Systems Administrator Engineer- Entry Level

Company: SonicWall
Location: Milpitas
Posted on: February 1, 2025

Job Description:

Systems Administrator Engineer- Entry LevelMilpitas, California, United StatesSonicWall is a cybersecurity forerunner with more than 30 years of expertise and is recognized as a leading partner-first company, ensuring our partners and their customers are never alone in the fight against cybercrime. With the ability to build, scale and manage security across the cloud, hybrid and traditional environments in real-time, SonicWall provides relentless security against the most evasive cyberattacks across endless exposure points for increasingly remote, mobile and cloud-enabled users. For more information, visit www.sonicwall.com or follow us on Twitter, LinkedIn, Facebook, and Instagram.Responsibilities:

• Analyzes, logs, tracks, and resolves software/hardware matters of significance about networking connectivity issues, printers, servers, and applications to meet business needs.
• Performs troubleshooting to isolate and diagnose common system problems.
• Documents system events to ensure continuous functioning.
• Recommends course of action and implements as approved.
• Upgrades system software and hardware components as required to meet business needs and coordinates backups.
• Ensures upgrades are occurring by established parameters.
• Coordinates the installation of client department-specific applications and systems.
• Resolves matters of significance and implements a corrective course of action as needed.
• Installs, tests, upgrades, and configures system files and services to enhance performance.
• Utilizes standard corporate tools to record change and problem activities for tracking purposes.
• Ensures onsite technology runs smoothly.
• Manages and monitors server backup processes.
• Installs and configures specialized software.
• Applies software and operating system patches.
• Coordinates with 3rd party support to resolve issues and implement solutions.
• Installs and configures new hardware.
• Troubleshoots technical issues in support of onsite and remote customers.
• Prepares/deploys PC equipment and software tools.Requirements:
  • 1-2 years of directly related experience in systems administration.
  • Ability to handle multiple tasks concurrently with competing deadlines.
  • Ability to drive collaboration with executives and business and technical teams to achieve effective solutions.
  • Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal.
  • Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
  • Must be able to support, configure, and troubleshoot a wide range of applications and all Windows operating systems (workstation & server).
  • Experience with Microsoft Active Directory and GPO.
  • Experience with Microsoft Office 365.
  • MacOS & Linux experience is a plus.
  • Knowledge of network fundamentals is a plus.
  • Experience working with computer hardware for installation and upgrades.
  • Experience working with software installation/upgrading procedures.
  • Experience working with file and system maintenance procedures.Compensation varies based on location and work being performed. The starting pay range for a candidate selected for this position is generally within the range of $69,000 - $95,000 for annual base salary. Employees may be eligible for additional discretionary bonuses and commissions. The successful candidate's actual pay will also be based on qualifications and experience, so the actual starting pay may be above or below this range.The Company also offers a comprehensive, flexible, and competitive benefits program. It provides access to programs tailored to meet the personal health and financial well-being needs of our employees and their families. The Company offers medical, vision, and dental coverage, and health savings accounts; mental health support, time off to relax and recharge through our paid holidays, vacation, and personal time off; and a retirement savings plan with Roth features.SonicWall is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to creating a diverse environment and are an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, ethnicity, religion, sex, gender, gender identity and expression, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, age, marital status, veteran status, pregnancy, or any other basis prohibited by applicable law.
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