Senior Cloud Systems Administrator

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Job description

Responsibilities

PURPOSE OF POSITION:

• Responsible for designing, implementing, administrating, and managing an Enterprise multi-cloud environment (including private cloud)

MAJOR RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Develop, implement, and maintain the company's enterprise cloud infrastructure strategy
• Collaborate with development teams for infrastructure provisioning
• Coordinate and communicate with other IS groups such as security, support desk, application delivery, etc. to deliver value to the business through secure, reliable, high-performing systems.
• Analyze and evaluate the performance and usage of the cloud infrastructure systems and provide reports and recommendations for improvement.
• Assist with managing infrastructure costs and budgets
• Coordinate and plan with teams to ensure infrastructure is highly available and recoverable
• Oversee data backup and recovery procedures for all systems.
• Stay updated on the latest trends and developments with relevant infrastructure technologies; explore and recommend new opportunities and solutions for the company.

EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE, AND SKILLS REQUIRED:

• High School Diploma or GED required
• Bachelor's degree in related discipline strongly preferred, but consideration may be given to an exceptional candidate with 8 years of relevant experience.
• At least 4 years relevant work experience installing, managing, designing, and troubleshooting infrastructure at an enterprise scale
• Proven Server Administration experience with Windows or Linux Systems

OTHER PREFERRED SKILLS & QUALIFICATIONS:

• Experience with Cloud Infrastructure Technologies
• Familiar with automation and scripting technologies used with infrastructure technologies
• Experience with monitoring tools such as AppDynamics, Dynatrace, Datadog, or similar technologies
• Experience with storage and network technologies
• Experience with managing data backup and recovery
• Experience with Managing Technology Costs
• Able to draw on research and experience to resolve complex problems
• Ability to take ownership of issues and see them through to resolution

OTHER POSITION SPECIFICATIONS:

• Excellent analytical, verbal and written skills required
• Participate in continuous improvement events
• Maintain company confidentiality
• Interaction with teams helping with requirements and implementations
• Write system and process documentation
• Provide user support for Altec associates via phone, email and in person
• Willingness to work outside standard business hours to resolves issues or complete special projects
• Track and maintain constant communication with the customer from the beginning to the end of any established case, issue, or concern
• Remain highly adaptable
• All other duties as assigned.
• Must be willing to travel as needed to perform job duties up to 25%

The job level may be modified upward based on the qualifications of the candidate

Benefits

Altec offers a competitive salary that rewards performance and dedication, along with a comprehensive benefits package that includes:

• Medical, Dental, Vision and Prescription Drug Program
• Retirement 401(k) Traditional or Roth Program Options with Company Match
• Vacation and Holidays
• Parental Leave
• Short Term and Long Term Disability Leave
• Flexible Spending Accounts
• Tuition Assistance Program
• Employee Assistance and Mental Health/Substance Abuse Program
• Life Insurance, Accidental Death and Dismemberment Insurance
• Supplemental Insurance including Hospital Indemnity, Critical Illness and Accident Insurance
• Additional Wellness Programs and Rewards Available

Why Join Altec?

If you're considering a career with Altec, there's never been a better time to join us! Our company was founded on values that place the customer first and prioritize our people as our greatest strength. Over the years, those values and our talented associates have helped us to earn the trust and confidence of customers worldwide. Today, Altec is an innovative, financially sound company that sets the standard of excellence in design, manufacturing and service - and that's why we're the ideal place for you to grow your career.

Founded in 1929, Altec is a privately held company headquartered in Birmingham, Alabama. Altec specializes in the manufacture, sale and service of aerial devices, digger derricks, cranes and specialty equipment for the electric utility, telecommunications, tree care, construction, and light and signs markets. We help our customers dig deeper and reach higher in more than 100 countries around the world.

EEO Statement

Altec Industries, Inc. and its affiliates are equal opportunity employers and maintain affirmative action plans to recruit, retain, develop, and promote qualified individuals without unlawful consideration of race, gender, color, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, citizenship status, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local law. Altec strives to maintain a work environment free from unlawful discrimination and harassment, where associates are treated with respect and dignity.

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