Systems Engineer / Admin: MS 365, Windows Server, virtualized server, EntraID/AD, SCCM, & MDM

THIS ROLE IS ONSITE IN ANAHEIM, CA. 20% TRAVEL TO ONTARIO IS REQUIRED.

KORE1, a nationwide provider of staffing and recruiting solutions, has an immediate opening for a Systems Engineer / Admin: MS 365, Windows Server, virtualized server, EntraID/AD, SCCM, & MDM

The Systems Engineer / Administrator / Endpoint Admin is part of the System Administrator / Engineering team and is responsible for managing and troubleshoot large complex systems consisting of a combination that may include servers, storage arrays, and the physical and logical components that integrate these systems together. In this function, he / she is responsible for reliable and secure performance of the enterprise. The Systems Admin / Engineer demonstrates sound understanding of vendor specific best practices to manage and monitor a secure computing environment, while meeting or exceeding service levels or designed performance metrics. The Systems Admin / Engineer manages all related infrastructure including datacenters, servers, storage arrays, backup, and business applications in physical or virtual form, for both on-prem or cloud solutions.

Reporting to the Sr. IT Infrastructure Manager, this candidate will need to have a broad knowledge of server and endpoint configuration and administration, and the ability to quickly learn new and unfamiliar technologies. This position will be an integral part in the day-to-day operations and planning for the future of our IT infrastructure.

INITIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Configure, install, and troubleshoot complex Windows Server environments including virtualization technology such as Hyper-V, Failover Clustering, System Center Operations Manager and Virtual Machine Manager.
• Configure, install, and troubleshoot storage solutions (HPE Nimble)
• Perform daily system monitoring, verifying the integrity and availability of all hardware, server resources, systems, and key processes, reviewing system and application logs, and verifying completion of scheduled jobs such as backups.
• Monitor daily backup operations, ensuring all required file systems and system data are successfully backed up to the appropriate media.
• Perform ongoing performance tuning, hardware upgrades, and resource optimization as required.
• Assist in migration production loads into Azure
• Microsoft System Center Platforms
• Server and Endpoint health monitoring and mitigation.
• Develop enterprise Operating Systems imaging / deployment methodology.
• Manage existing MECM/SCCM deployment.
• Create and manage application deployment objects for new and existing software.
• Implement and manage Intune for MDM (iOS and Android)
• Implement and manage patching processes for Microsoft and third-party software.
• Support existing Microsoft Active Directory Domain Services and Azure Active Directory /EntraID deployment.
• Provision and maintain remote services such as Microsoft Remote Desktop Services.
• Manage access controls, permissions, and DFSR health on file servers.
• Administer and maintain Microsoft 365 services and applications.
• Scripting and automation of common tasks leveraging PowerShell and related tools.
• Interface with the Systems Administrators/Helpdesk Technicians and provide Level 2 Support.
• Maintain ongoing communications with support teams regarding application issue resolution and general workstation management support.
• Assure ITIL compliance including inventories, documentation and change management processes.
• Document and improve internal procedures.
• Resolve desktop, printer, network, server, and application issues in a timely manner.
• Manage manufacturing technologies such as wireless barcode scanners and label printers.
• Assist with onboarding of new users.

POSITION REQUIREMENTS:

• Bachelor's degree in computer science, Information Systems or a relevant subject matter preferred.
• Expert knowledge of Microsoft Operating Systems. MCSE or equivalent certifications preferred.
• 5-7 years equivalent experience in an Systems Engineer / Admin role
• 1+ years of recent or current experience working in an enterprise windows environment.
• 3-7 years of provisioning Windows Servers in an enterprise environment.
• 2-5 years of virtualization / hyper-visor experience w/ Hyper-V preferred
• 1-3+ years of backup experience w/ Veeam preferred
• Storage experience is a plus, HPE an even bigger plus.
• Azure skills are a plus
• Strong experience with Microsoft System Center Platforms including
• Server and Endpoint health monitoring and mitigation. (We use Windows & Hyper-V servers.)
• Developing enterprise Operating Systems imaging / deployment methodology.
• Managing existing MECM/SCCM deployment.
• Strong experience with any MDM tool with Intune preferred
• Create and manage application deployment objects for new and existing software.
• Experience implementing and managing patching processes for Microsoft and third-party software.
• Experience administering and maintaining Microsoft 365 services and applications.
• Experience supporting existing Microsoft Active Directory Domain Services and Azure Active Directory /EntraID deployment.
• Experience managing access controls, permissions, and DFSR health on file servers is preferred.
• Scripting and automation of common tasks leveraging PowerShell and related tools is preferred
• Highly self-motivated and directed.
• Excellent hardware and software troubleshooting experience.
• Willingness to learn new software, hardware, and technologies.
• Effective written and verbal communications. Ability to convey technical issues and material to non-technical people (end-users).
• Ability to effectively prioritize and execute tasks in a high-pressure environment.
• Adept at reading, writing, and interpreting technical documentation and procedure manuals.
• Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
• Maintain a flexible work schedule that allows for after hours and weekend work.
• Participation in after-hours standard maintenance of Windows operating systems.
• Availability to travel to our Ontario, California Manufacturing Facility up to 20% annually.

Compensation depends on experience but is $75-150K plus bonus.