Senior Server Engineer

SUMMARY:
Datacentrix is looking for a Senior Server Engineer to ensure the stability, integrity, and efficient operation of the in-house or customer information systems that support core organizational functions. The successful candidate will also be responsible for the coordination, installation, configuration, programming, and implementation of releases, upgrades, or changes to multiple system hardware and software architectures (MVS, Microsoft), and the range of products and productivity tools that support the development and production environments within the enterprise.

POSITION INFO:
Relevant Qualifications and Experience Required:

• Matric plus Diploma/Degree in Information Technology or Computer Science
• Azure and Office 365, azure directory services, AWS, VMware, Active Directory, Exchange, Skype, Windows Server, Hyper V, Active Directory GPOs, DNS, Certificate Services, KMS, DFSR, PKI
• Extensive Hardware troubleshooting on HP, Dell, blades, EVA and 3Par other storage
• Excellent knowledge of server operating systems
• Experience in Veeam

• Design and deploy new applications and enhancements to existing Core applications, software, and operating systems for customers
• Gauge the effectiveness and efficiency of existing systems; develop and implement strategies for improving or further leveraging these systems
• Integrate servers, including e-mail, print, and backup servers and their associated software into enterprise systems
• Ensure system connectivity of all servers, shared software, Core Technologies, and other applications
• Create and maintain documentation as it relates to system configuration, mapping, processes, and service records
• Ensure compatibility and interoperability of in-house computing systems
• Interact and negotiate with vendors, outsourcers, and contractors to secure system-related products and services
• Perform routine system monitoring, verifying the integrity and availability of all hardware, server resources, systems, and key processes
• Create and maintain system documentation for domain technologies, including installation, configuration, and appropriate troubleshooting steps
• Improve existing processes through solutions to recurring problems and enhancements to existing solutions or documentation
• Provide training as required