Costco Wholesale · 1 day ago
Systems Administrator - Windows Server - Costco Travel
Seattle, WA
Full-time
Onsite
Senior Level, Lead/Staff
$90K/yr - $120K/yr
8+ years expCostco Wholesale is a leading retailer known for its employee-centric culture and commitment to community service. They are seeking a Systems Administrator to manage and optimize Windows-based server environments at their Costco Travel Call Center and E-Commerce data centers, ensuring system reliability and security while providing support and enhancements to IT services.
E-CommerceRetailSportsTicketingWholesale
No H1B
Responsibilities
Configures, implements, customizes, and tests software/hardware; duplicates and documents software/hardware defects; and reviews and interprets error logs and source codes to diagnose errors
Develops and documents technical requirements for projects/enhancements
Creates and maintains technical design documentation and identifies which applications are impacted by the solution and associated interfaces
Drives governance through designing, developing, implementing, supporting, and documenting enterprise policies, standards, guidelines, monitoring services, solutions, configurations, and procedures
Researches, analyzes, and recommends changes required for system growth by utilizing industry standard monitoring and research tools
Identifies opportunities for streamlining, increasing effectiveness through continuous process improvement
Identifies and resolves problems, often anticipating issues before they occur or before they grow, develops and evaluates options, implements solutions, communicates results to ensure corrective and timely action is taken, and manages incident resolution to ensure all components work together
Manages/Coordinates virtual and physical servers including: server provisioning, upgrading, installing, monitoring, maintaining, and performance optimization
Administrates and operates server, network, and e-commerce infrastructure environments
Assists in the integration of new applications and technologies
Analyzes complex system configuration issues and provides solutions
Becomes a Subject Matter Expert (SME) with new technologies as needed
Provides training and documentation to others as needed or required
Works closely with other areas of business operations
Provides 24 X 7 on-call support as part of a scheduled rotation with other team members
Serves as a helpdesk escalation resource
Completes other duties as assigned
Qualification
Required
8+ years in Windows server operating system image design and configuration
8+ years of experience with network/systems administration
Have broad-based technical knowledge in storage and backup solutions, host systems, networks, applications, data, and security
Windows Server Operating Systems (2019, 2022)
Knowledge of security hardening techniques for Windows Server environments
Group Policy and Active Directory management
Familiarity with virtualization technologies, such as Vmware
Strong knowledge of Windows Server OS and virtualized and physical environments
Experience with patch management platforms and tools (e.g., WSUS, SCCM, or equivalent)
Knowledge of other industry operating systems such as Red Hat Linux and Mac OS
Proficiency in PowerShell scripting with a focus on lifecycle automation
Knowledge and experience with infrastructure monitoring solutions
Excellent troubleshooting and problem-solving skills
Strong communication, written/oral, and interpersonal skills; ability to work effectively with cross-functional teams and coordinate tasks
Able to work under pressure in stressful situations with a strong sense of urgency
Proven ability to follow priorities and meet deadlines
Scheduling flexibility to meet the needs of the business, including evenings, weekends, holidays, and 24X7 on call rotation
Team oriented and willing to assist other members when needed
Able to work independently, multi-task, respond to changing priorities and initiative to own specific tasks
Preferred
Relevant certifications (e.g., Microsoft Certified: Windows Server, MCSA, MCSE) are a plus
Solid understanding of patch management processes, compliance standards, and reporting
Ability to work in a team environment with a positive attitude
Proficient in Microsoft Workspace applications, including Excel, Word, Powerpoint and Outlook
Benefits
Paid time off
Health benefits - medical/dental/vision/hearing aid/pharmacy/behavioral health/employee assistance
Health care reimbursement account
Dependent care assistance plan
Short-term disability and long-term disability insurance
AD&D insurance
Life insurance
401(k)
Stock purchase plan to eligible employees
Company
Costco Wholesale
Costco Wholesale is a multibillion dollar global retailer with warehouse club operations in 14 countries.
10001+ employees
Funding
Current Stage
Public CompanyTotal Funding
unknown1985-12-05IPO
Leadership Team
Ron Vachris
President & COO
R
Russ Miller
Senior Executive Vice President, COO - Warehouse Operations - U.S. & Mexico
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