Sr. Systems Administrator

Who We Are

Clark-Reliance® is a world class manufacturing company, serving customers in over 120 countries in the power generation, refining, gas processing, and chemical industries. Clark-Reliance is a company that strives to maintain an environment that nurtures employees. Clark-Reliance prides itself on the development of its employees and finds way to continue to grow every year.

What is a Sr. Systems Administrator?

The Sr. Systems Administrator has a key role within the Clark-Reliance IT organization and is responsible for proactively managing our system and network infrastructure and cloud services. You will be responsible for providing technology leadership and ensuring the availability, performance, security, and scalability of our systems and applications. You will also oversee the installation, configuration, maintenance, and troubleshooting of hardware and software components as well as monitor overall performance and ensure security and compliance standards are met. 

What We’re Looking For

The ideal candidate will have at least five years of proven experience as a systems administrator or a similar role. At least three years experience in two of the following areas; Windows server and PC operating systems, Configuring and managing Microsoft technologies including Office 365, Hybrid Azure Active Directory, OneDrive, and SharePoint or Networking protocols, firewalls, routers, switches, VPNs and wireless networks.

Duties and Responsibilities

1. Manage and support Windows PC’s and Servers, Backup technologies, Mobile Devices, Hybrid Azure Active Directory Environment, Exchange, Virtualization technology, Azure/Microsoft 365 and other cloud platforms.
2. Manage and support network switches, firewalls, routers, VPNs and wireless access points
3. Manage and support backup and recovery tools, End Point Detection and Response, and patch management.
4. Perform other various system administration functions such as DNS changes, server permissions, server log management, email system administration, print queue management, web server support.
5. Partner with third party service providers to support and manage servers, network, firewalls and cyber security services.
6. Work with external Telecomm and Mobile vendors to manage and support VOIP phone system and mobile devices.
7. Troubleshoot and resolve problems with system configurations and hardware.
8. Provide technical support and maintenance of I.T. systems.
9. Manage and support an environment with 250 plus users across multiple locations.
10. Automate administrative tasks to improve operational efficiency.
11. Create and maintain standards and document technology setups, policies and processes.
12. Maintain and manage asset lists and documentation.
13. Researches, evaluates, and recommends software, hardware, and cloud technologies.
14. Identifies process improvements and technologies.
15. Interfaces with software, hardware and services vendors and internal accounting department to facilitate the purchase of hardware, software and services.
16. Work independently as well as collaboratively with other IT staff, business functions and external vendors.
17. Lead and coordinate small projects.
18. Interact and communicate with all levels of employees within the Company, as well as suppliers, customers, and peers effectively.
19. Comply with policies, procedures, standards, and rules of the Company.
20. Maintain quality assurance policy consistent with ISO standards.
21. Maintain work area in a clean, orderly, and safe manner.
22. Punctual, regular, and consistent attendance.
23. Perform all other job-related duties as assigned.

Required Experience and Education

• Bachelors degree or equivalent experience. • At least five years of proven experience as a systems administrator or a similar role. • At least one year of leading and coordinating small projects.
• At least three years experience in two of the following areas;

• • Windows server and PC operating systems
  • Configuring and managing Microsoft technologies including Office 365, Hybrid Azure Active Directory, OneDrive, and SharePoint
  • Networking protocols, firewalls, routers, switches, VPNs and wireless networks 

• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to troubleshoot complex technical issues. • Ability and willingness to learn new technologies. • Excellent communication, problem-solving, and documentation skills. • Work requires a flexible schedule with occasional off hours and weekend availability to support projects and critical issues. • Travel occasionally as needed (travel up to 20%).

Preferred Experience

• Relevant Microsoft certifications (e.g., MCSE, M365 certification, and Security certification) are a plus. • Experience with Virtualization technologies (VMWare). • Proficient in scripting technologies for automation (PowerShell).

Physical and Technical Environment

• Minimal lifting up to 25 pounds occasionally. • Must be able to sit, stand, walk, reach with hands and arms, bend and stoop in a normal office environment. • Regularly required to walk or stand, bend or twist, climb, reach with hands or arms. • Ability to routinely travel throughout multi-floor office and shop area, walking, climbing stairs, utilizing elevator. • Clean and orderly manufacturing environment and/or normal office conditions, changing deadlines and project requirements, strict time constraints.

Benefits and Perks

• 401(k)
• Employee Referral Bonus Program
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Career Development Opportunities
• Training Opportunities
• Paid Holidays
• Medical, Dental, and Vision Benefit Plans
• Paid Vacation
• Sporting Event Ticket Giveaways

About Clark-Reliance^®Clark-Reliance is a world class manufacturing company, serving customers in over 120 countries in the power generation, refining, gas processing, and chemical industries. The company is dedicated to supplying the largest and broadest product line in the instrumentation industry for all types of measurement and control. Key acquisitions over the last few decades have solidified Clark-Reliance as a leader in the separation and filtration industries as well.

Note: The statements above are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to the job. They are not construed to be an exhaustive list of responsibilities, duties and skills required of personnel in the job. Furthermore, they do not establish a contract for employment and are subject to change at the discretion of the employer.

Equal Opportunity Employer- M/F/Disabled/Vet