System Administrator III (Windows/Linux/VMWare) at Hyundai AutoEver America

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System Administrator III (Windows/Linux/VMWare) Location: West Point, GA (5 days on-site) Company Overview : Hyundai AutoEver America (HAEA) is the dynamic IT powerhouse behind Hyundai Motor Corporation, a Fortune 500 global leader in the automotive industry. As a key affiliate, we provide cutting-edge IT services and support to top brands including Kia, Genesis, Hyundai Translead, Hyundai Mobis, Hyundai Capital, and Glovis. HAEA offers a truly global and collaborative environment. Here, you’ll drive innovation, boost operational efficiency, and help shape the future of mobility for the Hyundai Motor Group. At HAEA, we understand that IT is the cornerstone of today’s fast-evolving digital world. By uniting all IT resources under one roof, we deliver consistent, top-quality solutions while serving as the crucial information link between Hyundai’s Global Headquarters and North American operations. If you’re passionate about technology and eager to make a real impact at a world-class company, Hyundai AutoEver America is the place to grow your career. Join us and be part of the transformation that’s driving the future of automotive innovation. Website: haeaus.com Role Overview: The System Administrator III provides technical leadership in the design, implementation, maintenance, and lifecycle management of enterprise server and infrastructure environments. This role evaluates and delivers high‑impact IT solutions that balance long‑term effectiveness, security, scalability, cost efficiency, and operational practicality. The incumbent leads or contributes to complex infrastructure initiatives, performs advanced troubleshooting and root‑cause analysis, and coordinates closely with Headquarters, vendors, and internal stakeholders. Work requires a high degree of independence, logical problem‑solving, and project leadership, supporting both production operations and strategic IT objectives. Key Responsibilities: • Enterprise Server & Infrastructure Management Design, install, configure, patch, and maintain Windows and Linux servers and core services including Active Directory, DNS, DHCP, file/print, Exchange, SQL, storage, virtualization platforms (VMware/vSphere), and cloud‑integrated resources. • Advanced Troubleshooting & Incident Management Diagnose and resolve complex hardware, software, and system issues; conduct root‑cause analysis; review logs; and produce System Incident Reports for production‑impacting events. • Backup, Disaster Recovery & Availability Develop, execute, test, and validate backup and disaster recovery strategies for servers, Exchange, and SQL databases to ensure business continuity and data protection. • Monitoring, Performance & Automation Implement and operate monitoring solutions; analyze performance metrics; optimize capacity and resource utilization; and develop automation scripts (e.g., PowerShell) to improve reliability and operational efficiency. • Security, Compliance & Lifecycle Planning Implement security controls, patch management and compliance processes; perform capacity planning; recommend hardware upgrades; and manage vendor relationships, procurement documentation, and warranty tracking. • Project Leadership & Customer Support Lead or contribute to infrastructure projects by facilitating meetings, documenting requirements, conducting feasibility studies and testing, preparing approval documentation, and supporting ITSM processes, helpdesk tickets, and stakeholder communications. Basic Qualifications: • Bachelor’s degree in Information Technology, Computer Science, or a closely related field (or equivalent professional experience) • Minimum 5 years of hands‑on experience serving as a primary administrator for Windows and/or Linux server environments • Minimum 2 years of experience administering VMware vSphere environments (vSAN experience strongly preferred) • Strong expertise in server administration, troubleshooting, and production support for enterprise systems • Demonstrated ability to analyze complex technical issues , perform root‑cause analysis, and implement effective solutions • Proven ability to work independently , manage priorities, and deliver assignments and projects within defined scope and timelines Preferred Qualifications: • Microsoft Windows Server and/or VMware vSphere/vSAN certifications • Excellent written and verbal communication skills , with the ability to explain technical concepts to non‑technical audiences • Strong planning, organization, and documentation skills with a track record of successful project delivery • Collaborative mindset with the ability to work effectively in a team environment and interact professionally with internal and external customers Availability: • Work Schedule: Scheduled hours may vary and are determined based on business and operational requirements within a three‑shift operation. • 24/7 Operation: As this facility operates 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, the candidate must be available to provide coverage for different shifts (including nights, weekends, or holidays) from time to time as business needs dictate. Salary range: $79,000 - $112,000 + benefits! In addition to a competitive salary, this position offers a fantastic benefits package that includes comprehensive medical/dental coverage, generous PTO, education assistance, and annual merit increase eligibility in a growth-focused work environment. Team Culture:   The Systems Administration team operates in a high‑trust, mission‑critical environment where reliability, accountability, and collaboration are essential. Team members balance independent ownership of complex systems with close coordination across shifts, departments, and stakeholders to support a 24/7 operation. The culture values thoughtful problem‑solving, clear communication, continuous improvement, and shared responsibility for maintaining secure, resilient infrastructure. • Ownership & Accountability – Team members take pride in owning systems end‑to‑end, proactively resolving issues, and ensuring stability in a always‑on operational environment. • Collaboration & Respect – We work cross‑functionally with peers, leadership, vendors, and customers, valuing clear communication and mutual respect across all shifts. • Problem‑Solving Mindset – The team emphasizes logical analysis, root‑cause thinking, and well‑documented solutions over quick fixes. • Continuous Improvement – We encourage learning, automation, knowledge sharing, and process refinement to improve reliability, security, and operational efficiency over time. Our Company adheres to the equal employment opportunity guidelines set forth by federal, state and local laws. The information requested on this form is sought in good faith and will not be used to discriminate against the applicant based on race, religion or creed, color, national origin, ancestry, physical disability, mental disability, medical condition, genetic characteristics, marital status, sex or gender (which includes pregnancy, childbirth, or related circumstances), gender identity, gender expression, age, citizenship, sexual orientation, family care or medical leave status, military and veteran status, political affiliation, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state and local laws.

