FILLED : Senior Network Engineer / System Administrator in San Mateo, CA

We are searching for a Sr Network Engineer for our client in San Mateo, CA. The Senior Network Engineer position is primarily responsible for the development of robust and efficient Server, Network, and SAN system architectures, ensuring detailed and well tested design of highly reliable, safe, and accurate system architecture, and leading the development of test methodologies and procedures for system integration, verification, and validation. This includes managing requirements and risks, as well as establishing and ensuring appropriate processes, best practices, and documentation for all systems activities. This position is expected to utilize quantitative approaches to design activities, to system and technology integration, deep background and experience in systems engineering and processes, and diversified interdisciplinary experience and knowledge. This position will work closely with the helpdesk team to enable robust diagnostics and reliable system performance and up time. In addition to technical expertise, Senior Network Engineers will conduct training for other I.T. personnel and bring strong leadership, planning, and team building skills. Lastly, the Senior Network Engineer will be responsible for managing the Disaster Recovery strategy and design utilizing data centers and cloud technologies. Essential Functions: Server Responsibilities – Designs and Maintains the administration of server environment: Windows 2008 AD running on VMWare Hosts. Two Way Trust Active Directory, Group Policies. Distributed File Share, Exchange 2010, SQL 2008 Servers and Citrix 6.5 for Windows 2008 and Windows 2008 Terminal services, IIS, VMware 5.x, Dell SAN. Ensures replication to Disaster Recovery location is completed nightly via DataDomain. Establishes Network user, email, directory accounts and implements appropriate security. Participates in Helpdesk ticketing system to track and document all requests of the I.T. Team.  Network Responsibilities – Evaluates and monitors network performance and up time of home office and all remote property sites VPN(s). Uses scripting to update firewall/switch configurations. Cisco Firewall with VPN, Cisco Switches, Cisco Routers per network design specification.  Training/Documentation Responsibilities – Write and perform training for helpdesk staff on various technologies and applications. Review and update technical training and documentation materials to conform to current processes and tools. Conduct document reviews with I.T. Manager and VP of Technology  Other Responsibilities – Complete special projects as assigned by I.T. Manager or VP of Technology such as training for Helpdesk team members or other members of the Prometheus Staff; Assist Wiring Manager with special assignments in designing and installing network wiring in offices; Additional tasks as may be assigned from time to time by the Principal or others at the Principal’s direction; Travel will be required and can be on short notice based upon business needs; Position requires participation in on-call schedule with cell phone in the event of outages. Required Qualifications - Skills - and Experience: ·         Bachelor degree in the field of MIS or Computer Science and/or 6 to 8 years equivalent I.T. experience. ·         Minimum 5-7 years experience implementing and managing VMware 4 and 5 in a high availability enterprise environment. ·         Minimum 5-7 years as a Windows 2008 System Administrator ·         Minimum 5-7years configuring Cisco routers, switches, firewalls ·         Minimum 5 years with Internet Security Firewall, Intrusion Detection, NAT, DMZ, VPN Technologies ·         Minimum 5 years experience managing Fibre Channel SAN environment and iSCSI/NAS/SAN gigabit/10GB network. ·         Minimum 5 years experience using Active Directory, Group Policies Objects, Distributed File Shares and Scripting ·         Minimum 4 years experience managing Citrix Xenapp servers. Experience in version 6.5 desired ·         Minimum 2 years experience with SQL Server 2008, DTS, Replication, and ODBC settings. ·         Licenses or Certificates in MCSE, VCP, CCNA, CCNP, CCA strongly desired ·         Effectively present information and respond to questions from groups of managers, clients, residents, and the general public