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SENIOR SYSTEMS ENGINEER (Data Center)

SSE will be a key contributor to the installation, configuration, maintenance and support of a secure high-availability Windows & Linux based server & network infrastructure in both software development and data center production environments. This position will be part of an IT team dedicated to the GainsKeeper business spanning multiple data centers. Will also support data center operations and provide limited desktop support. Report to the Infrastructure

Architect/Team Leader.

• Perform Windows and Linux based system builds.

• Maintain & support Internet host servers in 24 x 7 processing environments.

• Setup, maintain, and support Active Directory domains (sites, DNS & DHCP). Create group policies in Active Directory and manage users/groups.

• Configure and support terminal services on Windows servers.

• Execute firmware upgrades, OS upgrades, and hardware upgrades.

• Respond to all support issues requests in an expedient manner, providing clear and informative status entries, resolution entries and quality assurance closure. Will work to identify the root cause of any issues and strive to incorporate solutions that are correct, with zero rework.

• Share on-call rotation with other team members.

Qualifications

• BS Computer Science, Computer Information Systems, or equivalent with 4-5 years of relevant experience in Windows and Linux server and network administration.

• Microsoft Certification Systems Engineer / MCSE preferred.

• Expertise in the build, configuration, installation and troubleshooting of Windows server Enterprise and Standard production environments is a must.

• Knowledge of HPE hardware (Proliant, rack servers, and tape library) and storage systems including NAS (Network Attached Storage), SAN (Storage Areas Network) and DAS (Direct Attached Storage) a must.

• Experience with server and storage hardware components troubleshooting, upgrades, and testing, is a must.

• Experience with data center networking, cabling, and best practices standards, is a must.

• Ability to work Onsite in Waltham, MA office.

• Experience administering, maintaining and supporting Active Directory, AD domains and terminal services a must.

• Experience performing firmware upgrades, OS upgrades, and hardware upgrades is a must.

• Knowledge of TCP/IP network protocols, including DHCP (Dynamic Host Configuration Protocol), DNS (Domain Name Systems), SMTP (Simple Mail Transfer Protocol) and VPN, is essential.

• Proficiency in PowerShell and BASH scripting is essential.

• Experience and knowledge regarding the capabilities and limitations of servers essential. Requires a big-picture understanding of the impact system changes have on the entire infrastructure.

• Experience with the following technologies is a plus: ARCServe Backup or equivalent enterprise backup software, knowledge of Cisco firewall, and F5 Load balancer

• Must be able to communicate effectively and work well in a team; able to handle independent responsibilities with minimal direction.

• Must possess exceptional written and verbal communication skills

• Domestic travel is required <10%. Local data center travel as required.

• Ability to lift and rack data center grade equipment up to 50 lbs.

Benefits:

A comprehensive benefits package that begins your first day of employment. Additional Information: Wolters Kluwer offers great benefits and programs to help meet your needs and balance your work and personal life, including Medical, Dental, & Vision Plans, 401(k), FSA/HSA, Commuter Benefits, Tuition Assistance Plan, Vacation and Sick Time, and Paid Parental Leave . Full details of our benefits are available - https://www.mywolterskluwerbenefits.com/index.html

Diversity Matters

Wolters Kluwer strives for an inclusive company culture in which we attract, develop, and retain diverse talent to achieve our strategy. As a global company, having a diverse workforce is of the utmost importance. We've been recognized by employees as a European Diversity Leader in the Financial Times, as one of Forbes America’s Best Employers for Diversity in 2022, 2021 and 2020 and as one of Forbes America’s Best Employers for Women in 2021, 2020, 2019 and 2018. In 2020, we placed third in the Female Board Index, and were recognized by the European Women on Boards Gender Diversity Index. Wolters Kluwer and all of our subsidiaries, divisions and customer/departments is an Equal Opportunity / Affirmative Action employer.

EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY Wolters Kluwer U. S. Corporation and all of its subsidiaries, divisions and customer/business units is an Equal Opportunity / Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status.