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System Administrator III (Windows/Linux/VMWare)
Location: West Point, GA (5 days on-site)
HAEA offers a truly global and collaborative environment. Here, you’ll drive innovation, boost operational efficiency, and help shape the future of mobility for the Hyundai Motor Group.
Key Responsibilities: • Enterprise Server & Infrastructure Management
Advanced Troubleshooting & Incident Management
Diagnose and resolve complex hardware, software, and system issues; conduct root‑cause analysis; review logs; and produce System Incident Reports for production‑impacting events.
Backup, Disaster Recovery & Availability
Develop, execute, test, and validate backup and disaster recovery strategies for servers, Exchange, and SQL databases to ensure business continuity and data protection.
Monitoring, Performance & Automation
Implement and operate monitoring solutions; analyze performance metrics; optimize capacity and resource utilization; and develop automation scripts (e.g., PowerShell) to improve reliability and operational efficiency.
Security, Compliance & Lifecycle Planning
Implement security controls, patch management and compliance processes; perform capacity planning; recommend hardware upgrades; and manage vendor relationships, procurement documentation, and warranty tracking.
Project Leadership & Customer Support
Basic Qualifications: • Bachelor’s degree in Information Technology, Computer Science, or a closely related field (or equivalent professional experience)
Minimum 5 years of hands‑on experience serving as a primary administrator for Windows and/or Linux server environments
Strong expertise in server administration, troubleshooting, and production support for enterprise systems
Demonstrated ability to analyze complex technical issues , perform root‑cause analysis, and implement effective solutions
Proven ability to work independently , manage priorities, and deliver assignments and projects within defined scope and timelines
Excellent written and verbal communication skills , with the ability to explain technical concepts to non‑technical audiences
Strong planning, organization, and documentation skills with a track record of successful project delivery
Collaborative mindset with the ability to work effectively in a team environment and interact professionally with internal and external customers
Availability: • Work Schedule: Scheduled hours may vary and are determined based on business and operational requirements within a three‑shift operation.

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Minimum 2 years of experience administering VMware vSphere environments (vSAN experience strongly preferred)
Preferred Qualifications: • Microsoft Windows Server and/or VMware vSphere/vSAN certifications

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