job summary: JOB FUNCTION AND SCOPE Manage the company's complex server and desktop infrastructure, as directed by the corporate IT. Responsible for daily server and backup management, hardware and software, printers, end-user support, hotline, budget preparations and correspondence ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES Hardware (10%) Research, evaluate, test, and recommend hardware and data network solutions with guidance from corporate IT. Monitor and maintain Servers and Desktop/Laptop Systems taking corrective action as required. Implement and support complex PCs and LAN networks throughout the organization. Follow the Corporate Geberit IT rules and Guidelines Software (10%) Research, evaluate, test, and recommend server and desktop software with guidance from corporate IT. Manage the company's data backup plan of servers and essential desktop systems per corporate backup plan. Support (50%) Interfaces with users, consultants, technical teams, and vendors in determining the most appropriate type of hardware/software solutions within corporate IT guidelines. Support Office365 and Outlook email clients. Assist Users with SAP issues. Projects and Implementations (20%) Develop project plans and manage using project management tools to ensure project is on schedule and report project status. Work with Team Lead to develop annual capital and expense budget plans for the acquisition and maintenance of server/pc hardware, network hardware, and server/pc software. Work with vendors for the pricing and purchase of server/pc hardware, network hardware, and server/pc software. Assists with WAN/LAN support as needed. Manage companies cell phones, wireless connect cards, video conferencing, and contracts. All other duties as assigned (10%) QUALIFICATIONS To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. EDUCATION AND/OR EXPERIENCE Required: Bachelor of Science degree in computer science or MIS.Certification in the design, implementation, administration, and support of local area networks, Microsoft Servers, Active Directory, Endpoint Protection, and the administration of the Microsoft Office and Cloud Applications.3+ years' experience in network and PC troubleshooting and resolution. Preferred: Network Administrators may also be included who have gained job knowledge through training and experience. TRAINING Employee Orientation Legal Compliance Calendar LANGUAGE SKILLS Possesses ability to read, analyze, and interpret general business periodicals, professional journals, technical procedures, or governmental regulations.Must be able to write reports, business correspondence and procedure manuals.Must be able to communicate verbally and in writing with internal and external customers.Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from groups of managers, clients, internal and external customers.Ability to communicate with co-workers.Ability to check the accuracy of reports, forms, records and comparable data, where required.Must also be able to research and compare the accuracy of reports, forms, records of data.Must be able to make presentations orally and in writing. MATHEMATICAL SKILLS Uses higher level math skills associated with geometric shapes and not limited to addition, subtraction, multiplication and division of numbers, including decimals and fractions. REASONING ABILITIES Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out instructions furnished in written, oral, or diagram form.Ability to solve practical problems and deal with a variety of concrete variables in situations.Ability to interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram or schedule form. CERTIFICATES, LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS (preferred) Microsoft MCSA or higher.VCP - VMWare Certified ProfessionalCompTIA A+ location: DES PLAINES, Illinois job type: Permanent salary: $90,000 - 100,000 per year work hours: 8am to 4pm education: Bachelors responsibilities: JOB FUNCTION AND SCOPE Manage the company's complex server and desktop infrastructure, as directed by the corporate IT. Responsible for daily server and backup management, hardware and software, printers, end-user support, hotline, budget preparations and correspondence ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES Hardware (10%) Research, evaluate, test, and recommend hardware and data network solutions with guidance from corporate IT. Monitor and maintain Servers and Desktop/Laptop Systems taking corrective action as required. Implement and support complex PCs and LAN networks throughout the organization. Follow the Corporate Geberit IT rules and Guidelines Software (10%) Research, evaluate, test, and recommend server and desktop software with guidance from corporate IT. Manage the company's data backup plan of servers and essential desktop systems per corporate backup plan. Support (50%) Interfaces with users, consultants, technical teams, and vendors in determining the most appropriate type of hardware/software solutions within corporate IT guidelines. Support Office365 and Outlook email clients. Assist Users with SAP issues. Projects and Implementations (20%) Develop project plans and manage using project management tools to ensure project is on schedule and report project status. Work with Team Lead to develop annual capital and expense budget plans for the acquisition and maintenance of server/pc hardware, network hardware, and server/pc software. Work with vendors for the pricing and purchase of server/pc hardware, network hardware, and server/pc software. Assists with WAN/LAN support as needed. Manage companies cell phones, wireless connect cards, video conferencing, and contracts. All other duties as assigned (10%) QUALIFICATIONS To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. EDUCATION AND/OR EXPERIENCE Required: Bachelor of Science degree in computer science or MIS.Certification in the design, implementation, administration, and support of local area networks, Microsoft Servers, Active Directory, Endpoint Protection, and the administration of the Microsoft Office and Cloud Applications.3+ years' experience in network and PC troubleshooting and resolution. Preferred: Network Administrators may also be included who have gained job knowledge through training and experience. TRAINING Employee Orientation Legal Compliance Calendar LANGUAGE SKILLS Possesses ability to read, analyze, and interpret general business periodicals, professional journals, technical procedures, or governmental regulations.Must be able to write reports, business correspondence and procedure manuals.Must be able to communicate verbally and in writing with internal and external customers.Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from groups of managers, clients, internal and external customers.Ability to communicate with co-workers.Ability to check the accuracy of reports, forms, records and comparable data, where required.Must also be able to research and compare the accuracy of reports, forms, records of data.Must be able to make presentations orally and in writing. MATHEMATICAL SKILLS Uses higher level math skills associated with geometric shapes and not limited to addition, subtraction, multiplication and division of numbers, including decimals and fractions. REASONING ABILITIES Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out instructions furnished in written, oral, or diagram form.Ability to solve practical problems and deal with a variety of concrete variables in situations.Ability to interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram or schedule form. CERTIFICATES, LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS (preferred) Microsoft MCSA or higher.VCP - VMWare Certified ProfessionalCompTIA A+ qualifications: Experience level: ExperiencedMinimum 3 years of experienceEducation: Bachelors skills: Systems AnalysisSystems AnalysisDesktop SupportVMWARECompTIAA+ Equal Opportunity Employer: Race, Color, Religion, Sex, Sexual Orientation, Gender Identity, National Origin, Age, Genetic Information, Disability, Protected Veteran Status, or any other legally protected group status.At Randstad Digital, we welcome people of all abilities and want to ensure that our hiring and interview process meets the needs of all applicants. If you require a reasonable accommodation to make your application or interview experience a great one, please contact HRsupport@randstadusa.com. Pay offered to a successful candidate will be based on several factors including the candidate's education, work experience, work location, specific job duties, certifications, etc. In addition, Randstad Digital offers a comprehensive benefits package, including health, an incentive and recognition program, and 401K contribution (all benefits are based on eligibility). Applications accepted on ongoing basis until filled.