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Intertek is continually innovating and evolving to reduce risk for consumers, brands and organizations in every sector and industry around the world. We go beyond Testing, Inspection and Certification of products: we are a Total Quality Assurance Provider to industries worldwide. Our Purpose: Bringing quality, safety, and sustainability to life.
This position is responsible for maintaining and proactively managing field office IT systems and infrastructure in operating condition. In addition, providing Tier 3 support for escalations and project work. Reporting to the North Amer IT Manager.
HERE'S WHAT YOU'LL DO ON THE JOB:
- Maintain all field office filesystem and data storage integrity.
- Perform administrative tasks as required to files servers and IT systems.
- Monitor field site files servers for capacity, utilization, network availability and performance; troubleshoot as required.
- Maintain central repository of all sites specific IT Systems documentation and requirements.
- Implement, maintain, and report on field office system/data backup policies, schedules, and procedures.
- Coordinate data recovery requirements with field office operations personnel.
- Document and maintain field office specific disaster recovery plans, validation, and test documentation.
- Work with internal customers to provide system solutions.
- Work with regional and global engineering teams for site specific IT infrastructure support.
- Liaise with Intertek’s offshore global service desk and other technical teams to ensure tickets effectively transition through a centralized service desk application (ServiceNow).
- Ensure adherence to company IT standards for systems, participate in regular CMC audits of field office IT systems and infrastructure.
- Write effective technical documentation as assigned.
- Keep abreast of current technology.
- Perform other work as required.
QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE
- Degree in Information Technology and/or the equivalent in terms of education, experience, and training.
- Working knowledge of MS server operating systems.
- Working knowledge of VM technology; specifically, VMWARE and Hyper V.
- Exposure to IT systems security, monitoring and configuring.
- Knowledge of DNS, DHCP, Active Directory.
- Knowledge of or exposure to SMS and/or other asset management tools.
- Working knowledge of backup/restore solutions.
- Knowledge of networking topologies and network wiring systems.
- Extensive experience utilizing several operating systems.
- Technical certification such as MCS or MCSE preferred.
- Experience with cloud management & deployment services (Azure & AWS).
- Experience with Exchange Online management via PowerShell.
- Experience with MS SQL server management.
- Experience with MS FIM/MIM server management.
- Experience with Dell and HP server hardware/equipment a plus.
COMPETENCIES
- A history of self-motivation, organization, planning and detail-oriented work.
- The skill set and desire to stay up with technology changes.
- Able to read, analyze, and interpret technical and business documentation.
- Ability to communicate in English effectively both verbally and in writing.
- Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from various levels of management and users.
- Ability to work independently with minimal supervision.
- A team player, able to work with peers on tasks and projects.
- Flexible approach to working hours and travel as needed.
- Must be able to participate in a 24 hour on call rotation.
- Cultural awareness.
Intertek: Total Quality. Assured.
Intertek is a world leader in the Quality Assurance market, with a proven, high-quality business model and a global network of customer-focused operations and highly engaged subject matter experts. With passion, pace, and precision we work to exceed our customers’ expectations, while engaging with our employees to be 10X in their performance and professional growth.
Intertek is a drug-free workplace. As a condition of employment, certain positions may be required to pass a pre-employment drug test based on the type of work that will be performed.
We Value Diversity
Intertek’s network of phenomenal people are our greatest assets, and the diversity they bring fuels our success. Intertek is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer that values inclusion and diversity. We take affirmative action to ensure all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or other legally protected characteristics.
For individuals with disabilities who would like to request accommodation, or who need assistance applying, please email intertekhrusa@intertek.com or call 1-877-694-8543 (option #5) to speak with a member of the HR Department.
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Intertek does not accept unsolicited approaches from agencies and will not pay a fee for any placement resulting from the receipt of an unsolicited resume.
Intertek is a leading Total Quality Assurance provider to industries worldwide. Our network of more than 1,000 laboratories and offices in more than 100 countries delivers innovative and bespoke Assurance, Testing, Inspection and Certification (ATIC) solutions for our customers' operations and supply chains. Working at Intertek means joining a global network of state-of-the-art facilities and passionate people who deliver superior customer service with a purpose of bringing quality, safety, and sustainability to life.
Senior System Administrator
Intertek is continually innovating and evolving to reduce risk for consumers, brands and organizations in every sector and industry around the world. We go beyond Testing, Inspection and Certification of products: we are a Total Quality Assurance Provider to industries worldwide. Our Purpose: Bringing quality, safety, and sustainability to life.
This position is responsible for maintaining and proactively managing field office IT systems and infrastructure in operating condition. In addition, providing Tier 3 support for escalations and project work. Reporting to the North Amer IT Manager.
HERE'S WHAT YOU'LL DO ON THE JOB:
- Maintain all field office filesystem and data storage integrity.
- Perform administrative tasks as required to files servers and IT systems.
- Monitor field site files servers for capacity, utilization, network availability and performance; troubleshoot as required.
- Maintain central repository of all sites specific IT Systems documentation and requirements.
- Implement, maintain, and report on field office system/data backup policies, schedules, and procedures.
- Coordinate data recovery requirements with field office operations personnel.
- Document and maintain field office specific disaster recovery plans, validation, and test documentation.
- Work with internal customers to provide system solutions.
- Work with regional and global engineering teams for site specific IT infrastructure support.
- Liaise with Intertek’s offshore global service desk and other technical teams to ensure tickets effectively transition through a centralized service desk application (ServiceNow).
- Ensure adherence to company IT standards for systems, participate in regular CMC audits of field office IT systems and infrastructure.
- Write effective technical documentation as assigned.
- Keep abreast of current technology.
- Perform other work as required.
QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE
- Degree in Information Technology and/or the equivalent in terms of education, experience, and training.
