Job Title: IT Server Administrator
Location: Muscle Shoals, AL
Salary Range: $70,000 - $90,000 + 8%
Benefits: Healtcare, PTO, 401k
Job Summary:
The IT Server Administrator is responsible for managing and maintaining an organization’s server infrastructure to ensure optimal performance, security, and reliability.
Responsibilities:
-
Manage physical and virtual server environments, including Hyper-V and VMware vSphere.
-
Maintain and troubleshoot Windows Server operating systems; familiarity with Linux environments (e.g., Red Hat Enterprise Linux) is a plus.
-
Support storage management and core Windows administrative tools such as DNS, DHCP, and NTFS permissions.
-
Monitor server performance and ensure systems are operating efficiently and securely.
-
Implement and maintain server security protocols, including firewalls, intrusion detection systems, and data encryption.
-
Apply regular updates, patches, and upgrades to server software and hardware.
-
Conduct routine data backups using platforms like Veeam Backup and Replication or similar.
-
Manage user accounts, permissions, and system controls.
-
Maintain accurate documentation of server configurations, changes, and upgrade history.
-
Collaborate with other IT professionals to support enterprise-wide technology needs.
Qualifications:
-
Bachelor’s degree in Information Systems, Computer Science, or a related technical field.
-
3–5 years of experience in server administration and management, ideally within a larger or distributed enterprise environment.
-
Scripting experience (e.g., PowerShell or Bash) is a strong plus.
-
Strong analytical and troubleshooting skills.
-
Solid understanding of security best practices and system protection tools.
-
Effective verbal and written communication skills.
-
High attention to detail and accuracy.
-
Experience with project planning and coordination is preferred.
Brilliant Staffing, LLC is an Equal Opportunity Employer and encourages applications from all individuals regardless of race, color, religion, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, or veteran status.
#Tech2025
#LI-RA1