Senior Sr Server Administrator

About Us:

ID Logistics is a dynamic, entrepreneurial logistics company globally headquartered in France with our US headquarters in Johns Creek, GA. In the US, we're experiencing multiple years of double-digit growth and significant customer expansion. We are a people-focused/ customer-centric organization that understands we need to take care of our employees so we can fulfill our mission of serving our customers. Powered by People.  Driven by Purpose. Winning by Performance.

Position Overview:

We are looking for an experienced Senior Server Administrator to manage, maintain, and optimize our server infrastructure. This role involves ensuring the reliability, security, and performance of our physical and virtual servers while providing technical expertise to support critical IT operations. The ideal candidate will possess deep knowledge of server systems, proactive problem-solving skills, and the ability to lead initiatives in a dynamic environment.

Work Location: Remote

Work Schedule: First Shift - Monday - Friday, 8:30am - 5:00pm

Work Travel: 10% domestic travel

Competitive Compensation: Attractive annual salary of $92,000-$129,000 plus a performance-based bonus with benefits including PTO, sick time, corporate holidays, medical, dental and vision insurance, 401(k)

Responsibilities:

Server Administration:

• Install, configure, and maintain physical and virtual servers, including Windows, Linux, and other operating systems.
• Manage server resources to ensure optimal performance, scalability, and availability.
• Perform regular updates, patch management, and firmware upgrades.

Monitoring and Maintenance:

• Monitor server performance and health using enterprise monitoring tools.
• Proactively identify and resolve hardware and software issues.
• Conduct capacity planning to meet current and future organizational needs.

Security and Compliance:

• Implement and enforce server security policies and best practices.
• Manage access controls, backups, and disaster recovery processes.
• Ensure compliance with organizational and industry standards

Virtualization and Cloud Management:

• Administer and optimize virtualization platforms such as VMware, Hyper-V, or similar technologies.
• Manage cloud-hosted servers and services on platforms like AWS, Azure, or Google Cloud.

Automation and Scripting:

• Develop and maintain scripts to automate repetitive tasks and improve efficiency.
• Leverage tools like PowerShell, Bash, or Python for automation and configuration management.

Leadership and Collaboration:

• Provide technical guidance to junior team members and serve as a point of escalation for complex issues.
• Collaborate with IT teams to support infrastructure projects and business initiatives.
• Document configurations, processes, and procedures for internal use

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Minimum Requirements:

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field (or equivalent experience).
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in server administration or a related role. Experience managing enterprise server environments.
• Microsoft Certified: Azure Administrator, VMware Certified Professional, CompTIA Server+, or equivalent.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Expertise in Windows Server and/or Linux environments.
• Proficiency with Active Directory, DNS, DHCP, and other core services.
• Hands-on experience with virtualization platforms (e.g., VMware, Hyper-V).
• Knowledge of cloud platforms and services (e.g., AWS, Azure).
• Familiarity with backup and recovery solutions.
• Strong understanding of networking fundamentals as they relate to server infrastructure.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
• Excellent communication and documentation skills.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks and priorities in a fast-paced environment.
• Team-oriented mindset with leadership and mentoring capabilities.