Garmin · 7 hours ago
Windows Systems Administrator
Olathe, KS
Full-time
Onsite
Entry, Mid Level
2+ years expGarmin is a leading technology company seeking a full-time Windows Systems Administrator 2 in Olathe, KS. In this role, you will manage technology through tools and scripting, lead IT coordination, and ensure the efficient operation of Garmin's windows server systems.
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Responsibilities
Designs and develops complex, integrated solutions to meet business requirements or enhance performance of Garmin’s windows server computing systems
Performs and evaluates costs analyses and vendor comparisons form small through large scale projects to ensure cost-effective and efficient operations and measures feasibility of various approaches and makes recommendations
Continuously develops technical subject matter expertise on established and emerging server, storage, email, file, and collaboration systems and other server-based technologies
Communicates effectively regarding system operations and environment changes
Adheres to SOX, PCI, and other regulatory requirements as dictated
Understands and avoids capacity, redundancy, and health constraints of server, storage, email, file, and collaboration systems
Ensures that all security requirements are met or exceeded, and appropriate levels of security access is monitored
Demonstrates proficient use and knowledge of standards and procedures
Serves as a mentor to less experienced IT Administrators (Administrator 1)
Provides reliable solutions to a variety of problems using sound problem solving techniques including performing root cause analysis and identification of corrective action for given problems
Performs and plans minor version upgrades and coordinates cross team non-project changes
Makes recommendations for component level improvements and identifies interdependencies in system and application components
Organizes and leads meetings with users of IT systems and participates in roadmap planning for systems or applications
Provides 24x7 on-call support
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's Degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Management Information Systems, Business or another technology related field AND a minimum of 2 years relevant experience
Experience troubleshooting Windows Server and infrastructure issues, including Active Directory, DNS, DHCP, and performance-related problems
Experience performing system monitoring, maintenance, and patching to keep production and development environments healthy and secure
Experience managing Active Directory user accounts, groups, and Group Policy Objects (GPOs) to maintain reliable authentication and compliance
Experience automating repetitive operational tasks using PowerShell to improve efficiency and reduce manual work
Experience collaborating with network, storage, and security teams to resolve cross-platform incidents and develop long-term solutions that strengthen Garmin's IT infrastructure
Ability to author and implement basic scripting and coding to automate technical needs such as to move files, backup, create configuration, or other tasks
Demonstrates ability to solve moderately complex technical problems independently
Demonstrates experience in successful implementation of technology solutions
Demonstrates quality and effectiveness in work documentation and organization
Benefits
Garmin's benefit program
Company
Garmin
WHERE DO WE START? How about Kansas City? That’s our home. That’s where Garmin put a stake in the ground in 1989.
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Funding
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