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Senior Server Administrator

Employer
Crawford & Company
Location
Norcross, Georgia
Salary
Not Specified
Closing date
Mar 5, 2019

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Category
Administration / Clerical
Job Type
Not Specified
Career Level
Not Specified

Job Details

Excellence In Everything We Touch

Final - CRAW - HR - RESTORE- 11-9-18 - LR

Position Summary

Must be relatively comfortable with most aspects of systems administration and have a firm understanding of the respective operating system discipline. Under some direction from management, the ability to install, configure, test, maintain and troubleshoot most OS and hardware related items such as networks, printers, disks and file storage systems. Must ensure smooth system operations, connectivity and functionality and usually achieve efficient, reliable, high performance results. The ability to identify and resolve issues and recommend solutions while assisting in setting the general direction for the organization. Ability to work with and help oversee operational tasks from an offshore provider.

Responsibilities

  • With minimal assistance, able to: install, customize, configure and test the operating systems; configure server networks, disks and file systems for applications; apply patches and fixes.
  • Installs, configures and maintains critical business applications, assists in evaluating user requirements for system availability, capacity and compatibility (e.g. CPU, speed, memory, storage requirements, and other specifications).
  • Assists in providing detailed performance analysis reporting for continuous improvement of system and database.
  • Assesses system capacity issues, installs and tests operating system releases and upgrades; performs trouble-shooting and installs fixes to resolve problems and optimize system performance with little/no assistance/direction from senior personnel.
  • Using systems management software and other tools and utilities, monitors system and network speed, reliability and performance.
  • Ensures that all server operating systems are backed-up regularly; troubleshoots and resolves issues such as drive failures, client down, and network card errors.
  • Plays a major role in coordinating and maintaining the Data Center Disaster Recovery Plan for responsible critical systems. Including planning, participating and leading regularly scheduled tests.
  • Provides support to users in remote locations.
  • Designs, installs and monitors system level security and data integrity/control for multiple systems.
  • Assists with the research and evaluation of hardware, software and systems products and devices from various vendors.
  • Upholds the Crawford Code of Business Conduct at all times.
  • Participates and leads special projects or performs duties in other areas as requested including system installations, migrations and deployments.
Requirements

  • Five or more years of system administration experience.
  • Stay current on training of technologies and certifications.
  • Completion of a college or university degree in information systems/technology and/or over 5 years of related field experience in implementing systems on a large scale or an equivalent combination of training and experience that would produce the following knowledge, abilities and skills.
  • Operating system architecture, installation, understanding characteristics, capabilities and commands applicable to system administration and maintenance.
  • Experience with virtual technologies such as VMware and hyperconverge.
  • AD knowledge of group policies, forests, ability to configure and set-up accounts.
  • Virtualization/Cloud experience such as AWS or Azure.
  • Database management and data storage systems and software, including architectures, diagnostic tools, commands and utilities, applicable to systems administration responsibilities.
  • Methods and techniques for performing connectivity testing and network analysis and troubleshooting, including the use of diagnostic tools and equipment.
  • Systems analysis, design principles and tools, including those applicable to client server processing.
  • Assisting with the preparation of clear, concise and accurate reports and documentation to be reviewed by various members of the management team.
  • Ability to lead or manage key critical infrastructure projects including written recommendations and assisting with vendor evaluations.
  • Ability to analyze complex problems, evaluate alternatives to make sound recommendations for solutions with little/no assistance from senior personnel.
About Us

Why Crawford

People taking care of people. Its that simple. At Crawford & Company, we treat our clients policyholders like our own, helping to restore and enhance lives, businesses and communities at all points of the claims management process. Combining a legacy of nearly 80 years of unmatched experience with global capabilities and industry-leading technology, Crawford is at the forefront of change, while also staying firmly rooted to our commitment to putting people first.

We are guided by our collective value system: RESTORE.

At Crawford, we:

  • Respect our culture of integrity and ethical behavior, while embracing the unique talents of the individual and encouraging an ownership mentality among everyone.
  • Are Empowered to advance the company mission and take ownership of our individual career progression.
  • Promote Sustainability through a corporate culture in which employees are good stewards of their communities.
  • Emphasize Training and an environment where employees continually seek and share knowledge and are engaged and satisfied with their work.
  • Are One Crawford, embracing a global mindset thats inclusive, agile, mission-focused, and customer-focused.
  • Give Recognition, participating in an environment where people are rewarded for jobs well done.
  • Embody an Entrepreneurial Spirit, sharing a passion to succeed, innovate, and outpace our competitors.

We believe in leading by example at work and in our communities. We hail from more than 70 countries and speak dozens of languages, reflecting the global fabric of the audience we serve. Though our reach is vast, we proudly operate as One Crawford: united in mission, vision and values. Learn more at www.crawfordandcompany.com.

In addition to a competitive salary, Crawford offers you:

  • Career advancement potential locally, nationally and internationally. Crawford & Company has more than 700 locations in 70 countries
  • On-going training opportunities through every stage of your career
  • Strong benefits package including matching 401k; health, dental, and life insurance; employee stock purchase plans; tuition reimbursement and so much more.

Crawford & Company participates in E-Verify and is an Equal Opportunity Employer. M/F/D/V Crawford & Company is not accepting unsolicited assistance from search firms for this employment opportunity. All resumes submitted by search firms to any employee at Crawford via-email, the Internet or in any form and/or method without a valid written Statement of Work in place for this position from Crawford HR/Recruitment will be deemed the sole property of Crawford. No fee will be paid in the event the candidate is hired by Crawford as a result of the referral or through other means.

Company

Welcome to Crawford & Company®. As the world’s largest publicly listed independent provider of claims management solutions, our focus is to help people and businesses quickly recover from losses. Our claims management solutions speed recovery time so that clients can resume their lives and work with as little disruption as possible. From large-scale catastrophic losses to short-term workers compensation claims, we offer total solutions that begin with first notice of loss and end with positive, measurable outcomes. The road to recovery begins with Crawford.

With 700 offices in 70 countries and more than 9,000 employees worldwide, Crawford careers span countless fields and disciplines. We offer compelling opportunities that make a difference in the lives of our clients. 

Company info
Website
Telephone
404.300.1000
Location
1001 Summit Blvd
Atlanta
GA
30319
US

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