Windows System Administrator - Portland, Oregon

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Monthly Salary Range: $63,800 - $92,500 depending upon qualifications (Grade 20)


POSITION SPECIFICS

Purpose of Position: Serves as a member of the Information Services team that provides technical support for NW Natural’s Windows servers.

Position Essential Functions and Responsibilities:

1. Develops and maintains security policies, standards, guidelines and practices to protect the integrity, accuracy, confidentiality and recoverability of data and information on Windows systems.
2. Implements and maintains disaster recovery plans and practices for critical systems running on Windows.
3. Maintains awareness of the latest security threats, technologies and solutions, and leads the implementation of security “best practices.”
4. Builds and manages servers in a virtualized environment based on VMWare VSphere.
5. Maintains data storage in HP, EMC and Dell and NetApp environments.
6. Deploys software installations, updates and patches to servers, desktops and laptops.
7. Creates scripts in automating software deployments and changes to the Windows environment.
8. Implements and maintains group policies to manage client configurations and security.
9. Administers backups on Windows servers using EMC and Symantec products.
10. Manages Disaster Recovery practices with EMC Mirrorview, Avamar, and SRM.
11. Performs general Windows server administration and maintenance tasks.
12. Prepares and updates system configuration and security documentation.
13. Coordinates system maintenance with end users, developers, database administrators and other system administrators.
14. May require after hours support, as needed.

Position Qualifications (In addition to required job description elements provided below):
• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science or equivalent degree/experience.
• 3+ years experience as a Windows system administrator.
• Extensive knowledge of Microsoft SCCM required.
• Demonstrated ability to troubleshoot technical problems.
• Strong communication and documentation skills required.
• Ability to work effectively as a team member and cross-train teammates.
• Ability to explain technical concepts to non-technical individuals.
• Understanding of the industry’s best practices for Windows security required.
• Strong mastery of Active Directory Group Policies strongly desired.
• Working knowledge and experience in administering Windows operating systems running in VMWare desired.
• Experience implementing and designing a Storage Area Network strongly desired.
• Scripting experience (VBScript, PowerShell, DOS batch files) strongly desired.



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JOB DESCRIPTION
Job Title: Systems Administration Information Services Specialist 2
Job Code: 560232

General Purpose
Conducts analysis, creates system specifications, develops, tests and/or implements engineering, scientific and business applications, operating systems, security systems, and/or file/database servers. Utilizes existing or new technology in the automation of processes. Evaluates software packages and provides recommendations to management.

Competencies
• Technical skills including programming, installation, configuration, or data base management.
• Analysis and design skills involving ability to gather data on systems issues, define alternative approaches, assess business impact, recommend cost effective solutions, and develop and implement those solutions.
• Project management skills, ability to develop and monitor work agreements and budgets, and to determine specifications, schedules, and deliverables.
• Communication and interpersonal skills for consulting with users to understand needs, define requirements, and provide effective solutions.
• Knowledge of current technologies, tools, applications, and vendors. Understanding of Company's existing IS environment and of applicable Company policies, practices, and procedures.
Decision Making/Impact
• Determines appropriate analysis, modeling methods and techniques for obtaining results.
• Provides input and recommendations regarding new technologies and system solutions for meeting business needs.
Education/Experience
Bachelor's degree in Information Systems or related field, or equivalent combination of education and technical experience resulting in proven systems skills.

Special Requirements
May require travel.
Discipline: Systems Administration
Activities related to the analysis, development, installation and modification and ongoing administration of complex mainframe, mini, and server operating and network systems including providing technical support, diagnosing and resolving complex system problems.
Level: 2
Under general supervision performs moderately complex assignments requiring analysis, integration and creativity.