Systems/Network Administrator

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The Center for Disability Services offers hope, innovation and achievement to the people we support.For 80 years, we have been one of upstate New York’s largest providers of programs and services for individuals who have disabilities. Many of the innovative programs and vital services that we offer are not available elsewhere. Seeking a dedicated IT Professional to join our dynamic team as a Systems/Network Administrator. If you want to make a difference for a great cause and are seeking a rewarding, relaxed, and family forward environment, then we want you! This is a chance to be part of a team where learning is encouraged and the chance to advance your knowledge and experience is available.This position is full-time, Monday-Friday, and is based out of our Cohoes location.The Systems/Network Administrator position plays a key role in maintaining server and/or network hardware and software, while also monitoring the systems to ensure availability to all users. The Systems/Network Administrator is tasked with installing, configuring, and supporting key components of our server infrastructure, local area network (LAN), wide area network (WAN), internet connectivity, or other systems.This individual must have a proven ability to successfully develop technical solutions in a variety of environments while taking into account a multitude of constraints.  Knowledge of Active Directory domains, and/or network switching and routing concepts is required, and VoIP experience is desirable. Frequent travel within the Capital District is required to support various IT projects in the field. This position will report to the Director of IT Infrastructure.  Duties and Responsibilities:Install, configure, and support key systems such as the server infrastructure, local area network (LAN), wide area network (WAN), internet connectivity, telephony, or other systemsDesign and implement technical solutions to meet or exceed business requirementsLead and/or participate in projectsMonitor, diagnose, troubleshoot, and resolve hardware, software, or other network and system problemsPerform equipment and software maintenance as scheduledOperate network and server management and reporting systemsEscalation point for technical issuesAdvise and test new solutions and technologiesPerform routine systems startup and shutdown procedures, and maintain control recordsMaintain documentation related to systems functions, as well as maintenance and repair recordsRequirements:Associates degree required (4 years of relevant experience would be considered in lieu of an Associates degree), Bachelors degree is preferredExcellent communication and organizational skills and the ability to prioritize and multitask are requiredValid NYS driver’s license in good standingAbility to lift a minimum of 50 poundsAt least 3 years of related experience, specifically in more than one of the following:Server and SAN hardware administrationWindows server administrationVMware server administrationVoIP telephony administrationFirewall and VPN administrationRouting, switching, and wireless administrationActive Directory, DHCP, DNS administrationData backup administrationEnterprise anti-malware administration Specialized training, license, certification, or skills preferred:A systems certification such as Microsoft Certified Solutions Expert (MCSE), Microsoft Certified Solutions Associate (MCSA), Microsoft Certified Professional (MCP), or Server A networking certification  such as Cisco Certified Network Professional (CCNP), Cisco Certified Network Associate (CCNA), or Network Other advance IT certificationThe compensation range for this position is $32.67 to $35.31. Rate of pay is commensurate on experience.At The Center for Disability Services, we don’t just accept difference – we celebrate it, support it, and thrive on it for the benefit of our employees and the people we support.  We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer and do not discriminate against any protected class of job applicant or employee in our employment practices.

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