USG · 9 hours ago
Systems Administrator
Chicago, IL
Full-time
Onsite
Senior Level
6+ years expUSG is a Chicago-based leader in producing innovative products for construction markets. The Systems Administrator is responsible for installing and maintaining server environments running Microsoft Windows and ensuring the infrastructure supports critical business functions.
Advanced MaterialsBuilding MaterialManufacturingProduct Design
Responsibilities
Participate as a member of a team that works collaboratively to ensure infrastructure and operating systems are available and function properly to support business applications
Document procedures and update standards for new or modified systems and environments
Respond to system alerts and participate in 24x7 rotation of after-hours on-call support
Review security notifications/alerts and deploy updates if deemed necessary
Gather and evaluate performance/capacity metrics and report on key measurements
Proactively monitor systems to identify hardware and software problems and provide solutions prior to system failures
Architect and implement solutions to business challenges and new business opportunities
Prepare for disaster recovery and ensure that appropriate backups are completed and tested
Troubleshoot software, hardware, and network failures
Execute Proof of Concepts for new software and hardware solutions
Establish and maintain security and integrity controls
Perform additional responsibilities as assigned
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's Degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or related field (or equivalent experience)
A minimum of 6 years of IT Operations background
Experience in managing virtualization platforms (i.e. Hyper-V, Vmware)
Experience in configuring and managing Active Directory, Domain Controllers, Group Policy, and DNS
Experience with Exchange, M365, mail flow, and SMTP
Proficiency in Power Shell and automation scripting to create, modify and execute scripts
Experience with Proofpoint or other email protection systems
Experience with implementation and management of hyper-converged infrastructure
Experience in implementing and managing enterprise-scale backup and recovery solutions to ensure data integrity and business continuity
Understanding of project management methodologies (Scrum, Agile)
Proficient at implementation and support of Virtual Desktop Infrastructure running Windows Operating Systems
Familiarity with operating system file hierarchy structure, command line interface and network services
Excellent problem solving, communication and interpersonal skills
Strong ability to document processes, configurations, and procedures clearly and concisely
Excellent verbal and written communication skills to effectively collaborate with team members and stakeholders
Works under minimal supervision, relying on experience and judgement to plan and accomplish assigned goals
Performs at a level clearly above that of the related Technical Specialists by demonstrating greater productivity, proficiency, leadership and mastery of job content
Technical Lead on small to large projects; participates as subject matter expert in projects of all sizes
Preferred
Ansible experience is a plus
Jira experience is a plus
Working knowledge of the Linux operating system is a plus
Benefits
Two medical insurance options
Vision and dental coverage
401(k) Investment Plan with company match
Pension plan
Life insurance
Accident insurance
Legal insurance
Pet insurance
Quarterly (hourly) / Annual (salary) bonus potential
Paid time off
Paid holidays
Company
USG
USG is a manufacturing company that produces gypsum wallboard, joint compound and a vast array of related products for the construction.
5001-10000 employees
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Funding
Current Stage
Public CompanyTotal Funding
unknown2018-06-11Acquired
1993-05-14IPO
Leadership Team
Srinivas Veeramasuneni
Chief Technology Officer
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