8allocate is a global provider of end-to-end custom software development solutions to companies all over the globe, from North America to the EU to Israel to Australia. Headquartered in Estonia, we run offshore R&D centers in Kyiv. Our team is 50% remote and distributed. We specialize in flexible interaction exclusively with international clients (we cover industries from commercial aviation to fintech) thanks to a multinational support group of experts and management.
Currently, we are looking for a Senior System Administrator.
Requirements:
- 5+ years of experience performing IT administrating duties or managing a team of system administrators (in large IT companies).
- Strong experience with the administration of Windows/MacOS workstations.
- Strong experience with Windows/Linux servers.
- Experience with Hyper-V, and VMware.
- Experience with Network equipment (Ubiquiti, Cisco/Mikrotik, etc).
- Strong Knowledge of the OSI model, networking basics & protocols.
- Understanding of basic principles of Information Security (be ready to explain).
- VPN: experience with configuring and supporting.
- Experience with AD (+GPO), AAD (Azure AD), and Jamf.
- Experience with GSuite / Exchange / other.
- Knowledge of compliance requirements (GDPR, ISO, etc.).
- Experience in developing and implementing IT policies and practices.
- English: Upper-Intermediate
Core Personal Competencies:
- Ability to work with other team members and a desire to help others.
- Excellent attention to detail.
- Excellent work ethic and responsive attitude.
- Self-motivated, organized, and methodical.
- Excellent leadership and decision-making skills.
- Excellent professional and personal references and ability to clear a background check.
Responsibilities:
- Lead development and implementation processes for the organization’s IT systems.
- Develop a strategy as it relates to the organization’s IT infrastructure (computer and information systems, security, communication systems).
- Establish efficiency and efficacy standards, providing recommendations for improvement of IT infrastructure.
- Experience in analysis, implementation, and evaluation of IT systems and their specifications.
- Analyzes IT infrastructure and systems performance to assess operating costs, productivity levels, upgrade requirements, and other metrics and needs.
- Oversee the security of systems, networks, and enterprise information.
- Facilitate IT security audits or investigations.
- Develop and maintain relationships with external IT vendors and service providers.
- Guide the update of technological equipment in the company.
- Guide the maintenance and support of the company’s IT infrastructure.
- Configuration and maintenance of servers, storage, & virtualization/cloud infrastructure.
- Configuration, deployment, and maintenance of Windows and Mac OS infrastructure services.
- Build the system of IT support for employees — technical problems/onboarding/offboarding.
- Support with filling out questionnaires provided by company clients for cyber security assessments.
- Collaborate with the Production department to understand their requirements and priorities, and develop solutions that meet their needs.
Why choose us?
- “Family and Friends.” We are no longer a start-up, but we still have a family atmosphere in our supportive and spirited team, who are all working together on the same goal.
- “Just break down all barriers and find a better way.” Every day you’ll meet with interesting and challenging (international) projects that cover industries from commercial aviation to fintech (different technologies, different products).
- “Hungry for learning.” You will get a lot of chances for career advancement and the development of new skills, opportunities for mentorship, or learning from more experienced colleagues.
Benefits from 8allocate:
- You’ll work in a supportive and spirited team of professionals.
- Corporate events, holidays, and team buildings for your joy.
- Training and development: we have a huge library (about 500 books!) and a budget for your professional development.
- English classes.
- Сoverage of sports activities.
- Сoverage of psychologist sessions.
- People-oriented management without bureaucracy.
- Paid vacation and sick leaves.