Merged forces, Castle Metals and Banner Industries, a global leader in the metals distribution space, isseeking a Network Administrator to join the Oak Brook team Carol Stream team.

PURPOSE:

This position is responsible for daily administration of Active Directory, Office 365, Windows server, Windows 10 desktops/Laptops, and User support for level 2 escalations. Assists in maintaining Cisco switches, SD-WAN, VMware virtualization and day-to-day operations of LAN and WAN.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES (performs other duties as assigned):

• Provide support for business level systems, including Microsoft Windows Server, Workstation, Active Directory, Virtualization, SD WAN, Cisco switches.
• Maintain, and monitor Active Directory environment, including configuration and troubleshooting.
• Create and configure Group policy to manage server, workstation and end user desktops.
• Administer and maintain end user accounts, permissions, and access rights.
• Lead and manage desktop deployments using SCCM to workstation and laptop environments.
• Assist in package creation, software deployment, windows patching using enterprise deployment systems.
• Assist in managing Office 365 email environment, including new user creation and licensing.
• Install, maintain computer network equipment, including servers, workstations, 3^rd party software.
• Manage virtual machines, including VMware ESX Hosts.
• Upgrade systems by working with vendors, developing, testing, evaluating, and installation.
• Install, configure and maintain network cabling and other networking equipment including routers, switches, and UPS.
• Lead and manage small scale projects, related to Windows desktops and Windows Servers.
• Monitor network to ensure optimal performance, troubleshoot system problems.
• Manage backup environment, including software, hardware, backup jobs and restores.
• Assist with maintenance of Unified Communications, VOIP phone system and related equipment.
• Provide level 2 network support to end users.
• Create technical support documentation for systems and applications.
• Order software, hardware and other supplies as required.
• Participate in on-call rotation including off-hours and weekends. Some after-hours work will be required.
• Perform other related duties as assigned.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• Two years of networking experience or a combination of education and experience.
• Operational knowledge of network and routing protocols, DHCP, DNS.
• Operational knowledge of Active directory, Windows server and Windows client.
• Operational knowledge of Cisco switch configuration.
• Ability to install software and hardware on networking equipment and perform upgrades.
• Ability to troubleshoot and perform routine maintenance on servers, computers and peripheral equipment.
• Experience with Microsoft Office Suite, Visio, and Project.
• Monitoring, reporting, and alerting using industry standard tools and dashboards.
• Excellent communication skills including the ability to write operational procedures and documentation.
• Attention to detail and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to work with all levels of users and management within an organization.
• Ability and desire to work as a member of a team.
• Must be able to prioritize tasks and meet deadlines.
• Broad IT knowledge in areas of systems management and risk management

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS & WORKING CONDITIONS:

• General office environment (keyboard, mouse, telephone use)
• Manual dexterity (grasp, hand/wrist movement)

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Company Overview: Founded in 1890, A. M. Castle & Co. is a global distributor of specialty metal and plastic products and supply chain services, principally serving the producer durable equipment, oil and gas, commercial aircraft, heavy equipment, industrial goods, construction equipment, retail, marine and automotive sectors of the global economy. Its customer base includes many Fortune 500 companies as well as thousands of medium and smaller-sized firms spread across a variety of industries. Within its metals business, it specializes in the distribution of alloy and stainless steels; nickel alloys; aluminum and carbon. Together, Castle operates service centers located throughout North America, Europe and Asia.