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Garmin Ltd.

Windows Systems Administrator 2

Garmin Ltd., Topeka, Kansas, United States

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Overview We are seeking a full-time

Windows Systems Administrator 2

in our Olathe, KS location. In this role, you will be responsible for efficiently managing technology through the use of tools and scripting along with organizing, leading, and coordinating with other parts of IT to ensure components of overall system are managed.

Essential Functions

Designs and develops complex, integrated solutions to meet business requirements or enhance performance of Garmin’s Windows server computing systems

Performs and evaluates costs analyses and vendor comparisons for small through large scale projects to ensure cost-effective and efficient operations and measures feasibility of various approaches and makes recommendations

Continuously develops technical subject matter expertise on established and emerging server, storage, email, file, and collaboration systems and other server-based technologies

Communicates effectively regarding system operations and environment changes

Adheres to SOX, PCI, and other regulatory requirements as dictated

Understands and avoids capacity, redundancy, and health constraints of server, storage, email, file, and collaboration systems

Ensures that all security requirements are met or exceeded, and appropriate levels of security access is monitored

Demonstrates proficient use and knowledge of standards and procedures

Serves as a mentor to less experienced IT Administrators (Administrator 1)

Provides reliable solutions to a variety of problems using sound problem solving techniques including performing root cause analysis and identification of corrective action for given problems

Performs and plans minor version upgrades and coordinates cross team non-project changes

Makes recommendations for component level improvements and identifies interdependencies in system and application components

Organizes and leads meetings with users of IT systems and participates in roadmap planning for systems or applications

Provides 24x7 on-call support

Basic Qualifications

Bachelor’s Degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Management Information Systems, Business or another technology related field

AND

a minimum of 2 years relevant experience

OR

an equivalent combination of education and experience

Excellent academics (cumulative GPA greater than or equal to 3.0 as a general rule)

Ability to author and implement basic scripting and coding to automate technical needs such as moving files, backups, creating configurations, or other tasks

Demonstrates ability to solve moderately complex technical problems independently

Demonstrates experience in successful implementation of technology solutions

Demonstrates quality and effectiveness in work documentation and organization

Desired Qualifications

Outstanding academics (cumulative GPA greater than or equal to 3.5)

Garmin International is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, citizenship, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, veteran’s status, age or disability

This position is eligible for Garmin's benefit program. Details can be found here: Garmin Benefits

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