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Milton Hershey School · 14 hours ago

Senior Server Administrator

Hershey, PA

Full-time

Onsite

Mid, Senior Level

$89K/yr - $119K/yr

3+ years exp

Milton Hershey School is a remarkable institution dedicated to empowering students through education. They are seeking a Senior Server Administrator to support the school’s server and data center technology, ensuring system performance, reliability, and security while contributing to the IT Department's mission-driven goals.

Education

Comp. & Benefits

Responsibilities

Manage and support the School’s Office 365 business suite of applications

Utilize server management tools to monitor, analyze, and optimize system performance and availability

Upgrade and support the existing server infrastructure to ensure availability, reliability, security, and efficiency

Support the Privileged Access Management system to allow contractors access to secure systems and manage privileged and service accounts

Diagnose and resolve all server-related hardware and software issues

Assist in the design and implementation of server and client-based security practices (e.g., Windows Group Policy)

Maintain servers and applications by applying approved operating system and application updates

Maintain functional backup of all systems and ensure redundant systems are designed and tested accordingly

Assist with developing, maintaining, and testing the school’s disaster recovery systems and procedures

Interface with the Client Support and Application Systems teams to deliver server and cloud-based solutions

Perform routine audits of account and file access to ensure proper security and data protection

Create and maintain comprehensive documentation of all servers, storage, and systems

Mentor and provide guidance to other IT team members around server administration tasks

Participate in a rotating after-hours support schedule

Assist with evaluating, designing, and implementing new systems, including physical and virtual servers, storage solutions, backup systems, and server/cloud hosted applications

Qualification

Server infrastructure supportMicrosoft Active DirectoryAzure environmentsBackup systemsTroubleshooting skillsProject managementDocumentation skillsLearning new technologiesHigh integrityEngaging with studentsWindows server OSVirtualization softwareComputer management systemsCertifications MCSECertifications CompTIATeam collaborationOrganizational skillsInterpersonal skillsCommunication skills

Required

Bachelor's degree in computer science or related field, or commensurate years of experience

3 or more years' experience implementing and supporting server systems (hardware, software, storage, backup, account/file share administration, etc.)

Proven ability to work effectively and contribute in a collaborative team environment

Extensive knowledge and experience in building and supporting server infrastructure

Strong expertise in administering Microsoft Active Directory and Azure environments, including account and file management, printing, and group policy

Knowledge of data replication and redundant parallel systems, storage, and host systems

Experience with backup systems (hardware and software) and tiered storage

Experience in planning and implementing server-related hardware, software, and systems projects, including project management skills

Strong troubleshooting skills for diagnosing and resolving hardware and software issues

Excellent organizational and prioritization skills for managing tasks and projects

Ability to effectively balance daily operational responsibilities with project work

Strong verbal and written communication skills, including the ability to create clear and thorough communication and documentation

Ability to learn new technologies quickly

Strong interpersonal skills and ability to form successful business relationships

Experience with a variety of server-related software: Windows server operating systems, virtualization software (ex, VMWare, Hyper V), backup software (ex, Veeam, Commvault), and standard server applications (ex, Microsoft Exchange, Microsoft Azure, Microsoft SharePoint, Microsoft SCCM)

High integrity and professionalism, as all MHS staff are considered role models for students

Interest in actively engaging with students