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Systems Administrator
Fox Sports Interactive (WhatIfSports.com)
Cincinnati, Ohio

WhatIfSports, a division of FOX Sports Interactive, is looking for a talented, dependable systems administrator who enjoys working in a casual, flexible, high-paced work environment.

WhatIfSports develops online games for WhatIfSports.com, FOXSports.com and other companies within the FOX umbrella. Our strong team is expanding as the demand for fantasy and simulation-based games and predictions continues to grow. Now's your chance to get into the game and sports industry while also advancing your technical skills. Web development, mobile development, platform development -- it's all happening now.

Requirements:

  • B.S. in Information Systems, Computer Science or related
  • Strong knowledge of managing Windows operating system and application environments
  • Strong knowledge of scripting, task automation and command line usage, with a focus on PowerShell and Windows batch
  • Strong troubleshooting and problem solving skills
  • Knowledge of Windows server applications such as SQL Server and IIS
  • Knowledge of Linux and Unix-like environments
  • Strong understanding of network switching, routing, and protocols
  • Experience with cloud computing services (AWS, Rackspace Cloud)
  • Experience with virtualization technologies with a preference to Hyper-V
  • Experience with configuration and management software System Center family and WSUS

Responsibilities:

  • Installation, configuration, administration and management of hardware and software to support our application development and operations
  • Monitoring, troubleshooting, and repairing our corporate, test and production environments
  • Develop and configure tools to aid and automate the deployment, management and monitoring of our environments
  • Aid in the management of Microsoft Active Directory including Group Policies, DNS and replication
  • Monitoring and maintaining unit backups
  • Software image creation and maintenance
  • Creating and maintaining documentation of environment
  • Working with hosting providers and vendors to support our products
  • Stay current on networking best practices, technology industry & fantasy / gaming industry
  • Play all fantasy, simulation and console sports games
  • Other duties and responsibilities, as assigned

Additional:

  • Highly flexible work environment including hours & dress & work from home days
  • Games + Sports + Software = Fun work experience
  • Serve many roles with immediate results and personal satisfaction

Fox Sports Interactive is an equal opportunity employer.

This job opening was originally posted on February 10, 2016.

If you're interested in potentially working here at WhatIfSports.com, you may apply via email. Please send a copy of your resume to [email protected]. Put the text of your resume in the body of the email, and do NOT send as an attachment.

Please Note: All resumes received are kept in the database for six months. If you have submitted a resume in the last six months, it is not necessary for you to resubmit one unless there is a significant change in your skills or address.

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