Windows System Administrator

CENTRA Technology, Inc is seeking to hire a Windows System Administrator in support of our corporate IT systems in Burlington, MA.

We are looking for a candidate with a strong set of base skills that will help them manage a distributed network infrastructure, resolve problems, research technologies, and be able to complete assigned tasks with minimal supervision. The ideal candidate must be self-motivated, hard working and enjoy working with people. This person will be responsible for the installation and maintenance of software and hardware systems that are company approved. These systems include but are not limited to operating systems for workstations and servers and Microsoft office applications. This person will be responsible for daily server administration duties, backup/restores, troubleshooting customer issues via help-desk and phone, supporting users at remote locations for connections to corporate systems.

Essential duties and responsibilities include the following:

 

· Provides end-user support for PC based hardware, applications, and services

· Performs network and server maintenance, upgrades, and troubleshooting

· Supports, monitors, tests, and troubleshoots hardware and software problems pertaining to server and network infrastructure including email, remote access, file and print services

· Supports and maintains email and user account information including rights, security and systems groups

· Maintains documentation of  IT infrastructure including hardware and software inventory, server applications, and all other network services

· Performs system backups

· Recommends and schedules repairs

· Evaluates new information systems products or services and suggests changes to existing products or services to better aide the end users

· New user setup and orientation

· Documents, tracks and monitors problems to ensure a timely resolution

· Responsible for supplies, printer and copier functionality

Requirements / Qualifications:

· Must be a US citizen and qualify for a security clearance.  Existing clearance desired.

· Associates degree in Computer Science or Information Systems or equivalent.

· 3+ years experience supporting Windows based servers and hardware in a networked environment (A+, MCSA or MCSE is a plus).

· Working knowledge of TCP/IP networking and services such as DNS, DHCP, etc.

· Experience with Microsoft Exchange desired

· Basic web development experience a plus

· Ability to troubleshoot and resolve technical problems and work independently.

· Excellent communication, written and prioritization skills.

· Attention to detail and customer service skills are essential.

· Ability to handle and protect confidential information.

· Able to document problems and solutions.

CENTRA Technology, Inc. is a rapidly growing small company providing systems engineering and analysis services to Federal, state and local government and commercial customers.  We have offices in Burlington, MA and Arlington, VA.  CENTRA Technology, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

We offer a full range of benefits, including competitive salary, comprehensive health plan including dental coverage, company-paid life & disability insurance policies, 401(k) plan with company match and profit sharing, ESOP, incentive bonuses, relocation assistance and a generous educational reimbursement program.

If you would like to apply for this position, please e-mail your resume to recruiter2@centratechnology.com and reference job code WSA-MA in subject line.