We pride ourselves on our employees and meticulous facilities. When you work at RL Hudson, you’re a part of something great. We are a rapidly growing, family owned company that specializes in solving problems and increasing value for our customers. Many of the world’s most sophisticated manufacturing companies rely on RL Hudson for a wide range of components, including molded rubber, molded plastic, formed hoses, sealing devices and custom assemblies. These large OEMs turn to RL Hudson when they need innovative design solutions, excellent service, reliable quality and delivery at a great value. We are constantly looking for talented individuals to join our team. Let’s explore the possibilities together.
This role provides technical leadership for the server, storage and network infrastructure by designing, implementing, and managing IT systems in a virtualized (VMWare) and cloud environment. Server management includes SQL database administration. Secondary responsibilities include occasional backup support for desktop issues.
1. Server and SQL database Administration: Deploy, maintain, monitor and troubleshoot host servers in virtual environment (VMWare), VM servers and physical Windows servers; manage Active Directory and Azure AD (Entra). Manage and maintain Microsoft SQL Servers by following best practices. Optimize database performance and troubleshoot issues.
2. Microsoft 365: Manage and monitor Business Premium Microsoft 365 environment including Exchange Online, SharePoint, Teams, OneDrive, Defender. Troubleshoot and resolve issues.
3. Network: Monitor, troubleshoot and recommend improvements for network switches, wireless controllers and access points, and other infrastructure related backbone equipment. Maintain network performance by conducting network monitoring, analysis, and performance tuning. Manage and configure the firewall by setting up firewall rules, monitoring traffic, and ensuring that the firewall is correctly integrated into the network.
4. Data Storage: Manage, monitor and configure data storage, including on-premise SAN and Azure cloud.
5. Backup/Recovery: Manage, document and test data backup and recovery system. Work with the Business Continuity team to conduct annual disaster recovery testing.
6. Patching: Administer and recommend improvements for security patch and vulnerability management systems, procedures and processes.
7. Security: Participate in the investigation and resolution of cybersecurity events/incidents, participate in vulnerability assessments and security audits, recommend and implement remediations and stay up to date with evolving security threats
8. As secondary support to the Desktop Technician, troubleshoot and resolve user desktop and peripheral device issues.
9. Keep current with the latest technologies.
10. Other duties as assigned.
Knowledge and Skill
• Strong knowledge of VMWare virtualization architecture, Storage Area Network (SAN) technologies, Azure cloud platform, Ruckus and Cisco switches and wireless controllers.
• Strong knowledge of Microsoft SQL database administration best practices and troubleshooting skills.
• Thorough understanding of Azure Active Directory (Entra), M365, and Active Directory.
• Familiarity with security patching and vulnerability management tools.
• Strong knowledge of Windows server operating systems 2012R2 to 2022.
• Ability to work effectively in a team environment and have a customer service-oriented attitude.
• Excellent communication skills.
• Bachelor’s degree in computer science, related degree or equivalent experience.
• Strong troubleshooting experience.
• Experience with backup management systems and disaster recovery planning.
• Data warehouse and Power BI report writing experience a plus.
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:
Occasional (1-33%) Frequent (34-66%) Constant (67-100%)
FREQUENCY
Climbing: Body agility is emphasized for ascending or descending ladders, stairs, ramps, and the like by using feet, legs, hands or arms. Occasional
Stooping: Bending the body downward and forward at the waist, requiring full use of the lower extremities and back muscles. Frequent
Kneeling: Bending legs to come to a rest on the knee(s). Frequent
Balancing: Maintaining body equilibrium to prevent falling when walking, standing, or crouching on narrow, slippery, or erratically moving surfaces. Occasional
Reaching: Extending hand(s) and arm(s) in any direction. Frequent
Carrying: Transporting an object, usually holding it in the hands or arms or on the shoulder. (Maximum weight of the object(s) 30 pounds) Frequent
Pushing: Using the upper extremities to exert force upon an object so that the object moves away from the force. (Maximum weight of the object(s) 30 pounds) Occasional
Pulling: Using the upper extremities to exert force upon an object so that the object moves toward the force. (Maximum weight of the object(s) 30 pounds) Occasional
Sitting: Remaining in the normal seated position. Frequent
Standing: Remaining on one’s feet in an upright position without moving about, particularly for sustained periods of time. Occasional
Walking: Moving about on foot to accomplish tasks. Frequent
Lifting: Raising objects from a lower to a higher position or moving objects horizontally. (Maximum weight of the object(s) 30 pounds) Occasional
Grasping: Applying pressure to an object with the fingers and/or palm. Frequent
Repetitive Motions: Substantial movements (motions) of the wrists, hands, and/or fingers for the purpose of picking up items, typing, operating ten-key or performing data entry. Frequent
Talking: Expressing or exchanging instructions and ideas by means of the spoken word. Frequent
Hearing: Ability to receive oral information and/or sounds through the ear. Frequent
Seeing: Obtaining impressions through the eyes of the distance, size, shape, motion, color, or other characteristics of objects. The major visual functions are:
1. Acuity (far and near) Constant
2. Depth perception (perceiving distances) Constant
3. Color vision (distinguishing between different colors) Constant
4. Field of vision (seeing a wide range of objects at the same time). Constant
The worker is not substantially exposed to adverse environmental conditions (typical office/administrative work).
