IT Desktop Support and Administration

Molex
life insurance, parental leave
United States, New Jersey, Bridgewater
Sep 22, 2024
Molex possesses a rich heritage in the optical industry. In Bridgewater, we serve large, global clients in telecom and datacom industries where we design and manufacture optical equipment. As an IT Desktop Support, you will be responsible for managing and maintaining the site's IT infrastructure, ensuring its smooth operation, security, and scalability as well as managing our database systems. Your role will involve a mix of responsibilities in IT support and maintenance of our servers. You will work closely with a team of engineers, ensuring that their IT needs are met, and database systems are effectively maintained. What You Will Do Provide on-site IT support at Bridgewater location and a manufacturing facility in Zhuhai, China. Responsible for the administration of workstations, servers (Windows and Linux), software and licensing, and managing backup and recovery plans Work with members of the team to recommend and help purchase computer hardware and software Work with the team to resolve vendor software issues Coordinate with corporate IT to manage local network (wired and wireless) including physical network infrastructure Provide technical support for Linux-based systems, servers, and infrastructure Monitor system performance, troubleshoot and resolve hardware and software issues to ensure optimal uptime and efficiency Implement and maintain network security measures to protect against unauthorized access, viruses, and other security threats Administer user accounts, permissions, and access rights in accordance with company policies and procedures Document system configurations, procedures, and troubleshooting steps for reference and training purposes Provide system administration functions for MES and ERP database system and servers, including updates, backups, recovery, user maintenance, maintaining security Who You Are (Basic Qualifications) Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field Experience configuring and managing Windows and Linux operating systems Experience with virtualization technologies such as VMware ESX or Hyper-V Experience with network protocols, including TCP/IP, DNS, DHCP, and VPN Expeirence with shell and batch file scripting Familiar with Domain Controller, RAID, Network File Systems and Backup software This role is not eligible for sponsorship. At Koch companies, we are entrepreneurs. This means we openly challenge the status quo, find new ways to create value and get rewarded for our individual contributions. Any compensation range provided for a role is an estimate determined by available market data. The actual amount may be higher or lower than the range provided considering each candidate's knowledge, skills, abilities, and geographic location. If you have questions, please speak to your recruiter about the flexibility and detail of our compensation philosophy. Hiring Philosophy All Koch companies value diversity of thought, perspectives, aptitudes, experiences, and backgrounds. We are Military Ready and Second Chance employers. Learn more about our hiring philosophy here. Who We Are At Koch, employees are empowered to do what they do best to make life better. Learn how our business philosophy helps employees unleash their potential while creating value for themselves and the company. Our Benefits Our goal is for each employee, and their families, to live fulfilling and healthy lives. We provide essential resources and support to build and maintain physical, financial, and emotional strength - focusing on overall wellbeing so you can focus on what matters most. Our benefits plan includes - medical, dental, vision, flexible spending and health savings accounts, life insurance, ADD, disability, retirement, paid vacation/time off, educational assistance, and may also include infertility assistance, paid parental leave and adoption assistance. Specific eligibility criteria is set by the applicable Summary Plan Description, policy or guideline and benefits may vary by geographic region. If you have questions on what benefits apply to you, please speak to your recruiter. Additionally, everyone has individual work and personal needs. We seek to enable the best work environment that helps you and the business work together to produce superior results. Equal Opportunities Equal Opportunity Employer, including disability and protected veteran status. Except where prohibited by state law, some offers of employment are conditioned upon successfully passing a drug test. This employer uses E-Verify. Please click here for additional information.