Server Systems Administrator

• To integrate and manage servers and enterprise applications into the district's network environment.

• High School Diploma or GED
• Valid Texas driver’s license
• Preference for applicants with Microsoft Endpoint Administrator Certification
• Preference for applicants with Microsoft 365 Certified: Endpoint Administrator Associate
• Preference for applicants with Microsoft Azure Certification
• Preference for applicants with Microsoft Certified: Windows Servers
• Preference for applicants with CompTIA Server+
• Preference for applicants with ITIL Foundation

• Proficiency in administering and managing server operating systems, such as Windows Server and Linux distributions
• Experience with virtualization technologies (e.g., VMware, Hyper-V) for creating and managing virtual machines
• Understanding of network protocols, IP addressing, routing, and firewall configuration
• Strong scripting skills, especially in PowerShell or other scripting languages, to automate routine tasks and streamline administrative processes
• Knowledge of server hardware components and the ability to troubleshoot hardware-related issues
• Familiarity with monitoring tools like SolarWinds for real-time performance monitoring, alerting, and capacity planning
• Experience with MECM (Microsoft Endpoint Configuration Manager) for configuration management, software deployment, and updates
• Proficient in managing and maintaining Active Directory, including user accounts, group policies, and domain services
• Skill in designing, implementing, and troubleshooting Group Policy Objects (GPOs) for security and configuration management
• Knowledge of on-premise email systems (e.g., Microsoft Exchange) and cloud-based email solutions (e.g., Office 365)
• Administration and optimization of Office 365 services, including SharePoint, Exchange Online, and Teams
• Understanding of security best practices, including the implementation of Single Sign-On (SSO) and Multi-Factor Authentication (MFA)
• Experience with backup solutions and disaster recovery planning to ensure data integrity and availability
• Strong troubleshooting skills to identify and resolve server-related issues efficiently
• SQL/MySQL database administration
• Manages contractors and consultants on a per-project basis

• At least 5 years’ experience working as a Systems Administrator or Systems Engineer
• Experience selecting and installing server hardware/software
• Experience working with InTune and Azure Directory services
• Experience managing Microsoft Exchange and O365

• Constructing, updating, and maintaining all of the district servers, both physical and virtual
• MECM management (installing software and updates on windows devices)
• Configure and monitor Multi-Factor Authentication (MFA) to enhance security measures
• Power management for all district Windows machines (scheduled start up and shutdown)
• Integrating SSO and MFA systems into K12 environment
• New computer deployments
• Manage email system, SPAM filter,
• Altaro, Veeams, Avamar backups for all district servers
• Testing of software packages
• Perform other duties as assigned

• None

• Ability to work in a high-pressure environment
• Strong ability to multi-task
• Occasional prolonged and irregular hours
• Able to solve complex problems with tight deadlines
• Communicating well in both oral and written form

• Ability to sit for prolonged periods of time
• Reaching with hands and arms and frequently repeating the same hand, arm, or finger motion
• Ability to lift 60 pounds
• Reading close work such as typed or handwritten material

Mesquite Independent School District