System Administrator

System Admin

DataVox is searching for a talented System Admin to join our Managed Services team in Houston!

⚠️ This role requires daily onsite attendance in Houston. Remote work and visa sponsorship are not available.

Before learning more about the position, let us tell you a bit more about who we are! DataVox has been serving the Texas Triangle area for over 30 years with our advanced technology solutions. We specialize in Audio Visual Solutions, Data Center & Network Technologies, IT Support Services, Network Cabling, Phone Systems & Physical Security. We are committed to being the best technological partner and ensure the highest level of expertise and quality service by having people like you on our team.

Benefits That Support You And Your Family

DataVox offers a comprehensive and competitive benefits package designed to support you at every stage of life:

• Health, Dental & Vision Insurance
• Company-Paid Life Insurance & Long-Term Disability Insurance
• Matching 401(k) and Roth Retirement Plans
• Sponsored 529 College Savings Plan
• Professional Development Reimbursement
• Paid Vacation, Sick Time & Company Holidays
• Mileage & Phone Reimbursement
• Annual Health & Wellness Fairs
• Sustainable Business Practices
  
  

A Culture That Brings People Together

At DataVox, Our Culture Is Rooted In Connection, Collaboration, And a Deep Sense Of Community. We Believe In Recognizing Our People, Investing In Their Growth, And Creating Meaningful Moments Throughout The Year. Here’s Just a Glimpse Of What Makes Our Workplace Special

• An Encouraging Environment centered on upskilling and career growth
• Team & Company Events (Virtual & In-Person) like ice cream socials, tailgate events, Astros and Rangers watch parties and many other events throughout the year.
• Employee Appreciation Days & Holiday Celebrations recognizing the value of every team member with employee spotlights and celebrating the small things (like national carrot cake day!)
• A Dedicated Employee Engagement Committee focusing on fostering community through internal events, appreciation drives, and local nonprofit support
• Endless Opportunities to Connect from themed days to collaborative initiatives, we encourage everyone to get involved and make their mark
  
  

At DataVox, we’re not just coworkers, we’re a team that lifts each other up and grows stronger together.

What You’ll Do

• As a System Admin, you will be part of DataVox’s Managed Services team who provides Tier II/III technical support for our clients. You will respond to end-user calls/trouble reports and provide top-notch service and support to troubleshoot the nature of the problem and take the necessary course of action to resolve it.
• Diagnose problems via phone, email, and on-site utilizing troubleshooting skills, logic, research, and isolation steps.
• Support Microsoft Windows server technologies including but not limited to file servers, DNS and Active Directory, and virtualization platforms.
• VMware/Hyper-V, experienced in management of virtual hosts.
• Provide Tier 2-3 desktop and application support, including new user setups, vendor management.
• Work under minimal direction to independently determine and develop approaches to solutions, while preserving Change Management controls.
• Record all client inquiries, from initial call to incident resolution in Ticketing system.
• Perform on-site troubleshooting of hardware, network, and software.
• Perform new software/hardware installations, configurations, and upgrades.
• Build and deploy workstation images using RMM software.
• Provide support for Office 365 and administration.
• Install and configure Broadband Internet modems, internal LAN Routers, Switches, NAS devices, and Wi-Fi.
• Use RMM software to diagnose automation, troubleshoot, and resolve issues.
• Responding to associate service calls to troubleshoot the nature of reported problems and taking necessary steps to resolve those problems.
• Troubleshoot issues with desktops, laptops, mobile devices, printers, and copiers onsite and remotely.
• Ability to understand and articulate root cause of customer issues.
• Collaborate closely with the team to resolve or properly close aging tickets.
• Manage individual queue of tickets and respond, document, and close in a timely manner.
• Availability to provide emergency support during nights, weekends, and holidays.
• Assist during LAN /WAN related projects, and service incidents.
• Communicate with vendors on network requirements & troubleshooting efforts.
• Document, track, and monitor network related problems to ensure a timely resolution.
• Provide initiative-taking maintenance and documentation upkeep of network infrastructure.
• Operations level involvement in planning, implementing, and supporting network solutions for existing and new clients.
  
  

What You Need

• Associate or bachelor’s degree in computer science, IT, Engineering, Science, or related field is a plus.
• 5 years of providing desktop support with some in Level 2 or System Admin.
• 2 relevant professional certification (HDI-DST, MCSA, CompTIA A ).
• Firm understanding of network fundamentals, LAN/WAN technologies, and network infrastructure services (DNS, DHCP, Radius, Syslog) -- both from an initiative-taking & reactive perspective.
• Must have 1 year of experience providing Help Desk support.
• 1 year of desktop-based hardware support experience with Mac OS X and Windows 7.
• Knowledge of VPN technologies (L2L, Remote VPN, PPTP, Client VPN).
• Working experience with WAN technologies (MEtroE, VPLS, PTP links and MPLS).
• Experience removing viruses/malware/spyware & prevention.
• Experience working with Active Directory Server 2008/2012.
• Experience installing, troubleshooting, configuring, updating, and maintaining Windows OS.
• Knowledge and experience of troubleshooting and setup of computer hardware.
• Use of RMM software/backup/imaging software/ticket system.
• Use of imaging & backup software.
• Clear theoretical understanding of networks, including LAN/WAN/VPN, routers, switches, and servers.
• Networking experience in troubleshooting connectivity issues, DHCP, and DNS.
• Understanding of QOS technologies (L2 QOS, L3 QOS, LLQ, CBWFQ, Policing, Traffic Shaping etc.)
• Excellent oral and written communication skills, including the ability to interact with people at various levels.
• Ability to work well under pressure, multi-task, facilitate solutions, and meet deadlines and milestones for projects as assigned.
• Ability to perform advanced troubleshooting of network devices and peripherals.
• Self-motivated with the ability to follow directions, complete time-sensitive tasks, and meet deadlines with minimal supervision in a fast-paced, high stress environment.
• Strong planning and organizational skills, with the ability to document processes and procedures.
• Enthusiastic about providing excellent customer service and follow-through to completion.
  
  

Physical Demands

Work involves standing, talking, hearing, using hands to touch, handle, feel, or operate objects, tools, or controls and reaching with hands and arms. The employee is frequently required to walk, sit, climb, balance, stand, stoop, kneel, drive and reach. Skill in operation of some of the listed tools and equipment, and ability to perform heavy manual tasks for extended periods of time. The employee must frequently push, pull, lift, and/or carry up to 50 pounds and occasionally push, pull, lift and/or carry up to 100 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus.

DataVox, Inc. is an equal opportunity employer.

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