IT Systems Administrator

NY Creates serves as a bridge for advanced electronics, leads projects that advance R&D in emerging technologies, and generates the jobs of tomorrow. NY Creates also runs some of the most advanced facilities in the world, boasts more than 3,000 industry experts and faculty, and manages public and private investments of more than $25 billion - placing it at the global epicenter of high-tech innovation and commercialization.


Job Description for System Administrator
The System Administrator is responsible for designing, implementing, and maintaining complex IT systems and solutions for the company and its affiliated partners, identifying and resolving advanced technical issues, and ensuring the reliability and performance of existing systems. The System Administrator will manage performance, capacity, and future forecasting; evaluate products and provide recommendations for hardware and software purchases; develop and routinely test disaster recovery plans; and influence work priorities, technical decisions, and operating procedures at the team or project level.
Responsible for installation, patching, account provisioning, and administration of Windows servers, applications, and data storage systems relating to NY Creates and its affiliated partners.
Support all Microsoft server related general roles (AD, DHCP, DNS, File and Printer shares)
There will be a heavy focus on supporting Microsoft 365 cloud solutions.
Perform support for desktops, laptops, servers, and mobile devices.
Participate in design discussions for new hardware, network, cloud, or application deployments.
Accountable for successful delivery of assigned tasks and projects.
Continuously research and evaluate emerging technologies and trends within the IT industry.
Perform situation analysis and make recommendations for solutions.
Microsoft 365 suite of applications, Exchange, Teams, Sharepoint administration, Active Directory, Microsoft Group Policy, Azure Intune, SCCM, WSUS, Windows administration for Server 2016 and greater, PowerShell, VMWare, MFA

Minimum Requirements for System Administrator
Associate degree in information technology, Computer Science degree from college or University accredited by the US Department of Education internationally recognized accrediting organization OR related field with 5 plus years of experience working in an organization's IT systems environment is recommended.
Must have a minimum of 5 years' experience with server and network typologies and the ability to quickly learn and use new technologies, as well as how to integrate them with existing systems.
Microsoft 365, Azure, and / or server advanced certifications.
Demonstrated knowledge of implementing and management of various security measures, such as firewalls, intrusion detection and prevention systems, anti-virus software, and encryption tools.
Possess knowledge of best practices for maintaining information security.
Ability to handle confidential and sensitive information responsibly.
Bachelor's degree preferred in computer science or a related field and/or Technical School or related experience and/or training or equivalent combination of education and experience.
Artificial intelligence (AI) experience/administration
Disaster Recovery / Backup Experience
Knowledge of CMMC Level 2 Compliance
At NY Creates we are dedicated to building a welcoming workplace. Medical, Vision, and Dental
Flexible Heath Spending and Dependent Care Accounts
Basic / Optional Life Insurance
Post-Retirement Health Insurance
Employer contribution of 7% of earnings to a Basic Retirement plan after meeting one year of service.
Optional employee contributed retirement account
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