Systems Administrator/IT Specialist at Exela Technologies in Capitol Heights, Maryland

Posted in Other 2 days ago.

Type: full-time





Job Description:

Why Exela?

Help us revolutionize the way that business around the world gets done. As a member of Team Exela, you'll join a passionate, creative, and knowledgeable group of experts covering a wide range of industries and business sectors all driven by the same goal: To accelerate digital transformation.

A job at Exela represents an opportunity to join a vibrant community at the forefront of business innovation and to play a valuable role in an ongoing technological revolution. Exela's core values of Authenticity, Accountability, and Action guide us to provide exceptional experiences for both our customers and our employees.

Job Title: Systems Administrator/IT Specialist - 28806

Position Type: Full time - Regular

Shift: 7AM - 4PM, M-F

Pay: Starting from $90,000 per year

Job Summary: Provides essential support by handling hardware, software, and network issues, keeping our operations running smoothly and efficiently.

Focus: The focus will be on both Servers and Network. Initial time breakdown will be approximately 75% network, 25% servers. Strong Server, Networking, and Infrastructure background.

Preferred Certifications (At Least 2)
  • CCNP (Cisco Certified Network Professional) (Data Center)
  • CompTIA Network+
  • VMWare Certified Professional

Essential Functions & Responsibilities:

Responsibilities:
  • Administer and maintain the organization's network infrastructure, including routers, switches, firewalls, and other networking devices.
  • Ensure the availability, performance, and security of the network through proactive monitoring and maintenance.

System Administration:
  • Manage and support server infrastructure, including operating system installation, configuration, and troubleshooting.
  • Perform regular system updates, patches, and backups to ensure data integrity and system reliability.

User Support:
  • Provide technical support to end-users for networking-related issues.
  • Assist in the setup and configuration of workstations, laptops, and other end-user devices.

Security Management:
  • Implement and enforce security measures to protect the network and systems from unauthorized access and potential threats.
  • Conduct security audits and respond to security incidents in collaboration with the IT security team.

Documentation:
  • Create and maintain comprehensive documentation for network configurations, procedures, and troubleshooting steps.
  • Keep an inventory of hardware, software, and network resources.

Key Skills:
  • We value experience, dedication, and drive over a college degree. We are looking for a Bachelor degree equivalent in hands-on experience.
  • Proven experience as an IT Specialist with a focus on networking.
  • Strong knowledge of networking protocols, technologies, and security practices.
  • Experience with network monitoring and troubleshooting tools.
  • Proficiency in the administration of Windows and/or Linux server environments.
  • Relevant certifications such as CCNA or similar are a plus.
  • Excellent problem-solving and communication skills.

Minimum Qualifications:
  • 18 Years of Age or Older
  • High School Diploma or GED
  • Minimum 3 years of experience in a similar role
  • US Citizenship required

Physical Requirements:
  • Required to stand, walk, simple grasp, reach with hands and arms

Prior Helpful Experience May Include:
  • Proficiency in both Linux and Windows servers
  • Familiarity with Cisco networking equipment and working knowledge of information security systems.
  • Risk identification and management
  • Data management and analysis
  • Strong Server, Networking, and Infrastructure background.

Pay Disclosure:

"The pay range for this position starts at $90,000 per year; however, base pay offered may vary depending on job-related knowledge, skills, and experience. Bonus opportunities may be provided as part of the compensation package, in addition to a full range of medical, financial, and/or other benefits, dependent on the position offered."

EEO Statement:

Exela is committed to creating a diverse environment and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. Qualified applicants will be considered for employment without regard to their race, color, creed, religion, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, age, disability, gender/sex, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, veteran status, genetic information or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws.

Exela endeavors to make www.exelatech.com accessible to any and all users. If you need assistance completing the application process, please contact us at recruitingsupport@exelatech.com.

Veterans

Exela welcomes job applicants from all walks of life and backgrounds, including those who are transitioning military members, veterans, reservists, National Guard members, military spouses, and their family members. Individuals will be considered no matter their military rank or specialty.

Pay Transparency Nondiscrimination Provision:

Exela will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant.

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