What are the responsibilities and job description for the Systems Administrator position at Simvay Systems?
We are seeking a Systems Administrator with hands-on experience in Cisco routing and switching, VMware infrastructure, firewall management, and Microsoft Windows domain environments. This position is ideal for a highly motivated IT professional who thrives in a dynamic environment and takes pride in maintaining secure, stable, and high-performing network and server systems.
Key Responsibilities
- Administer and maintain Windows Server environments, including Active Directory, Group Policy, DNS, and DHCP.
- Manage and monitor VMware vSphere infrastructure, including ESXi hosts, virtual machines, and storage.
- Configure, support, and troubleshoot Cisco routers, switches, and other network devices.
- Administer, optimize and troubleshoot firewalls to ensure secure perimeter and internal segmentation.
- Monitor system performance and ensure reliability, availability, and security across all core systems.
- Implement and maintain backup, disaster recovery, and system redundancy solutions.
- Collaborate with internal teams to design and deploy infrastructure projects and upgrades.
- Maintain documentation of systems, procedures, and configurations.
Qualifications
- 5 years of professional experience in systems and network administration.
- Strong knowledge of Microsoft Windows Server 2016/2019/2022/2025 and Active Directory.
- Experience with VMware vSphere, including vCenter, clustering, and resource management.
- Proven experience managing Cisco network infrastructure (routing, switching, VLANs, QoS, etc.).
- Experience with firewall configuration and management
- Excellent troubleshooting and problem-solving skills.
- Strong communication and documentation abilities.
Preferred Certifications (not required)
- Cisco Certified Network Associate (CCNA) or higher
- VMware Certified Professional (VCP)
- Microsoft Certified: Windows Server Hybrid Administrator Associate