) and Distributed File System (DFS). • Ability to create scripts and automate tasks in PowerShell. • Familiarity with programming languages (C#, VB, .NET) is a plus. • Proficiency in VMware vSphere and vSAN. • Experience with cloud backup technologies. • Experience in a manufacturing IT environment is preferred.