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Location: Somerset, NJ Job Summary The Systems Administrator provides technical support and resolves issues for various systems and applications, managing server and storage infrastructure, and monitoring power systems. This role involves Windows Server administration, NOC monitoring, and administering both on-premises and cloud-based application infrastructure services. The ideal candidate will assist in developing workflows and documentation, contribute to disaster recovery efforts, and collaborate with IT teams for troubleshooting and incident management, ensuring effective communication and organization. Role Description - Provide technical support, problem diagnosis, and resolution for various systems and applications - Install, configure, and maintain server and storage infrastructure, including both hardware and software components - Monitor and maintain power systems including UPS, Auto-transfer Switches, PDU's, and related devices - Perform typical Windows Server administration tasks, such as AD user/group administration and security permissions - Participate in NOC monitoring, respond to alerts, and facilitate requests - Perform physical server builds, OS configurations, and lifecycle management tasks - Administer on-premises and cloud-based application infrastructure services such as Parallels, Kronos, DocuSign, Adobe Sign, and DocuWare - Assist with the development of workflows, reference documentation, and contribute to Disaster Recovery efforts - Interact with the IT Service Desk and other teams for troubleshooting and incident management - Monitor and respond to critical emails/issues, including off-hours support Skill Level Requirements - Competence in managing and maintaining Active Directory, AWS, VMware, and Windows Server platforms. - Basic - Ability to read and understand cable matrices, structured cable routing experience, and basic understanding of IP addressing concepts for managing network and data center configurations. - Basic - Training or experience with Liebert/Emerson, APC suites, and hardware for uninterruptible power supplies (UPS). - Basic - Understanding of SAN storage concepts including zoning, LUN sizing, storage pools, RAID implementations, and volume configuration. - Basic - Experience with HP EVA, 3PAR, Pure Storage, and Cisco UCS storage solutions. - Basic

Location: Gaithersburg, MD About the job Ready to shape the future of science and global health? ATCC, a leading nonprofit biological resources and standards organization, is seeking a Desktop Support Specialist to provide technical assistance and support for computer systems, hardware, and software. This role ensures smooth daily operations by troubleshooting issues, performing installations, and delivering exceptional user support. This is an onsite position primarily based in Gaithersburg, MD with a requirement to support additional ATCC facilities (one day per week in Germantown, MD, one day per week in Manassas, VA, and remaining days in Gaithersburg, MD). Responsibilities - Technical Support: Respond to user inquiries for software and hardware issues via phone, email, and messaging applications. - System Maintenance: Install, configure, and repair personal computers, peripherals, and software upgrades; run diagnostics as needed. - Troubleshooting: Resolve issues on laptops, desktops, tablets, and smartphones; assess problems and escalate when necessary. - Inventory & Documentation: Track hardware and software inventory and log support tickets accurately. - User Assistance: Provide training and guidance to system users to ensure efficient technology use. Qualifications - High School diploma and 1 or more years of experience or equivalent experience required. - Strong troubleshooting skills for hardware, software, and core network services (internet, printing). - Proficient with operating systems, applications, and peripheral devices. - Excellent communication and customer service skills. - Demonstrated adaptability, attention to detail, collaboration, and technical proficiency. - Ability to maintain daily operations of internal technology systems and equipment. - Experienced in resolving user issues for software and hardware. - Skilled in installations, modifications, and repairs of PCs and peripherals. - Competent in providing technical assistance and user training. - Hands-on experience with PC hardware/software installation and upgrades. - Knowledge of minor programming, diagnostics, and system configuration. - Expertise in troubleshooting across laptops, desktops, tablets, and smartphones. - Ability to configure operating systems and applications (word processing, database, spreadsheets). - Preferred: Intermediate knowledge of Windows Client OS, Microsoft Office, and PC hardware repair.