Job Title: Senior Network & Systems Administrator Job Category:   Department/Group: Information Systems & Tech Job Code/ Req #:   Location: San Diego Travel Required: None Level/Salary Range: $70,000 - $95,000 USD Year Position Type: Full Time, Contract to - Hire Resumes Accepted By Email: Jobs@Ensunet.com General Questions or Inquires please call 858.348.4690, ask for Paul Robinson Job Description : Ensunet Consulting Corporation provides superior technology professional services for BioTechnology , Healthcare, and Government agencies in the areas of strategic planning, energy efficient data center design, and project resource man agement. Ensunet seeki ng a Network & Systems Administrator who is looking for a career growth opportunity. The candidate would provide service for an established publicly held Biotechnology Company and will be responsible for executing all as pects of network administration for a medium sized network with 200 nodes and 60+ servers . The candidate would gain exposure to an Enterprise class Infrastructure built with EMC Storage, VMware, Cisco VOIP/LAN/WAN/Security, Commvault , Microsoft Server products suite, HP Blade Technology as well as a brand new data center build out . Job Functions : ·          Administer the Network - Guarantees proper network system function by maintaining, modifying and customizing network operating syste ms, components and upgrading network operation systems and network application software. Maintains and administers network user accounts and network security systems. Assists users with specific network problems. Assists with PC and UNIX network connectivity. Provides support for Internet, VPN for remote users. Performs backup and restore of all network servers and storage systems per the IT Backup Policy ·          Administer the Phone System - Provides support for the phone system. Provides moves, adds and changes to individual phones as needed. Supports all telecommunications issues for end-users including phones, voicemail, email integration, fax integration, conference calls and training. Provides infrastructure support including carrier-level connecti ons and main equipment monitoring. ·          Build the network - Plans, installs and implements new network applications as approved by IT Management. Participates in new systems development. Recommends network specific platforms and architecture changes to meet the company’s objectives. Works as part of a team to develop systems that support R&D application requirements including storage and backup of terabytes of data. ·          Monitor the network - Monitors performance of all network systems. Tunes systems for optimum operation. Ensures adequate network performance for all applications. Responds to network monitoring alerts 24x7 or as agreed to in a coverage plan. While providing after hours support, uses VPN connectivity to attempt repair using remote management tools. If resolution cannot be made remotely, on-site services are required. ·          Document Network & Train Users - Recommends and establishes written policies and general user documentation for software and hardware operation and use. Performs end-user training via written documentation, one-on-one sessions and group meetings on new and existing systems and software installed. Works to publish self-help guides for end-users and technical guides for IT and posts them on the corporate intranet. ·          Perform Network Upgrades at Appropriate times - Is available for network upgrades at non-standard work hours. The company relies heavily on the network for running the business. Network operations that require systems to be down must be scheduled for after core business hours. ·          Evaluate New Technologies - Review and develop new technologies that relate to the IT Strategy. Install, test and prepare written and visual systems evaluations. Demonstrate new systems to the IT group and key end-users. Develop project specifications and implementation plans. Test out new software revisions prior to implementation. Be forward looking and anticipate needs across department lines. Competencies: ·          Communication Effectiveness - Communicates effectively verbally and in writing; Expresses self well in a group and one-on-one; Fosters trust by sharing information with others; Encourages open expression of ideas and opinions; Provides timely flow of information to help others do their job; Actively listens to others and demonstrates understanding. ·          Teamwork - Identifies and cultivates relationships with key stakeholders representing a broad range of internal functions and levels; Brings substantive conflicts and disagreements into the open and resolves them collaboratively; Willing to look at all sides of an issue to arrive at goals that are mutually beneficial; Builds strong external networks with people in the industry or profession. ·          Judgment/Decision Making - Takes responsibility for decision-making; Makes decisions that are timely; Involves those who will be affected by the decision in the problem-solving process; Builds consensus; Generates various solutions and evaluates alternatives objectively; Willing to make and support unpopular decisions when necessary. ·          Innovation/Creativity - Generates new solutions by combining, changing, or reapplying existing ideas; Has good ideas and acts on them; Searches for new and better alternatives to improve performance; Strives to create value in new ways; Is aware of emerging trends and anticipates possibilities. ·          Job Knowledge/Technical Expertise - Is regarded as knowledgeable in technical and functional aspects of the job; Understands issues relevant to the organization as they pertain to the job; Possesses up-to-date knowledge in the profession and industry; Assesses and uses other expert resources when necessary. ·          Motivation - Pursues goals and measures success in terms of results achieved; Focuses on what’s important to the organization and drives for results; Is persistent in the face of complex challenges or when dealing with difficult people; Conveys appropriate sense of urgency; Achieves results with and through others. ·          Leaders hip - Acts as a catalyst of change and motivates others to change; Champions new initiatives; Manages implementation effectively; understands the agendas and challenges of others; recognizes and effectively balances the interests and needs of one’s own group with those of the broader organization . Skills/Qualifications: ·          5 years hands on experience supporting Microsoft products and technologies. Active Directory, Group Policy, Windows 2003/2008, WSUS, SQL Server, Exchange 2007/2010, printer queues , WinXP , network monitoring platforms. ·          Must have proven experience with layer1, layer2 , and layer 3 Ethernet networking concepts. ·          2+ years or p revious experience with Win dows 7 , VMware Virtuali zat ion, Data Backup and Recovery. ·          General Knowledge or experience with HP DL Class Servers and Blade Technology , Enterprise EMC Storage, NAS , deduplication , Commvault , Brocade SAN , Cisco Voip , Cisco unified messaging, Cisco routers, switches, firewalls , Iphone MDM, 404 compliance audits , Linux Certifications: ·          MCSE or MCP, Willing to obtain CCNA or VMware certs within one year .     1