Veterans Preferred - Windows System Administrator / Architect

Company: Xerox
Location: Cary
Posted on: May 5, 2021

Job Description:

Military Veterans are Encouraged to Apply. Xerox (NYSE: XRX) makes every day work better. We are a workplace technology company, building and integrating software and hardware for enterprises large and small. As customers seek to manage information across digital and physical platforms, Xerox delivers a seamless, secure and sustainable experience. Whether inventing the copier, the ethernet, the laser printer or more, Xerox has long defined the modern work experience. Learn more at www.xerox.com and explore our commitment to diversity and inclusion. The Windows Application Architect is responsible for the design and implementation of systems that run custom and off-the-shelf software. Systems designs should ensure high levels of availability and security of the system. This person will ensure Windows systems meet compliance objectives, are easy to maintain, and meet the needs of internal and external clients. Another large part of this job is high-level troubleshooting and monitoring of .NET, IIS, and SQL Server. In addition to traditional Systems Administration responsibilities, you will be part of a team that will leverage multiple cloud technologies to evolve our hosting platforms. Experience with Cloud technologies, infrastructure transformation, and automation is a must. The right candidate will need to possess the drive and interpersonal skills to resolve common conflicts experienced through transformation, help evolve the team, the platform and constantly drive business value in a dynamic and hyper-fast environment. Responsibilities Design Windows systems based on requirements from internal developers and external partners Work with Operations team to implement systems designs Provide hands-on Windows system administration, patching, scripting and maintenance. Collaborate with a cross-functional team of application developers and operations engineers to understand complex product requirements and translate them into automated solutions Collaborate with peers to support and improve architecture, systems, processes, standards and tools Participate in architectural discussions to ensure solutions are designed for successful deployment, security, and high availability in support of Infrastructure, Software and Platform as a Service offerings Troubleshooting of complex systems involving compute, network, and storage components Develop and maintain capacity plans for all systems Ensure adherence to policies/standards Write and maintain code for automating the creation of scalable/resilient systems/infrastructure Ensure all solutions are properly monitored and instrumented Analyze server, network and storage characteristics (e.g. CPU behavior, latency, transmission speeds, packet loss and throughput), triage and troubleshoot problems Qualifications 8 years administering Windows Server with enterprise level skills in Windows physical and virtual environments 5 years' experience supporting IIS and .NET applications with SQL Server backends 3 years' scripting experience (PowerShell, Python, Bash, Perl, etc) Experience supporting Windows Failover Clusters and SQL Always On availability groups Proven track record troubleshooting highly available applications 1 years leveraging automation and orchestration utilities such as Puppet, Chef, or Docker Working knowledge of standard Windows Server security methodologies, hardening procedures, and best practices. Understanding of agile and other development processes and methodologies Knowledge of the various services and capabilities of cloud computing platforms (AWS, OpenStack, Azure etc.) Knowledge and understanding of CI/CD processes and tools Proven experience with complex multi-site and global network design, multi-layered switch environment, firewalls, VPN, Load balancers, and DNS Soft Skills and Education Aptitude for influencing others without direct authority Ability to prioritize, and work well under pressure Excellent communication and documentation skills, both in technical and non-technical arenas Adept at learning and applying new technologies and solving new problems Relevant certifications (Windows, AWS, CCP, etc.) Bachelor's degree Xerox is an Equal Opportunity Employer and considers applicants for all positions without regard to race, color, creed, religion, ancestry, national origin, age, gender identity or expression, sex, marital status, sexual orientation, physical or mental disability, use of a guide dog or service animal, military/veteran status, citizenship status, basis of genetic information, or any other group protected by law. People with disabilities who need a reasonable accommodation to apply or compete for employment with Xerox may request such accommodation(s) by sending an e-mail to XeroxStaffingAdminCenterxerox.com . Be sure to include your name, the job you are interested in, and the accommodation you are seeking. LI-SM1

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