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Senior System Administrator

AT Spectrum
Spectrum

Senior System Administrator

Charlotte, NC

Company Overview

Spectrum's Product and Technology team creates, develops, and operates the nation's fastest mobile service, most reliable internet service, most viewed live TV app, and the most advanced WiFi, serving nearly 100 million users and 500 million devices. We are transforming the next era of connectivity and entertainment experiences. The diversity of experience available within Spectrum's Product and Technology team is unmatched and there are opportunities to grow your career as a designer, architect, engineer, developer, operator, or data scientist. We are creative, disciplined, hard-working, complex-problem solvers that believe in collaborating to deliver the highest quality customer experience.

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As a Senior System Administrator, you will deploy the release of new technologies as well as designs, installs, configures, maintains and performs system integration testing of PC/server operating systems, related utilities and hardware. Assists with assigning staff to various projects, directs their activities, and evaluates their work. Administers applications supporting all Charter divisions.

WHAT OUR SENIOR SYSTEM ADMINISTRATORS ENJOY MOST

  • Support file transfer platform application patching, upgrades and maintenance on Linux and Windows servers.
  • Administration and governance of file transfer accounts, account security and account details.
  • Work as Tier 1, Tier 2, and 3 supporting the creation of data movement solutions, application integration, and data security.
  • Troubleshoot client connection issues, file transfer failures and data movement issue.
  • Support continuous platform security hardening and standardization efforts for file transfer/data movement platform along with secured data storage.

WHAT YOU'LL BRING TO SPECTRUM

Required Qualifications

  • Experience:
    • Related IT work experience - 8+ years
  • Education, Certification & Licenses:
    • BA/BS in Information Technology, Computer Science, or related field or equivalent work experience
  • Technical skills:
    • Must be proficient in MS Office
    • Demonstrated communication skills and the ability to work well with all levels of business users in a professional manner
    • Expert level knowledge around system administration tasks and ability to provide recommendations around approach to leverage resources
    • Strong foundation in both Linux and Windows server OS administration.
    • In depth understanding of file transfer protocols SFTP, HTTPS, FTPS, and AS2.
    • Platform integration, data processing and automation leveraging data transfer protocols, other tools and API based calls.
    • Experience managing hosted file transfer services, Managed File Transfer (MFT) platforms such as Cleo, GoAnywhere, Ipswich, Moveit, and Axway.
    • Experience with file transfer clients, FileZilla, WinSCP and Linux command line and PowerShell.
    • Understanding of file share protocols SMB/CIFS and NFS.
    • Understanding of S3 and Cloud technologies.
    • General file server and or NAS administration.
    • Internet Protocol, (IP) ports and network concepts to include Firewalls, routing, switching.
    • Load balancers and load balancing concepts.
    • Understanding of SSL/TLS and SSH certificate, public/private key pair use and certificate authorities.
    • Understanding of SSL/TLS and SSH security ciphers.
    • Bash Shell, PowerShell and Java scripting (other scripting/coding languages are a plus). Internet Protocol (IP) ports and network concepts to include Firewalls, routing, switching and load balancers.
    • Experience with virtualization and container technologies.
    • Understanding of authentication services such as Active Directory, and protocols such as LDAP and SAML.
  • Abilities
    • Ability to read, write, speak and understand English
    • Ability to lead other staff doing similar work in the department
    • Ability to offer training and instruction and helps to set the work pace within the department
    • Ability to lift 40 lbs
    • Ability to sit and stand for extended periods of time
    • Ability to perform after hours tasks
  • Travel Ability:
    • Office Environment
  • Schedule:
    • Full time
    • This position is eligible to work in a hybrid work model (combination of in-office and remote days)

Preferred Qaulifications:

  • Basic Oracle and or SQL database administration.

SPECTRUM CONNECTS YOU TO MORE

  • Innovative Tools & Tech: Work with high-performing software and applications on the forefront of the digital telecommunications industry
  • Dynamic Growth: The growth of our industry and evolving technology will power your career as you move up or around the company
  • Supportive Teams: Who you are matters here. And, we aim to foster an inclusive workplace where every person is empowered to bring their best ideas.
  • Total Rewards: See all the ways we invest in you-at work and in life

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IDB349 2024-38366 2024

Here, employees don't just have jobs, they build careers. That's why we believe in offering a comprehensive pay and benefits package that rewards employees for their contributions to our success, supports all aspects of their well-being, and delivers real value at every stage of life.

A qualified applicant's criminal history, if any, will be considered in a manner consistent with applicable laws, including local ordinances.

Get to Know Us Charter Communications is known in the United States by our Spectrum brands, including: Spectrum Internet®, TV, Mobile and Voice, Spectrum Networks, Spectrum Enterprise and Spectrum Reach. When you join us, you're joining a strong community of more than 100,000 individuals working together to serve nearly 32 million customers in 41 states and keep them connected to what matters most. Watch this video to learn more.

Who You Are Matters Here We're committed to growing a workforce that reflects our communities, and providing equal opportunities for employment and advancement. EOE, including disability/vets. Learn about our inclusive culture.

Client-provided location(s): Charlotte, NC, USA
Job ID: spectrum-2024-38366
Employment Type: Other

Perks and Benefits

  • Health and Wellness

    • Health Insurance
    • Dental Insurance
    • Vision Insurance
    • Life Insurance
    • Short-Term Disability
    • Health Reimbursement Account
    • Long-Term Disability
    • FSA
    • HSA With Employer Contribution
    • On-Site Gym
    • Mental Health Benefits
  • Parental Benefits

    • Fertility Benefits
    • Adoption Assistance Program
    • Birth Parent or Maternity Leave
    • Non-Birth Parent or Paternity Leave
    • Family Support Resources
  • Work Flexibility

    • Hybrid Work Opportunities
  • Office Life and Perks

    • Commuter Benefits Program
    • On-Site Cafeteria
    • Holiday Events
  • Vacation and Time Off

    • Paid Vacation
    • Personal/Sick Days
    • Leave of Absence
    • Paid Holidays
  • Financial and Retirement

    • 401(K) With Company Matching
    • Performance Bonus
    • Financial Counseling
    • Relocation Assistance
    • Company Equity
  • Professional Development

    • Tuition Reimbursement
    • Internship Program
    • Leadership Training Program
    • Associate or Rotational Training Program
    • Promote From Within
    • Mentor Program
    • Access to Online Courses
    • Lunch and Learns
  • Diversity and Inclusion

    • Employee Resource Groups (ERG)
    • Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Program

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