Role and Responsibilities
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Configure and manage Microsoft Active Directory environments to ensure the smooth and reliable operation in order to meet business objectives and processes.
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Support Office's e-mail infrastructure.
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Install and administer server based production systems as it applies to internal projects.
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Review of server infrastructure, including taking proactive measures to ensure continued stability and assist in the development and/or revision of server based standards, guidelines and policies as determined by internal stake holders.
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Maintain reliable vendor management with outside support organizations in the maintenance, service and purchase of LAN Technology equipment and accessories.
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Monitor critical servers (like Exchange, Domain Controllers, DNS), to check if they are functioning properly, check disk usage, check critical alerts
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Configure Exchange Mailboxes for e.g.: - Move to a higher quota, give rights to mailboxes
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Provide support to Helpdesk & Staff with related to servers / applications related to servers
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Installation of Windows on Physical Servers as need be
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Periodically update windows patches & harden the windows servers as per the schedule
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Proactively take ownership & resolve technical issues to closure
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Implement Disaster recovery solution by implementing Double Take solution for physical servers & test the plan to meet the objectives.
Qualifications and Education Requirements
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High School Diploma or GED and a minimum of 8 years related experience in MS Windows Exchange 2010/2013 server configuration, or Microsoft Server 2008/2012.
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Microsoft Certified System Engineer 2008/2012 or MS Windows Server 2008/2012 Certification.
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Bachelor's Degree in Computer Science or related field preferred.
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SQL database experience preferred.
VMware/NetApp SAN Storage experience in a business environment preferred.
Preferred Skills
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Knowledge of virtualization and server consolidation using VMware Virtual Infrastructure and associated tools.
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Windows Server 2003, 2008, 2012. Active Directory 2003 & 2008, Exchange 2003, 2010, ISA / TMG
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Windows Clustering & Load Balancing
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Knowledge of PowerShell scripting technologies.
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In-depth knowledge of Windows 2008/2012 server.
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Strong understanding/experience with archiving and journaling.
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Ability to configure and manage Filer Aggregates, Volumes, LUN, and CIF shares.
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Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
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Demonstrated strength in statistical/analytical tools for system monitoring.
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Knowledge back-up solutions a plus.
