System Administrator in Chicago, IL
General Description: Responsible for support of desktop and server computers, applications support, network services, and system administration. Major Duties and Responsibilities: Implement and administer Servers and network devices SAN storage, switches, hubs, routers, UPS. Integrate platforms (OS, Linux) with different technologies (membership database, firewalls, backups, email, and web). Configure servers-maintain documentation on server and network configuration. Manage network services, including firewalls, name Servers (BIND), A ctive Directory user accounts. Maintain security of network with a variety of tools, including virus, malware, and spam protection on the mail server, intrusion detection systems on the internal network and monitor server and Firewall logs. Desktop Computers-Configure and install hardware and software, ensure operating systems patches and Anti-Virus software are current and troubleshoot technology problems for staff and members. Maintain and fix printers. Backup System-Monitor backup system for errors Perform other duties and responsibilities as requested by supervisor Qualifications (Education, Experience, Skills): Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience. Minimum 5 years systems administration experience. Expert level knowledge of networking protocols and services including TCP/IP, DNS, SMTP, VPN Significant experience managing Web Servers and services, including Apache, Tomcat, and Drupal. Hands-on experience with Microsoft server operating systems, and network services including Active Directory and Exchange. Hands-on experience with VMware ESX server or other virtualization technologies. Expert knowledge of Linux (Red Hat/Fedora or OpenSUSE preferred). Hands-on experience with Microsoft SQL Server and MySQL, Checkpoint FW-1, , Sendmail, Symantec BackupExec, and Mailman. A self learner with excellent interpersonal, oral and written communication skills. To Apply to this job go to http://www.GadBall.com or click here