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At Motorola Solutions, we create technologies our customers refer to as their lifeline. Our technology platforms in communications, software, video and services help our customers work safely and more efficiently. Whether it’s helping firefighters see through smoke, enabling police officers to see around street corners, or reliably keeping the lights on in homes and businesses around the world, our work supports those who put their lives on the line to keep us safe. Bring your passion, potential and talents to Motorola Solutions, and help us usher in a new era in public safety and security.

Department OverviewOur Applied Technology organization puts some of Motorola Solutions' brightest minds on unique, highly challenging projects. Based on decades of experience with our customers, we apply leading-edge technologies to support security and safety throughout the world. We engineer our products from start to finish and manufacture them in-house. We're known for low volume and high capability with focused specialization in areas including software-defined radios, advanced antenna solutions, artificial intelligence and machine learning, cybersecurity, signals intelligence and more. We can't tell you much more about what we do, but we can tell you it's amazing.
Job Description

The Windows System Administrator ensures the stability, integrity, and efficient operation of Applied Technology’s information systems that support core organizational functions.This experienced role will be responsible for the design and implementation of Windows servers/desktops, domains, and enterprise solutions. Applicants should have a strong background in installing, configuring, and maintaining enterprise based storage solutions with Windows based systems This person will be responsible for supporting internal engineering teams and working with external solution partners to develop and maintain solutions that relate to business needs. To effectively perform these duties with Applied Technology you will be expected to conform to existing IT process methodologies and best practices.

Desired Skills

• Strong background in installing, configuring, and maintaining enterprise based Windows systems and enterprise solutions. This role will be the Windows Administrator in charge of Windows enterprise systems in a multi network environment

• Experience managing Windows Server OS and domain architecture including, but not limited to, Active Directory, Exchange management, GPOs, Policies, and permissions

• Strong Experience with scripting languages needed for day-to-day management of systems (Powershell, Batch, VB). The ability to automate day to day tasks through scripting is required

• Ability to perform regular system maintenance to maintain smooth operation of computer/server systems, including coordination with other system engineers, management, and end users. Ensure necessary administration tasks are completed; direct others as necessary.

• Ability to make recommendations to purchase hardware, software, and system components.

• Ability to Interact, meet, discuss, and troubleshoot issues with vendors; evaluate vendor products, services, and suggestions.

• Ability to learn and architect new technologies into existing infrastructure as they are introduced

• Ability to proactively provide written documentation to system process and designs

• Ability to maintain security audit and logging information on all networks and standalone computers as directed by the Information Systems Security Manager / Officer (ISSM/ISSO).

• Experience with the following systems are a plus:

  • VMware ESXI 

  • Citrix XenDesktop / VMware Horizon

  • Microsoft Exchange

  • Active Directory Certificate Administration

  • Microsoft Deployment Toolkit

  • System Center Configuration Manager or other enterprise software deployment tool

  • Symantec Endpoint Protection or other enterprise antivirus software

  • Tenable Nessus

  • Engineering Tool License Administrations (FLEXLM)

  • Enterprise Backup systems (Commvault / NetBackup / Veeam)

Basic Requirements

• Must be a U.S. Citizen with the ability to obtain necessary security clearance as required by government contract. Some contracts may have higher-level clearance requirements.

• Bachelor’s Degree in Information Technology, Computer Science, or other related studies.

• 3+ years of hands on experience in a Windows Desktop/Server environment (Windows 7, 10, 2008R2, 2012 2016, 2019)

• 3+ years managing a Microsoft Active Directory Domain

• 3+ years hands on experience with Microsoft Exchange 2013/2016

• Knowledge of SAN Storage systems

• Knowledge of authentication protocols and techniques (LDAPS/SAML/Kerberos/etc)

• Strong oral and written communication skills

• Highly disciplined person with very good troubleshooting and analytical skills

• Ability to organize, prioritize, multi-task, and meet deadlines with a can-do attitude

• Ability to interface with customers and internal teams effectively

• Ability to lift equipment weighing up to 40 pounds

Travel RequirementsNone
Relocation ProvidedNone
Position TypeExperienced
Referral Payment PlanYes

EEO Statement

Motorola Solutions is an Equal Opportunity Employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran's status, or, any other protected characteristic.