System Administrator

Job Description Overview:  The System Administrator is a critical role within the IT department, responsible for managing and maintaining the organization's IT infrastructure. This role ensures the stability, integrity, and efficient operation of the information systems that support core organizational functions. The System Administrator will manage and support antivirus solutions, Active Directory (AD), email systems, web services, backups, disaster recovery (DR), storage solutions, and system health monitoring.  Essential Duties and Responsibilities:    

• Oversee the day-to-day operation of computer networks including hardware/software support, training, and special projects.
• Manage the installation, configuration, and maintenance of the organization's IT infrastructure.
• Deploy, manage, and maintain enterprise antivirus solutions.
• Ensure all systems are protected and up-to-date with the latest antivirus definitions.
• Administer and maintain AD infrastructure, including user and group management, group policies, and AD health monitoring.
• Implement and manage security policies and permissions within the AD environment.
• Manage and maintain corporate email systems, ensuring reliability and security.
• Troubleshoot email-related issues and optimize email performance.
• Oversee the deployment, configuration, and maintenance of web servers and related services.
• Ensure the availability, security, and performance of web applications.
• Implement and manage backup solutions, ensuring data integrity and availability.
• Develop and maintain disaster recovery plans and conduct regular tests to ensure preparedness.
• Manage storage infrastructure, ensuring adequate capacity and performance.
• Monitor storage usage and implement solutions to optimize storage efficiency.
• Implement and utilize monitoring tools to track system performance and health.
• Respond to and resolve system alerts and performance issues promptly.
• Maintain accurate documentation of system configurations, processes, and procedures.
• Generate and analyze system performance reports to identify areas for improvement.
• Ensure compliance with organizational security policies and procedures.
• Implement security measures to protect IT infrastructure from cyber threats.
• Provide advanced technical support and troubleshooting for IT-related issues.
• Mentor and provide guidance to junior IT staff.
• Cooperate with HQ IT for IT infrastructure-related projects.

Knowledge and Skills:   

• Intermediate or fluent proficiency in Mandarin required.
• Proficient in Windows and Linux operating systems. 
• Extensive experience with Active Directory administration.
• Strong knowledge of enterprise antivirus solutions.
• Expertise in managing email systems (e.g., Microsoft Exchange, Office 365).
• Experience with web server technologies (e.g., IIS, Apache).
• Solid understanding of backup solutions and disaster recovery planning.
• Knowledge of storage systems (e.g., SAN, NAS).
• Proficiency in system health monitoring tools (e.g., Nagios, SolarWinds).
• Excellent problem-solving and analytical skills.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Detail-oriented with a strong focus on accuracy and quality.

Required Qualifications:  Years of Education    

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field.

Work Experience     

•  3+ years of experience in IT infrastructure management, systems administration (including backup solutions, disaster recovery), and network management.

Preferred Qualifications:     

• Microsoft Certified: Azure Administrator Associate or similar. 
• CompTIA Security+ or equivalent. 
• VMware Certified Professional (VCP) or similar. 
• Certified Information Systems Security Professional (CISSP). 

Working Conditions:     

• Office Only: Typically works in an office environment
• On-Call Support & Meetings: Occasional after-hours on-call support is required to resolve server issues, with weekly coordination and meetings with the global HQ IT team.
• Requires sitting, operating a computer keyboard, telephone and other office equipment for extended periods of time 
• Some physical tasks, including heavy lifting, installing and transporting IT hardware.
• Additional physical tasks may include moving or setting up IT equipment and working in server rooms or data centers as needed.
• Some travel up to 10%.

 $90,000– $140,000 annually is the estimated pay range for this role working in Fremont, California office. The final amount will be determined based on qualifications & experience of the candidate relative to the role. Our employee comprehensive benefits include bonuses, medical, dental, vision, life insurance, AD&D insurance, Paid Time Off, EAP, & 401(k).

ASUS is an equal employment opportunity employer. The Company makes employment decisions without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender, pregnancy/ breastfeeding, medical conditions related to pregnancy or childbirth, sexual orientation, age, national origin or ancestry, physical or mental disability, medical condition, genetic information, military and veteran status, marital status, as well as any other characteristic protected by law, regulation or local ordinance, and strives to comply with all applicable laws on the subject. These employment decisions extend to hiring, placement, promotion, transfer, demotion, layoff, termination, recruitment, pay and other forms of compensation, training and other terms and conditions of employment.