MultiCloud Administrator

Requisition Number: 69802

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The global Information Technology (IT) Function is leading efforts to align IT and Business Strategy, leverage IT investments, and optimize end to end business processes and associated information integration technologies.  Through these efforts, IT helps to improve the competitive position of Corning's businesses through IT enabled processes.  IT also delivers Information Technology applications, infrastructure, and project services in a cost efficient manner to Corning worldwide.

SCOPE/PURPOSE OF POSITION: Reporting to the Operations lead of Global Compute platforms, the MultiCloud Administrator is a technology leader that will function as SME for compute technologies, with an emphasis on Multicloud technologies. The Multicloud Administrator will function as an enabler across technology teams, vendors, and Project management teams to facilitate the successful delivery of complex Corning initiatives and priorities. While being predominantly internally focused, this position will require strong communication to bridge between various Infrastructure and Application teams as well as an excellent ability to navigate within a background of relative ambiguity. 

ROLES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Install, configure, manage windows servers 
• Install, configure, manage VMWare vCloud Suite 
• Follows standards, policies & guidelines for the Compute Platform in collaboration with service line owner and technology teams 
• Develop, Configure, and support compute solutions that meet business needs and align with Corning technology standards. 
• Evaluate all documents according to system requirements and evaluate all design and perform tests on all development activities and administer all complex methodologies. 
• Supports IT project start up though technical consultation, charter definition, benefit and analysis, requirements gathering and formal PMO approval. 
• Partners with all members of project team as a technical lead in the planning, design, coordination, and execution of comprehensive, realistic, and effective work plans. 
• Helps promote & drive a consistent vision and strategy throughout the organization 
• Builds relationships that foster collaboration and partnerships to drive better strategies, priorities, and service to the customer 
• Assists and oversees quality change control according to Corning Change Management, Incident Management, Problem Management and Disaster recovery Methodology 
• Provides support for the Multicloud environment 

REQUIREMENTS:

• Bachelor's degree (B.A.) or equivalent from four-year college in computer science or related field or equivalent experience 
• 3+ years of experience in server administration, with a focus on monitoring, patching, incident and problem management 
• 3+ years’ experience in a production IT environment managing enterprise IT infrastructure, hardware, hosting services and cloud infrastructure. 
• Participation in after hours on-call is a requirement

REQUIRED SKILLS:

• Knowledge of windows server OS platforms
• Knowledge of VMWare vCloud Suite including: ESXi, Virtual Center, vRealize Operations, vRealize Automation
• Experience supporting a global heterogeneous multi-data center computing environment 
• A holistic understanding of IT infrastructure inclusive of server, storage, network, virtualization, database, DR/business recovery and continuity practices, etc. 
• A foundational understanding of public cloud models (IaaS, PaaS, SaaS) and providers (AWS, Azure, Google) 
• Demonstrated expertise driving operational improvement and excellence under an ITIL based service management model.
• Proven ability to influence and interact effectively with peers and IT leaders 
• Strong crisis management 

This position does not support immigration sponsorship.  

The range for this position is $83,113.00 - $114,281.00 assuming full time status. Starting pay for the successful applicant is dependent on a variety of job-related factors, including but not limited to geographic location, market demands, experience, training, and education. The benefits available for this position are dependent on hours worked and may include medical, dental, vision, 401(k) plan, pension plan, life insurance coverage, disability benefits, and PTO.

A job that shapes a life.  

Corning offers you the total package.  

Your well-being is our priority. Our compensation and benefits package supports your health and wellness, financial, and career from day one

• As part of our commitment to your financial well-being, we provide a 100% company-paid pension benefit that grows throughout your career.  We also offer a 401(k) savings plan with company matching contributions.  
• Our health and well-being benefits include medical, dental, vision, paid parental leave, family building support, fitness, company-paid life insurance, disability, and disease management programs. 
• Company-wide bonuses and long-term incentives, align with key business results and ensure you are rewarded when the company performs well – when Corning wins, we all win.     
• Getting paid for our work is important but feeling appreciated and recognized for those contributions motivates us much more. That’s why Corning offers a peer-to-peer recognition program to celebrate success by recognizing colleagues who demonstrate above-and-beyond behaviors.  

We prohibit discrimination on the basis of race, color, gender, age, religion, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, disability, veteran status or any other legally protected status.

We will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. To request an accommodation, please contact us at accommodations@corning.com.