- Working knowledge of MS server operating systems.
- Working knowledge of VM technology; specifically, VMWARE and Hyper V.
- Exposure to IT systems security, monitoring and configuring.
- Knowledge of DNS, DHCP, Active Directory.
- Knowledge of or exposure to SMS and/or other asset management tools.
- Working knowledge of backup/restore solutions.
- Knowledge of networking topologies and network wiring systems.
- Extensive experience utilizing several operating systems.
- Technical certification such as MCS or MCSE preferred.
- Experience with cloud management & deployment services (Azure & AWS).
- Experience with Exchange Online management via PowerShell.
- Experience with MS SQL server management.
- Experience with MS FIM/MIM server management.
- Experience with Dell and HP server hardware/equipment a plus.
COMPETENCIES
- A history of self-motivation, organization, planning and detail-oriented work.
- The skill set and desire to stay up with technology changes.
- Able to read, analyze, and interpret technical and business documentation.
- Ability to communicate in English effectively both verbally and in writing.
- Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from various levels of management and users.
- Ability to work independently with minimal supervision.
- A team player, able to work with peers on tasks and projects.
- Flexible approach to working hours and travel as needed.
- Must be able to participate in a 24 hour on call rotation.
- Cultural awareness.
Intertek: Total Quality. Assured.
Intertek is a world leader in the Quality Assurance market, with a proven, high-quality business model and a global network of customer-focused operations and highly engaged subject matter experts. With passion, pace, and precision we work to exceed our customers’ expectations, while engaging with our employees to be 10X in their performance and professional growth.
Intertek is a drug-free workplace. As a condition of employment, certain positions may be required to pass a pre-employment drug test based on the type of work that will be performed.
We Value Diversity
Intertek’s network of phenomenal people are our greatest assets, and the diversity they bring fuels our success. Intertek is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer that values inclusion and diversity. We take affirmative action to ensure all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or other legally protected characteristics.
For individuals with disabilities who would like to request accommodation, or who need assistance applying, please email intertekhrusa@intertek.com or call 1-877-694-8543 (option #5) to speak with a member of the HR Department.
LI-CL2
Intertek does not accept unsolicited approaches from agencies and will not pay a fee for any placement resulting from the receipt of an unsolicited resume.
Intertek is a leading Total Quality Assurance provider to industries worldwide. Our network of more than 1,000 laboratories and offices in more than 100 countries delivers innovative and bespoke Assurance, Testing, Inspection and Certification (ATIC) solutions for our customers' operations and supply chains. Working at Intertek means joining a global network of state-of-the-art facilities and passionate people who deliver superior customer service with a purpose of bringing quality, safety, and sustainability to life.
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding H-1B Visa Sponsorship as a Senior Systems Administrator
Verify your degree maps to SOC 15-1244
Check the O*NET profile for Systems Administrators to confirm your degree field aligns with the specialty occupation definition. Mismatches between your credential and the SOC code are a leading cause of H-1B RFEs for this role.
Target employers with cap-exempt filing history
Universities, nonprofit research institutions, and government-affiliated entities are cap-exempt H-1B filers. Senior Systems Administrator roles at these organizations can be filed any time of year, bypassing the annual lottery entirely.
Search LCA filings by occupation code on Migrate Mate
Filter by SOC code 15-1244 on Migrate Mate to see which employers have active H-1B filings for Systems Administrator roles. This surfaces sponsors with recent DOL Labor Condition Application history, not just companies that list "visa sponsorship available."
Confirm the LCA wage level matches your actual duties
DOL assigns wage levels I through IV based on complexity and supervision. Senior-level sysadmin work typically warrants Level III or IV. A Level I wage on a senior role signals a mismatch that can trigger a USCIS specialty occupation challenge.
Document infrastructure ownership, not just task execution
H-1B petitions for Systems Administrators face higher scrutiny than software engineering roles. Your offer letter and employer support letter should describe architectural decision-making and system ownership, not routine maintenance, to satisfy the specialty occupation standard.
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Find Senior Systems Administrator JobsSenior Systems Administrator H-1B Visa: Frequently Asked Questions
Does a Senior Systems Administrator role qualify as an H-1B specialty occupation?
Yes, but the petition needs to show the role requires a bachelor's degree in a specific technical field, not just any degree. USCIS evaluates the actual duties, not the job title. Roles involving network architecture, enterprise infrastructure design, or security engineering generally qualify more cleanly than generalist support positions.
How do I find employers who have sponsored H-1B visas for Systems Administrator roles before?
Use Migrate Mate to search by SOC code 15-1244 and filter for employers with verified LCA filing history. DOL LCA disclosure data shows which companies have filed for this specific occupation code, giving you a more reliable signal of sponsorship intent than job postings alone.
Will my employer's H-1B petition be denied if my degree is in a different field?
It depends on how far the field is from information technology. Computer science, information systems, electrical engineering, and related technical degrees typically support a Systems Administrator petition. A degree in business or a non-technical field will likely trigger an RFE unless the employer can demonstrate the role's theoretical and practical requirements align with that credential.
Can I switch employers after my H-1B is approved as a Senior Systems Administrator?
Yes. Under AC21 portability, you can move to a new employer once your H-1B has been approved and you've been in valid H-1B status. The new employer files an H-1B transfer petition, and you can start working as soon as USCIS receives it, without waiting for approval. The new role must be in the same or a substantially similar occupational classification.
What wage level should my H-1B LCA reflect for a Senior Systems Administrator position?
The DOL uses four prevailing wage levels based on job complexity, autonomy, and supervisory responsibility. A senior-level role with independent system ownership and infrastructure decision-making typically falls at Level III or IV. You can verify the applicable prevailing wage for your location and occupation using the OFLC Wage Search tool before negotiating your offer.
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