System Administrator at Affinitiv

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Affinitiv is the largest provider of end-to-end, data-driven marketing and software solutions exclusively focused on the automotive customer lifecycle. Backed by 20+ years of automotive and marketing expertise, we pride ourselves on being the go-to experts in the industry. Not only do we work with over 6,500 dealerships and every major manufacturer in the country, we’re well-versed in OEM standards and the intricacies of a dealership or group’s local business.

As a member of the Affinitiv Infrastructure team, the System Administrator is responsible for the day-to-day operations and maintenance of onsite systems hardware & software. The System Administrator provides support and is responsible for answering and resolving technical support calls / tickets from employees.  The System Administrator will have the ability to be self motivated, organize work goals, work under general supervision and have a certain degree of creativity and flexibility.

On-Site Data Center Location - Tampa Location is a Must.  

Description

• Assist with the daily activities of configuration and operation of systems within a datacenter located in Tampa.
• Assist with the optimizing of system operation and resource utilization, and perform system capacity analysis and planning.
• Provide assistance to users in accessing and using business systems.
• Assist in the installation, configuration, and maintenance of Windows operating systems and related software.
• Monitor system performance and ensure optimal uptime and availability.
• Manage user accounts, permissions, and groups in Active Directory.
• Troubleshoot hardware and software issues, and collaborate with vendors for support.
• Perform regular backup and recovery operations to ensure data integrity.
• Patch and update systems with the latest security patches and software versions.
• Assist in network administration tasks like configuring routers, switches, and firewalls

Qualifications:

On-Site Data Center Location - Tampa Location is a Must

• Provision, set up, maintain and monitor production Windows applications on Amazon Web Services’ Elastic Cloud Compute (AWS EC2) platform or similar cloud-based infrastructure.
• Manage/Implement Enterprise Firewalls Cisco and Fortigate and be familiar with AWS VPC environments.
• 1+ years administering MS Windows Server roles or features such as Active Directory, DHCP, DNS, File Services, IIS, Group Policy, and Print Management
• Familiarity with Microsoft SQL servers
• Assist with the optimizing of system operation and resource utilization, and perform system capacity analysis and planning.
• Monitor system performance and ensure optimal uptime and availability.
• Manage user accounts, permissions, and groups in Active Directory.
• Troubleshoot hardware and software issues, and collaborate with vendors for support.
• Perform regular backup and recovery operations to ensure data integrity.
• Patch and update systems with the latest security patches and software versions.
• Assist in network administration tasks like configuring routers, switches, and firewalls.
• Proficiency in Windows operating systems, network protocols, Active Directory, and other server technologies is required
• Knowledge of PowerShell scripting, virtualization technologies, and backup solutions is also preferred
• Ability to identify and resolve technical issues promptly and efficiently.
• Strong analytical and critical thinking skills are required
• Must have effective communication skills, both written and verbal, are required for interacting with team members and end-users.
• Ability to demonstrate a high level of attention to detail to ensure accurate documentation, system configuration, and maintenance tasks.
• Possess an understanding of security principles and best practices, including user access control, data encryption, vulnerability management, and patching
• Possess a willingness to learn and adapt to new technologies and industry trends
• Ability to work in a team environment and independently is needed

Work from Here

At Affinitiv, we have the best of both worlds.   Our team members have embraced remote work and our Work from Here program allows for remote working and the utmost flexibility while keeping in person collaborating thriving in a safe work environment.   Our Work from Here approach gives team members a choice to work on campus or remote, leaders can hold in person or virtual team meetings to collaborate and cultivate relationships.

Affinitiv knows you have interests outside of work, which is why we offer a comprehensive benefits package that includes medical, dental, vision and 401K effective day 1 just to name a few.   We also offer generous PTO so you can enjoy off time with family and friends.   

At Affinitiv, we celebrate diversity, equality, and an inclusive environment.

Affinitiv is committed to providing an environment of mutual respect where equal employment opportunities are extended to all employees and applicants for employment. We prohibit discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws.

All aspects of employment are decided on the basis of qualifications, competence, merit, and business needs. Affinitiv is proud to be an equal opportunity employer.