Technical Systems Manager

About ICE Consulting: We are a privately owned leading Managed IT Services company (Managed Service Provider). Since 1997 we have specialized in providing managed IT services and managed security services for our clients. which are made up of small to medium-sized enterprises. We are looking for highly passionate individuals to join our team to help and drive the growth and success of our company. What we are looking for: The ideal candidate for the Systems Technical Team Manager position is seasoned professional with a strong proven technical background, extensive experience managing and leading a team, and experience working for a professional services organization that provides managed services to a diverse group of clients within varying technical environments. Experience heading a division within an organization that is made up of Systems Engineers and Administrators as well as other technical support staff is strongly preferred. About this position: This position will be based out of our corporate headquarters in Milpitas, CA, and its primary responsibilities fall into three categories: Systems Team Management Administrative Compliance Hands-on Technical Responsibilities You will work directly with members of ICE Consulting’s leadership team, other management and supervisory team members, our clients to determine each client’s needs, establish deliverables and timelines for your team, and ensure your timely and accurate completion of such deliverables. You should have a level of technical knowledge and experience that enables you to oversee our company’s hardware, software, and computer networks while also monitoring network infrastructure and resolving system issues as they arise. Major keys to success in this position will be leadership ability, technical knowledge, time management skills, organization, and the ability to work on multiple projects at once. Additional responsibilities: Major technical knowledge fields: System Infrastructure Architecture AWS Infrastructure Systems security Virtualization Windows servers & services Linux servers & services Active Directory Email systems Identity Management Systems Okta SSO & MFA Storage Backups Disaster Recovery Mobile Device Management (MDM) Major management responsibilities: Performance Assessment Compliance Audits Employee Relations Training/Coaching Responsible for providing services to clients within SLA Tracking of Billable Hours Managing systems team in USA and Asia office Maintain and optimize local company networks and servers. Oversee data backup and system security operations (e.g. – user authorization, firewalls, etc.) Manage installations, upgrades, and configurations of hardware and software Manage and assign team schedule Assess system performance and recommend improvements Resolve issues escalated by your technical team members Ensure data is handled, transferred, and/or processed according to legal and company guidelines Provide support and guidance to stakeholders via help desk Control costs and budgets related to IT systems Manage contracts with vendors (e.g. – development platforms, telecommunication companies, password managers, etc.) and software licenses Manage information technology and computer systems Plan, organize, control, and evaluate IT and electronic data operations Manage IT staff by recruiting, training, and coaching employees, communicating job expectations, and appraising their performance Design, develop, implement, and coordinate systems, policies, and procedures Ensure security of data, network access, and backup systems Identify problematic areas and implement strategic solutions in a timely manner Conduct regular audits of Systems Team practices to ensure efficiency Requirements Minimum of three years managing a team Experience with systems design, installation, configuration, and analysis Thorough knowledge of networks and cloud computing Extensive experience and knowledge of Active Directory, DHCP, DNS services Extensive experience and knowledge of installing, configuring, and maintaining VMWare infrastructure Extensive experience and knowledge of configuration and maintenance of enterprise storage such as NetApp or alike Extensive experience and knowledge of installing, configuring, and maintaining Veeam backup software In-depth knowledge and experience of installing and managing Linux systems and network. A full understanding of Microsoft 365 and G Suite administration and experience supporting complex environments. In-depth knowledge related to the Office 365 applications and features including Azure Directory Experience with SSO/MFA integration between Office 365, G Suite, Box, and other major cloud service providers Experience with MDM solution such as Workspace One is a plus Windows Power-shell experience related to Microsoft Azure, Office 365, and Exchange Server Experience implementing and supporting Office 365 in medium-sized environments Strong knowledge related to email security and security practices in general Experience of supporting systems on AWS and AWS backup Outstanding communication skills Problem-solving aptitude Strong attention to detail BS/BA in Computer Science, IT, or relevant field Expertise in data center management and data governance Hands-on experience with computer networks, network administration, and network installation Excellent knowledge of technical management, information analysis, and computer hardware/software systems Benefits 401(k) with company match Paid holidays Health Care Plan (Medical, Dental, & Vision) Retirement Plan (401k, IRA) Paid Vacation Time Training & Development Work-From-Home Option Wellness Resources