About this opportunity
Baptist Memorial Health Care Corporation lists this Director-IT Systems & Databases opportunity in memphis, Tennessee. Review the employer’s description below for duties, qualifications and application requirements.
Job description
Overview
Baptist Server Services Manager in this scope is responsible for overseeing a broad range of enterprise IT infrastructure, includingVMware virtualization, Windows and Linux server environments, SQL database administration, and Cisco UCS hardware . The role blends systems administration, database management, and networking to ensure high availability, performance, and security of critical systems
Key Responsibilities
Infrastructure & Virtualization
ManageVMware vSphere/ESXi environments, including VM creation, cloning, templates, vMotion, Storage vMotion, HA, DRS, and cluster configurations
Manage a team that Installs, configures, and maintainsCisco UCS servers, service profiles, and firmware upgrades
Manage a team that performs server consolidations using VMware Converter (P2V/P2P) and patch management via VMware Update Manager
Manage the deployment and configuration ofvCenter and related tools (e.g., vSphere Replication, SRM) for disaster recovery
Operating Systems
Manage the team that AdministersWindows Server (2016/2019/2022/2025) andLinux/UNIX systems, including OS installation, patching, and performance tuning
Manage the team that maintainsActive Directory , DNS, DHCP, IIS, and other Windows services
Manage the team that installs and configuresRed Hat Linux/UNIX in both physical and virtual environments
Database Administration
ManageSQL Server (2016/2019) in clustered and standalone environments, including backup/restore, performance tuning, and query optimization
Implement and maintain SQL coding standards, naming conventions, and data access policies
Troubleshoot and resolve SQL performance issues, including index and statistics optimization
Storage
ManageSAN/NAS environments (e.g., EMC, NetApp, PURE) for storage provisioning and performance
Monitor and maintain server/storage plaform security and traffic utilization
Support & Operations
Troubleshoot end-user and system issues, including incident ticket resolution and after-hours support
Create and maintain SOPs, documentation, and service requests for hardware/software purchasesrelated to servers, storage, and data center
Interface with vendors and clients to resolve issues and meet expectations
Qualifications & Skills
Education & Experience
Bachelor’s degree inComputer Science, IT, or related field (or equivalent experience)
Proven experience as aSystem Administrator with VMware, Windows, Linux, SQL, and Cisco UCS
7+ years in related roles within large enterprise IT environments.
Technical Skills
VMware vSphere, ESXi, vCenter, vMotion, HA, DRS, SRM, vSphere Replication
Cisco UCS Manager, UCS Central, service profile management
Windows Server administration, Active Directory, DNS, DHCP, IIS
Linux/UNIX administration, shell scripting, automation (PowerShell, VBScript)
SQL Server administration, clustering, backup/restore, performance tuning
Networking fundamentals (TCP/IP, DNS, DHCP, VPN)
SAN/NAS storage management
Soft Skills
Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
Excellent communication and collaboration skills for cross-functional teams
Certifications (commonly desired)
VMware Certified Professional (VCP)
Cisco Certified Network Professional (CCNP) or UCS certification
Microsoft Certified: Azure Administrator or SQL Server DBA
ITIL or CompTIA Security+
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Worksite address
memphis, TN, 37544, US
Who can apply
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