Sr. Systems Administrator

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Sr. Systems Administrator

Arizona Strategic Enterprise Technology (ASET)

This position may offer the ability to work remotely, within Arizona, based upon the department's business needs and continual meeting of expected performance measures

Main Office Location: 100 N. 15th Avenue, Phoenix, AZ 85007

Salary: $80,000 - $90,000 

Grade: 25

Open Until Filled

The Arizona Department of Administration (ADOA), Arizona Strategic Enterprise Technology (ASET) division, is seeking a highly motivated and experienced Sr. Systems Administrator to join our Cloud Operations team. If you are passionate about technology and thrive in a fast-paced environment, this opportunity is for you!

As a Sr. Systems Administrator, you will play a critical role in the day-to-day operations of our VMware infrastructure and AWS Cloud environments. You will be responsible for maintaining system availability, security, Active Directory, and backup processes for both on-premise and cloud infrastructures.

The State of Arizona strives for a work culture that affords employees flexibility, autonomy, and trust. Across our many agencies, boards, and commissions, many State employees participate in the State’s Remote Work Program and are able to work remotely in their homes, in offices, and in hoteling spaces. All work, including remote work, should be performed within Arizona unless an exception is properly authorized in advance.

• Deploy and manage workloads in Azure or AWS cloud environments, utilizing services such as EC2, S3, VPC, Direct Connect, ElastiCache, NAT Gateways, and RDS
• Manage and maintain the State Agency's public and private cloud infrastructures, including virtual cloud operations and Direct Connect network management
• Perform system administration tasks on Windows and Linux-based operating systems
• Proactively identify and remediate system vulnerabilities on both Windows and Linux platforms
• Ensure the availability, performance optimization, and efficient utilization of cloud and hyper-converged infrastructures
• Maintain and enforce security best practices, including firewall management, Security Group configurations, and Active Directory administration
• Develop, run, and maintain scripts to automate tasks and improve efficiency using PowerShell, CLI, JSON, Python, and other relevant languages
• Meticulously document and maintain configuration and process information
• Provide guidance, assistance, training, and education to agencies adopting the State's Cloud First Strategy initiatives
• Effectively communicate technical information both verbally and in writing
• Actively collaborate with team members and other departments
• Multi-task and stay organized in a dynamic environment while meeting deliverables

Knowledge of:

• Operating Systems: Deep understanding of Windows Server and Linux environments, including installation, configuration, and troubleshooting
• Database Fundamentals: Basic knowledge of MS SQL Server
• IT Service Management: Solid understanding of ITIL Service processes and escalation management
• Networking: Solid understanding of networking concepts including OSI network layers and TCP/IP

Skills in:

• Cloud Computing: Experience with cloud platforms, preferably AWS or Azure
• Active Directory: Strong knowledge of Active Directory services
• System Monitoring: Experience with system monitoring tools and techniques
• Virtualization: Experience with VMware virtualization platforms
• Scripting: Experience with scripting languages such as PowerShell, Python, Lambda, CLI, and JSON
• Containers (Preferred): Experience with micro-services or container technologies is a plus

Abilities to:

• Problem Solving: Ability to troubleshoot and resolve complex technical issues
• Communication: Ability to effectively communicate technical information to both technical and non-technical audiences

• Bachelor's degree plus 5 or more years of experience in systems administration (or equivalent experience)

Additionally, the following certifications are a plus

• AWS
• AZURE
• ITIL
• Linux
• VMware (VCP)
• Windows (MCSE, MCP,MCSA)
• CCNA/CCNP

• Background and reference check, including state and federal criminal records fingerprint check

If this position requires driving or the use of a vehicle as an essential function of the job to conduct State business, then the following requirements apply: Driver’s License Requirements.

All newly hired State employees are subject to and must successfully complete the Electronic Employment Eligibility Verification Program (E-Verify).

• The Arizona Department of Administration offers a comprehensive benefits package to include:
• Sick leave
• Vacation with 10 paid holidays per year
• Paid Parental Leave-Up to 12 weeks per year paid leave for newborn or newly-placed foster/adopted child (pilot program)
• Health and dental insurance
• Retirement plan
• Life insurance and long-term disability insurance
• Optional employee benefits include short-term disability insurance, deferred compensation plans, and supplemental life insurance
  

By providing the option of a full-time or part-time remote work schedule, employees enjoy improved work/life balance, report higher job satisfaction, and are more productive. Remote work is a management option and not an employee entitlement or right. An agency may terminate a remote work agreement at its discretion.

Learn more about the Paid Parental Leave pilot program here. For a complete list of benefits provided by The State of Arizona, please visit our benefits page

• Participation in ASRS Lifetime Benefit Pension Plan after 26 weeks of employment

• If you have any questions please feel free to contact Christopher Langseth at christopher.langseth@azdoa.gov for assistance
• The State of Arizona is an Equal Opportunity/Reasonable Accommodation Employer