Systems Administrator, Network
Gulf Coast Blood · Houston, United States
Systems Administrator, Network
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Reporting to the Network Operations Manager, the Systems Administrator, Network provides enterprise-level support for Windows Server environments, network infrastructure, file and print services, and critical back-office systems. This role is responsible for maintaining system performance, security, and reliability, troubleshooting technical issues, and supporting infrastructure upgrades to ensure seamless business operations. The ideal candidate is a proactive problem-solver with strong technical expertise and a commitment to delivering exceptional IT support.
Just For You:
- Free Parking!
- Career advancement.
- Engaging and exciting opportunity to SAVE LIVES.
Tips to thrive in our culture:
- Embody our Core Values of Commitment, Integrity, and Respect
- Work to actively create experiences that inspire others to save lives, each and every day.
- Embrace doing it right, making connections, and creating desired experiences.
- Comply with all organizational policies and standards, including safety rules, and be willing to report actual and potential violations to the appropriate supervisor or manager.
In this role, you will:
- Provides support for commercial and custom software applications.
- Provides full support for Windows servers including hardware, operating system and network connectivity.
- Provides full support for MS BackOffice Suite of Services including Exchange, Virtualization and Active Directory.
- Provides assistance with file backup and restore, SQL, web and mail filters.
- Provide full support of Donor-ID Application hardware and related kits used by Donor.
- Configure and maintain enterprise telephony including private branch exchanges (PBX), desk phones, cell phones, and voice mail systems.
- Liaise with all telco-related providers.
- Provide support and training for all employees on enterprise telephone systems.
- Recommends areas for future automation and ideas that would promote cost savings, and/or more efficient computer performance or use, improved testing procedures, and/or enhance the software package.
- Trains and assists PC Support analysts and users in daily activities as required.
- Develops and administers policies for standardizing selection of personal computers, software, and related hardware.
- Purchases personal computers, software and related hardware for all departments.
- Track and maintain disposition of all personal computer equipment including purchase, use and disposal.
- Develops and maintains Standard Operating Procedures for all PC and Network related activities.
- Troubleshoot ticket escalation from PC Support team.
- Assists with the Wide Area Network management and all the associated data communications issues at the facilities.
- Assists in repair of personal computers and associated equipment for all departments.
- Analyzes software problems and write program corrections and modifications.
- Assists with maintaining wiring in network cabling closets and data center as needed.
Required Qualifications
Education:
- Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field from an accredited institution; or
- An equivalent combination of education and relevant experience.
Experience:
- Minimum five (5) years of experience providing enterprise-level support in a networked environment.
- At least one (1) year of experience supporting and administering PC operating systems, applications, and networking technologies.
- Proficiency with Microsoft Active Directory, Windows Server and Desktop operating systems, Microsoft Office Suite, TCP/IP, and Internet technologies.
- Experience with Command Line Interfaces (CLI) preferred, but not required.
Certifications / Licenses:
- Microsoft Certified Solutions Expert (MCSE) preferred.
- Microsoft Certified Systems Associate (MCSA) preferred.
- Microsoft Certified Solutions Master (MCSM) preferred.
- Microsoft Certified Information Technologies Professional (MCITP) preferred.
- VMWare Certified Professional (VCP) preferred.
- Valid Texas Driver's License and Acceptable Driving Record.
Physical Demands:
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to talk or hear. The employee frequently is required to stand; walk; sit; use hands and reach with hands and arms. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 10 pounds. Employees are required to be familiar with and abide by the team lift requirements as specified in the Safety Program. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision and distance vision.
Work Environment:
The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is occasionally exposed to moving mechanical parts and blood and/or blood components, as well as any other biohazard materials. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.
Who We Are:
Since 1975, Gulf Coast Blood has been one of the nation’s largest community blood centers, serving 170 hospitals across 26 counties. Headquartered in Houston, we support the world’s largest medical complex—the Texas Medical Center—while operating 18 donor centers and hosting more than 7,000 mobile blood drives each year. As an FDA-accredited nonprofit, we provide high-quality human cellular material for both scientific and therapeutic use.
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EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER STATEMENT
Gulf Coast Blood is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer. Qualified applicants for positions are considered without regard to race/ethnicity, color, religion, national origin, age, pregnancy, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, transgender status, military status, protected veteran status, disability status, genetic testing results, or any other basis or characteristic prohibited by applicable law, statute, regulation or Executive Order.