Systems Administrator

Genuent is seeking a Systems/Network Administrator for our direct client in Houston, TX. This is an onsite position and candidates must be local to Houston. Qualified candidate should send their resume (Word format) to Nate Ackerman at [email protected]. Systems/Network Administrator - Houston, TXContract-to-Hire/Direct-Hire Summary:We are looking for a System Administrator to join our IT department. This position will be responsible for managing our server and network infrastructure and Office 365. A successful candidate for this role should have excellent troubleshooting skills, hands-on experience, excellent customer service and communications skills.Responsibilities:

• Provides technical support to the Windows server infrastructure
• Monitors Windows and network infrastructure ensuring proper documentation and regulatory compliance and all machines have the latest security updates and anti-virus updates
• Installs and supports new server hardware and software network infrastructure
• Installs OS and configures server for use in the field, data center, and cloud infrastructure
• Performs capacity planning for all servers, implements and maintains back-up schemes
• Monitors network infrastructure
• Provides technical support to LAN and WAN technologies across the company
• Provides technical support to network security infrastructure
• Develops standard images for desktops and laptops
• Manage and Support Cloud Telephone Systems
• Provides second level support to the service desk function
• Assists in project work as needed
• Performs other related duties as assigned

• 3 - 5 years in IT Support
• Excellent knowledge on Active Directory, Azure AD, O365 , DNS, DHCP, IIS)
• Hands-on experience in hardware and operating system troubleshooting
• At least basic knowledge on LAN and WAN (TCP/IP, Switches, Routers, Firewalls, etc.)
• Passion to learn, ability to solve complex problems and be self-driven
• Excellent communication and customer support skills
• Microsoft certification on Azure AD/O365/ would be desirable
• Ability to work in fast-paced and demanding environment; ability to work in high pressure environment