We are seeking a full-time Backup Adminisrator 1 in our Olathe, KS location. In this role, you will be responsible for performing basic administrative tasks, including managing basic system and performance management, and performing on call duties as needed, responding to alerts, and taking appropriate corrective actions.
Essential Functions
Identifies and resolves problems of basic scope using proper tools and techniques
Applies basic standards and procedures to accomplish tasks including learning how to use and apply applicable technologies
Thoroughly documents work in an organized manner
Communicates in written and verbal form effectively in a small team setting
Understands Garmin's Mission Statement and Quality Policy
Performs basic administrative tasks by following defined procedures
Designs and develops basic integrated solutions to meet business requirements or enhance performance of Garmin's Storage Area Networks and Network Attached Storage environments.
Performs basic cost analyses and vendor comparisons form small through large scale projects to ensure cost-effective and efficient operations. Measures feasibility of various approaches and makes recommendations.
Provides 24x7 on-call support as required
Continuously develop technical subject matter expertise on established and emerging storage technologies as it relates to CIFS, NFS, SSD Storage, Storage Snapshots, Site Replication, and Data Mirroring.
Communicate effectively regarding system operations and environment changes
Adhere to SOX, PCI, and other regulatory requirements as dictated
Demonstrates an understanding of Garmin's Change Control process and upholds the importance of compliance.
Understands and avoids capacity, redundancy, and health constraints of storage technologies and plans accordingly
Ability to author and implement basic scripting and coding to automate technical needs such as moving files, backup, create configuration, or other tasks.
Ensures that all security requirements are met or exceed
Responds to alerts and takes appropriate corrective actions
Manages change effectively through documented change procedures
Covers on-call duties and procedures
Analyze existing systems for improvements
Manages basic system performance management
Performs basic patching
Understands and ensures backup and recovery of system or application exists
Understands and ensures basic IT security measures are met
Creates work instructions and knowledge articles
Ensure the security access is appropriate and necessary approvals have been obtained
Understands and enforces basic system controls
Assists in performing internal audits and maintains regulatory compliance
Assists users to analyze/configure/tailor security and access levels to fit the need
Basic Qualifications
Bachelor's Degree in a technology related field OR equivalent combination of education and relevant experience
Outstanding academics with the demonstrated ability to apply learned knowledge
Demonstrated ability to learn basic technical concepts independently
Strong and effective verbal, written, and interpersonal communication skills in a small team setting
Must be detail-oriented and can work proactively and effectively with minimal supervision
Ability to prioritize and multi-task independently in a flexible, fast paced and challenging environment
Garmin International is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, citizenship, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, veteran's status, age or disability.
This position is eligible for Garmin's benefit program. Details can be found here: Garmin Benefits
