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Senior Systems Administrator

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Company
MCI Careers
Job location
Iowa City, IA, US
Job type
Full-time
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Undisclosed
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POSITION OVERVIEW SENIOR SYSTEMS ADMINISTRATOR MCI is a rapidly growing, industry-leading business process outsourcing and software development organization, and we are looking for candidates to join our world-class team. As a Systems Administrator, you will provide day-to-day administration of Windows servers and applications. Your work is crucial to our continued success, and our compensation package and bonuses reward you for that contribution. In this role, you are responsible for providing day-to-day administration of Windows servers and applications, providing assistance and support to MCI's Managed Services Provider as it pertains to Windows Active Directory and Group Policy Administration. In addition, the right person for this role should be experienced, highly organized, and possess a strong work ethic. To be considered for this position, you must complete a full application on our company careers page, including screening questions and a brief pre-employment test. - POSITION RESPONSIBILITIES As a Systems Administrator, you will create and maintain system environments and assists in the design, planning, and execution of system design changes, updates, and other initiatives. Additional responsibilities for the Systems Administrator position include: Perform system configurations, software installations, updates, and upgrades to Windows servers, applications, and other infrastructure systems. Provide daily operational support and troubleshooting for server and infrastructure applications Monitor system performance/availability and take appropriate proactive steps to maximize uptime Monitor system security and take appropriate steps to resolve security breaches and prevent future attacks Working with various IT teams to develop hardware and software specifications for new and upgraded systems Design, install, configure, maintain, and perform system integration testing of PC/server operating systems Support web access and electronic messaging systems while maintaining a secure environment Provide support to the Helpdesk team with tickets, projects, and critical issue resolution Monitor and control applications, servers, and jobs/processes Coordinate with infrastructure to provide high-quality support for new systems, projects, and upgrades Develop and maintain SOPs and documentation for all systems and processes Provide systems administration management and support for software and platforms both internally and hosted by our vendors Engage vendors to resolve issues with hardware and software problems Other duties as assigned CANDIDATE QUALIFICATIONS WONDER IF YOU ARE A GOOD FIT FOR THIS POSITION? Qualified candidates should be positive, driven, and confident individuals that will represent the company and its customers professionally at all times. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. 8 years documented work experience managing Windows servers, Active Directory, Active Directory Group Policy Objects, Windows File Shares & Security, Microsoft IIS (Internet Information Services) required 8 years of documented working experience utilizing anti-virus and other security software tools Documented experience working with and configuring Citrix servers Fundamental understanding of Microsoft SQL Server operations, including disaster recovery Experience designing and creating specification documents for servers Demonstrated ability to work on diverse projects simultaneously, requiring detailed analysis, creative/practical problem solving, time management, and sound judgment Ability to self-motivate while operating effectively in a team-oriented and collaborative environment Excellent verbal/written and interpersonal skills Ability to solve practical problems and deal with various situations exercising flexibility and sound judgment in a fast-paced environment COMPENSATION DETAILS WANT AN EMPLOYER THAT VALUES YOUR CONTRIBUTION? We believe that hard work should pay off, so we make sure that our compensation and total rewards are competitive. Standard starting compensation is commensurate with experience. Regular reviews and raises are awarded based on tenure and performance, so our employees make more each year. Employees earn paid time off as well as paid holidays and paid training opportunities. Regular daily, weekly and monthly incentives are part of the overall compensation our team members enjoy and include monetary incentive and prizes such as computers, tablets, phones, TV's, trips, tickets, and even cars. In addition to our standard group benefits offering for full-time employees following 90-days of employment, all employees are eligible to opt for our MEC medical plan after only 30-days of employment. Benefits options and plans vary slightly by location. JUST A FEW OF THE BENEFITS Medical, Dental, and Vision Coverage Options Paid Time-Off Regular Raises Work-at-Home Opportunities Advancement Opportunity Fun, Engaging Work Environment Casual Dress Code Cash and Prize Contests PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS This job operates in a professional office environment. While performing the duties of this job, the employee will be largely sedentary and will be required to sit/stand for long periods while using a computer and telephone headset. The employee will be regularly required to operate a computer