Description

We’d love to have you join our team as a IT Server Manager in our Covington, Louisiana office.

Company Overview:

Ampirical has been committed to improving and strengthening the power grid since the company’s inception. Just as an ampere is the base unit for electric current, Ampirical takes pride in being on the leading edge of innovation and technology, allowing our industry to flow forward in a positive direction.

We show gratitude for our customers and uplift our team members who make it all happen. We embrace challenging - yet rewarding - work, and we invest in our people every step along the way.

Working at Ampirical is a career, not just a job. Please enjoy this video (https://youtu.be/ilneslhRWWY) about our culture.

Job Summary

As an IT Server Manager at Ampirical, you will oversee and manage the server infrastructure to ensure high levels of availability, security, and performance. You will be responsible for leading the server team, managing server operations, and contributing to strategic planning for IT infrastructure growth and improvement. The ideal candidate is a proactive leader with strong technical skills and a passion for innovation in server management.

What we Offer:

We offer a highly competitive compensation & benefits package for all full-time employees. You can review all of the details of our benefits package here (https://ampirical.com/careers/benefits/) . Below are some highlights.

• Medical, Dental, and Vision effective your 1 st day of employment

• 401(k) with company match (immediate vesting)

• 120 hours (about 15 days) of paid time off (PTO)

• 10 paid holiday days

• Flexible work schedule (every other Friday off)

• Opportunity for advancement and career growth

• Employer-sponsored Life Insurance, short-term and long-term Disability Insurance

• Gym Membership Stipend

• Tuition Reimbursement

• Wellness Program

• Pet Insurance

Key Responsibilities

• Server Operations

• Manage and monitor all installed systems and infrastructure.

• Ensure the highest levels of systems and infrastructure availability.

• Perform regular updates and patch management to ensure server security and integrity.

• Troubleshoot and resolve server issues in a timely manner.

• Develop and maintain documentation of server configurations, processes, and procedures.

• Leadership and Team Management

• Lead a team, fostering a collaborative and high-performing work environment.

• Set team goals and objectives and provide regular feedback and performance reviews.

• Develop training programs and initiatives to enhance the skills and knowledge of the server team.

Strategic Planning

• Assess current and future server infrastructure needs and make recommendations for enhancements and upgrades.

• Plan and execute server infrastructure projects, ensuring they are completed on time and within budget.

• Collaborate with other IT and business units to align server operations with business objectives.

Security and Compliance

• Implement and manage server security measures to protect against unauthorized access, breaches, and other vulnerabilities.

• Ensure compliance with all applicable laws, regulations, and company policies.

• Conduct regular security audits and assessments to identify and mitigate risks.

Other tasks

• In addition to managing the server infrastructure you will assist the team with various applications such as EDR, Phishing training software, etc.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in server management or a similar role.

• Strong technical skills in server hardware and software

• Strong technical skills with Virtualization

• Strong technical skills with cloud technologies

• Proficiency in scripting and automation tools (e.g., PowerShell, Python).

• Excellent leadership, communication, and problem-solving skills.