Senior IT Systems Administrator

Date: Nov 12, 2024

Location(s): Miami, FL, US, 33134

Company: NextEra Energy

Requisition ID: 83050

is America’s largest electric company, providing clean, affordable, and reliable electricity to more than 12 million people in Florida. We operate one of the cleanest power generation fleets in the U.S. and our reliability is among the best in the nation. Our goal is to achieve Real Zero carbon emissions from our operations by 2045 by expanding our solar capacity, increasing battery storage and bringing new renewable energy opportunities to Florida, while improving customer affordability and reliability. Are you interested in becoming a game-changer in the energy industry? Join our world-class team today!

Position Specific Description

We are looking for a highly skilled and experienced Senior System Administrator to join our dynamic IT team. Comprehensive understanding of Active Directory authentication technologies, administration, and standardization. Experience standardizing IT systems and processes to drive efficiency and consistency across an organization. We are looking for a candidate possessing experience with complex IT infrastructures, with an emphasis on maintaining system reliability, security, and performance with extensive experience in managing and administering virtualized environments, particularly on VMware, Linux, and Windows platforms both on-premises and Cloud.

Experience

• Minimum of 5-7 years of experience as an IT systems administration.

• Strong expertise in VMware administration, Linux, and Windows operating systems.

• Hands-on experience with Cloud services and management.

Technical Proficiency

• Comprehensive understanding of Active Directory authentication technologies, administration, and standardization.

• Proficiency in scripting languages (e.g., PowerShell, Bash, Python).

• Experience with backup/recovery solutions and security best practices.

Soft Skills

• Excellent problem-solving abilities and attention to detail.

• Strong communication and collaboration skills.

• Ability to work independently and in a team-oriented environment.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience in hybrid cloud environments.

• Familiarity with ITIL processes and methodologies.

• Strong documentation skills for creating procedural and technical documentation

Job Overview

This position installs, configures, and maintains computing infrastructure, operating systems, and middleware products on all computer platforms, including mainframes, workstations, and servers - including web servers - in support of 24-hour-per-day, seven-day-per-week business processes.

Job Duties & Responsibilities

• Evaluates, implements, and modifies operating system software parameters and product solutions for optimum performance

• Identifies integration and other interface requirements for all supported products and platforms

• Serves as a technical escalation point for technicians and customers

• Troubleshoots hardware, system and application issues

• Performs other job-related duties as assigned

Required Qualifications

• High School Grad / GED

• Bachelor’s or Equivalent Experience

• Experience: 4+ years

Preferred Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree

NextEra Energy offers a wide range of benefits to support our employees and their eligible family members. Clickto learn more.

Employee Group: Exempt

Employee Type: Full Time

Job Category: Information Technology

Organization: Florida Power & Light Company

Relocation Provided: Yes, if applicable

NextEra Energy is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Qualified applicants are considered for employment without regard to race, color, age, national origin, religion, marital status, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, genetics, disability, protected veteran status or any other basis prohibited by law. We are committed to a diverse and inclusive workplace.

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