DC & Cloud Administrator

Landis+Gyr is a leading global provider of integrated energy management solutions. We measure and analyze energy utilization to generate empowering analytics for smart grid and infrastructure management, enabling utilities and consumers to reduce energy consumption. Our innovative and proven portfolio of software, services and intelligent sensor technology is a key driver to decarbonize the grid. Having avoided more than 9 million tons of CO2 in FY 2021 and committed to achieve carbon neutrality by 2030, Landis+Gyr manages energy better – since 1896. 
With sales of USD 1.5 billion in FY 2021, Landis+Gyr employs around 6,500 talented people across five continents.

 

Job Summary:

This job role requires mid-senior level experience in the IT infrastructure areas of DC & cloud administration, monitoring, technical support, configuration management, cross-collaboration, and team collaboration skills. The main activities are to support Windows and Linux servers in both on-premises DC environments and Google Cloud Platform. This includes backup, virtualization, storage, Microsoft SQL, and other systems related to the operations and support of data center and cloud environments.

 

 

Key Responsibilities:

• Solve incidents, problems, escalations & requests for change (RFC).
• Support Linux and Windows operating systems in GCP and on-premises
• Perform patching, backups, configuration management, monitoring of servers
• Administering VMWare and Hyper-V
• Asset management and CMDB updating
• Support MS SQL servers/databases
• Creation and decommissioning of servers
• Supports and adheres to Company’s core values.
• Performs other duties or responsibilities as assigned or required.
• Supports and adheres to Company’s Code of Conduct and Ethics Policy.
• Represents Company in a positive, professional manner when working with both internal and external customers.

 

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Microsoft Active Directory
• TCP/IP knowledge and WAN familiarity
• Windows Server 2012 to 2022 (installation, role management, event analysis & troubleshooting).
• Linux server implementation, support and troubleshooting
• Virtualization: Hyper-V and VMware
• Microsoft SQL: Create and manage databases and users, indexing, partitioning and licensing
• SCCM, Ansible, PowerShell.
• Commvault or other backup/restore tools 
• ServiceNow ITSM platform
• Nagios monitoring
• Deep analytical capacity
• Problem-solving skills

 

Accountabilities:

• Decisions have limited effect on business 
• Ability to communicate well, both verbally and in writing

 

 

Education and Experience:

• Bachelor’s degree, Information Technology required. 
• 5 - 7+ years of solid experience with IT Data Center and Cloud infrastructure technologies
• Has worked in a global team in a multinational company.
• Microsoft server administration
• Linux administration in at least in one of these distribution (Debian, Red Hat or Suse).
• Cloud Administration (GCP, Azure or AWS).
• PowerShell
• Desired: Ansible, Nagios, Terraform skills/experience.

 

 

Disclaimer:

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this classification.  They are not intended to be construed as a complete list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of personnel classified as such.

 

 

Landis+Gyr is a global leader in energy management solutions, operating in over 30 countries and headquartered in Switzerland.  We are thrilled that you’ve considered Landis+Gyr to be a part of your professional journey.  As a part of the L+G family, employees are offered a comprehensive and competitive package of benefits including medical, dental and vision coverage, life insurance, and a 401(k) retirement plan featuring a generous company match incentive.  Additionally, we offer three (3) weeks of Paid Time Off (PTO) as well as eleven (11) paid holidays.  We also offer a tuition reimbursement program, optional pet insurance, supplemental medical coverage and a host of other perks to ensure the health, wellness, and enrichment of our team members.

 

Pay is in the range of $73,031 - $112,955 per year.  The position is eligible for a 401(k) match and consideration for an annual bonus.  The actual base salary offered depends on a variety of factors, which may include, as applicable, the qualifications of the individual applicant for the position, years of relevant experience, specific and unique skills, level of education attained, and certifications or other p