and other office equipment, including a phone, copier, and printer. The employee may occasionally be required to move about the office to accomplish tasks; reach in any direction; raise or lower objects, move objects from place to place, hold onto objects, and move or exert force up to forty (40) pounds. CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT All MCI Locations Must be authorized to work in the country where the job is based. Subject to the program and location of the position Must be willing to submit up to a LEVEL II background and/or security investigation with a fingerprint. Job offers are contingent on background/security investigation results. Must be willing to submit to drug screening. Job offers are contingent on drug screening results. REASONABLE ACCOMMODATION Consistent with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), it is the policy of MCI and its affiliates to provide reasonable accommodations when requested by a qualified applicant or employee with a disability unless such accommodations would cause undue hardship. The policy regarding requests for reasonable accommodation applies to all aspects of employment. If reasonable accommodations are needed, please contact Human Resources. EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER At MCI and its subsidiaries, we embrace differences and believe diversity benefits our employees, company, customers, and community. All aspects of employment at MCI are based solely on a person's merit and qualifications. MCI maintains a work environment free from discrimination, where employees are treated with dignity and respect. All employees are responsible for fulfilling MCI's commitment to a diverse and equal-opportunity work environment. MCI does not discriminate against any employee or applicant on the basis of age, ancestry, color, family or medical care leave, gender identity or expression, genetic information, marital status, medical condition, national origin, physical or mental disability, political affiliation, protected veteran status, race, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, or any other characteristic protected by applicable laws, regulations, and ordinances. MCI will consider qualified applicants with criminal histories for employment in a manner consistent with local and federal requirements. MCI will not tolerate discrimination or harassment based on any of these characteristics. We adhere to these principles in all aspects of employment, including recruitment, hiring, training, compensation, promotion, benefits, social and recreational programs, and discipline. In addition, MCI's policy is to provide reasonable accommodation to qualified employees with protected disabilities to the extent required by applicable laws, regulations, and ordinances where an employee works. ABOUT MCI (PARENT COMPANY) MCI helps customers take on their CX and DX challenges differently, creating industry-leading solutions that deliver exceptional experiences and drive optimal performance. MCI assists companies with business process outsourcing, staff augmentation, contact center customer services, and IT Services needs by providing general and specialized hosting, software, staff, and services. In 2019, Marlowe Companies Inc. (MCI) was named by Inc. Magazine as Iowa's Fastest Growing Company in the State of Iowa and was named the 452nd Fastest Growing Privately Company in the USA, making the coveted top 500 for the first time. MCI's subsidiaries had previously made Inc. Magazine's List of Fastest-Growing Companies 15 times, respectively. MCI has ten business process outsourcing service delivery facilities in Georgia, Florida, Texas, New Mexico, California, Kansas, Nova Scotia, South Africa, and the Philippines. Driving modernization through digitalization, MCI ensures clients do more for less. MCI is the holding company for a diverse lineup of tech-enabled business services operating companies. MCI organically grows, acquires, and operates companies that have synergistic products and services portfolios, including but not limited to Automated Contact Center Solutions (ACCS), customer contact management, IT Services (IT Schedule 70), and Temporary and Administrative Professional Staffing (TAPS Schedule 736), Business Process Management (BPM), Business Process Outsourcing (BPO), Claims Processing, Collections, Customer Experience Provider (CXP), Customer Service, Digital Experience Provider (DXP), Account Receivables Management (ARM), Application Software Development, Managed Services, and Technology Services, to mid-market, Federal & enterprise partners. MCI now employs 10,000 talented individuals with 150 diverse North American client partners across the following MCI brands: MCI BPO, MCI BPOaaS, MarketForce, GravisApps, Gravis Marketing, MarchEast, Mass Markets, MCI Federal Services (MFS), OnBrand24, The Sydney Call Center, Valor Intelligent Processing (VIP), BYC Aqua, EastWest BPO, TeleTechnology, and Vinculum. The purpose of the above job description is to provide potential candidates with a general overview of the role. It's not an all-inclusive list of the duties, responsibilities, skills, and qualifications required for the job. You may be asked by your supervisors or managers to perform other duties. You will be evaluated in part based on your performance of the tasks listed in this job description. The employer has the right to revise this job description at any time. This job description is not an employment contract, and either you or the employer may terminate employment at any time for any reason.
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