Senior Systems Administrator - Los Angeles, CA onsite ...

Senior Systems AdministratorLos Angeles, CA onsite day 1Contract This is infrastructure hardware support role people having experience in EMC Dell/ VMware etc. mentioned below. Not a development role, Nature and Scope of Job: The Senior Systems Administrator for MES is the technical expert responsible for managing the entire IT infrastructure stack that supports 24/7 manufacturing operations-from the physical hardware (Cisco UCS) and virtualization layer (VMware) to core network services (AD) and application delivery (Citrix). A critical component of this role is the design, implementation, and management of backup and disaster recovery solutions to guarantee data integrity and minimize downtime in a highly regulated environment. Primary Responsibilities:Backup & Disaster Recovery Management: • Design, implement, monitor, and manage enterprise backup solutions (e.g., Veeam, Commvault, Dell EMC Avamar) for all virtualized and physical servers supporting the MES environment. • Develop, test, and maintain disaster recovery (DR) plans and procedures to ensure data recoverability and business continuity objectives (RPO/RTO) are met for all critical MES data and systems. • Ensure data integrity and compliance with GxP regulations regarding data archival, retention policies, and audit trails. Infrastructure Management (VMware & Cisco UCS): Design, implement, and maintain highly available VMware vSphere infrastructure and Cisco UCS hardware to ensure optimal performance and scalability for MES applications. Core Services Administration (Windows Server & AD): Administer Windows Server OS, Active Directory (AD-DS), GPOs, DNS, and DHCP services, ensuring secure and compliant operations within the manufacturing domain. Application Delivery (Citrix): Manage the Citrix environment (Virtual Apps/Desktops) for secure and efficient delivery of the MES application to plant floor workstations and remote users. MES Support: Provide expert-level troubleshooting (Tier 3/4) for infrastructure issues impacting the MES platform, collaborating with application owners and vendors. Compliance and Documentation: Ensure all system changes and operations comply with regulatory standards (FDA, GxP). Maintain detailed technical documentation, including backup configurations, D/R plans, and Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs). Additional Responsibilities: Performs other related duties and assignments as required Qualifications: • Experience: 5+ years of experience in systems administration within a production/manufacturing environment. Prior experience supporting an MES (e.g., Siemens, Emerson) is highly desirable. • Backup Solutions: Expert knowledge of enterprise backup software (e.g., Veeam Backup & Replication, Dell EMC Avamar) and related storage targets (SAN, NAS, Cloud, e.g., Tintri, HP Storage). • VMware & Hardware: Deep knowledge of vSphere, ESXi, vCenter, and Cisco UCS hardware management. • Microsoft: Expert knowledge of Windows Server OS, Active Directory, GPO, DNS, and DHCP. • Citrix: Proficiency with Citrix Virtual Apps/Desktops and application virtualization technologies. • Network Fundamentals: Working knowledge of Cisco switches (Layer 2/3 configurations, VLAN management), Wireless Access Points, and basic Voice Gateway troubleshooting. Education & Certifications: • Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or Information Systems or related field.

Created: 2026-03-04