Senior Systems Administrator

Sr. Sys Administrator 12 month - Fully Remote Contract Responsibilities: - Manage and maintain the organization's IT infrastructure, including servers, networks, and storage systems. - Oversee the administration of Windows and Linux servers, ensuring optimal performance, security, and availability. - Implement and manage virtualization solutions, such as VMware or Hyper-V. - Develop and maintain backup and disaster recovery plans, ensuring data integrity and availability. - Monitor system performance and network connectivity, troubleshooting and resolving issues promptly. - Implement and enforce security policies, including firewalls, antivirus software, and intrusion detection/prevention systems. - Conduct regular security audits and vulnerability assessments, addressing any identified issues. - Manage user accounts, permissions, and access controls within Active Directory or other directory services. - Install, configure, and update software applications and operating systems. - Maintain detailed documentation of system configurations, procedures, and changes. - Generate and analyze reports on system performance, security incidents, and other relevant metrics. - Develop and maintain automation scripts for routine administrative tasks and system maintenance. - Ensure compliance with industry standards and regulatory requirements for IT systems. - Provide advanced technical support and troubleshooting for hardware, software, and network issues. - Lead and mentor junior IT staff, providing guidance and training as needed. - Collaborate with other IT teams and departments to ensure seamless service delivery and support. - Participate in the planning and execution of IT projects, including hardware and software rollouts, system migrations, and upgrades. - Identify opportunities for process improvements and implement solutions to enhance IT service quality and efficiency. - Stay updated with the latest technology trends, advancements, and best practices in systems administration. - Manage and maintain IT hardware inventory, including procurement, deployment, and asset tracking. - Provide input and recommendations for the continuous improvement of IT infrastructure and services. - Coordinate with vendors and service providers for issue resolution and service enhancements. - Participate in team meetings, providing updates on system status, ongoing projects, and any relevant issues. - Ensure effective incident response and problem management processes are in place and followed. - Lead initiatives to enhance user adoption and effective utilization of IT tools and resources. - Identify and mitigate risks associated with IT infrastructure and system changes. - Ensure the proper functioning of network and server monitoring tools and respond to alerts. - Oversee the implementation and management of cloud services and integrations with on-premises systems. - Manage and maintain Citrix environments, including XenApp, XenDesktop, and NetScaler, ensuring high availability and performance. - Troubleshoot and resolve issues related to Citrix infrastructure, including application delivery and user access. - Optimize Citrix environments for performance, scalability, and user experience. Originally posted on Himalayas