Server Systems Administrator

Mesquite ISD

• Compensation Plans Information Technology Compensation Plan Salary Range: Pay Grade 4 - $59,109 - $83,602 Shift Type: Full-Time Wage/Hour Status: Non
• Exempt Reports To: Network Operation Supervisor EMPLOYMENT BEGINS: As soon as possible PRIMARY PURPOSE:
• Integration and management of Apple and Google devices, servers, and enterprise network storage.

QUALIFICATIONS

Education/Certification:

• High School Diploma or GED
• Valid Texas driver's license
• Preference for applicants with Jamf Pro Certifications
• Preference for applicants with Apple IT Certifications
• Preference for applicants with Google Workspace Certifications
• Preference for applicants with Linux/Unix/Ubuntu Certifications Special Knowledge/Skills:
• Linux/Unix/Ubuntu in an enterprise server environment
• Jamf Pro MDM automation and engineering
• SQL/MySQL database administration
• Windows Server and Hyper-V services
• Google Workspace MDM endpoint management and security
• Enterprise SAN hardware and software
• Apple macOS/iOS software and hardware
• Google Chrome OS software and hardware
• Manage contractors and consultants on a per-project basis
• Maintain accurate documentation and coordinate project activity Experience:
• Apple Script, Unix bash/shell scripting, Python, SQL/MySQL DB integration and administration
• In-depth knowledge of Apple and Google device hardware, as well as Server hardware including RAID configurations
• Linux integrations with Jamf Pro Server
• High-level troubleshooting skills related to iOS, macOS, Linux, Unix, Windows Server, and Chrome OS
• Working knowledge of enterprise SAN integrations in an Active Directory environment
• Active Directory integrations with Apple devices
• In-depth knowledge of Google Cloud Directory Sync services
• High level understanding of application management and policy-based inheritance MAJOR RESPONSIBILITIES AND DUTIES:
• Managing large technical projects
• Troubleshooting Apple/Chrome devices in a large enterprise environment
• Implementing new technology and overcoming the associated challenges
• Working with vendors and outside consultants on highly technical issues
• Work with Instructional Coaches on new software rollouts, including packaging, testing and deployment
• Highest level troubleshooting for macOS/iOS/ChromeOS
• Manage the district's MDM implementation for macOS/iOS/ChromeOS
• devices. This includes OS behavior, lockdown, security, and making devices user friendly to allow teachers more instruction time
• Manage Google OAuth and API access for third party applications
• Manage curated whitelist of Google Apps/Extensions/Workspace apps
• Retrieve end user data/reports for disciplinary investigation/FOIA requests
• Engineer new solutions for problems related to deployment of software, or OS issues
• Manage contractors and consultants as needed
• Perform other duties as assigned SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES:
• None WORKING CONDITIONS: Mental Demands:
• Ability to work in a high-pressure environment while maintaining a high degree of professionalism
• Strong ability to multitask
• Ability to work a flexible schedule as needed, including occasional prolonged and irregular hours
• Able to solve complex problems with tight deadlines
• Communicating well in both oral and written form, and complying with timelines Physical demands/environmental factors:
• Reaching with hands and arms and frequently repeating the same hand, arm, or finger motion
• Ability to sit for prolonged periods of time
• Ability to lift 60 pounds
• Seeing close work such as typed or handwritten material
• The foregoing statements describe the general purpose and responsibilities assigned to this job and are not an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills that may be required.