@wls-itguy said in IT Quotes I Like:

The Services manager at my 1st MSP gig said that "Efficiency doesn't always pay the bills"

"...but it helps"
Youtube Video

@wrx7m said in What Are You Watching Now:

@black3dynamite I didn't realize Mikrotik was still a thing.

Definitely a BIG thing in the WISP industry.

I don't work here but live close to the town that they are hiring at. I would consider the position myself, but for many different reasons, its not right for me. I've applied for positions here before, got into the interview process, and never hired. After 3 times, I've decided that it was never meant to be for me. I also have in-laws that works here, that I would just rather not contend with. I was also a student and got my AA in CompSci here.

If you're trying to get to Texas and want an environment to work on, here you go.

Trinity Valley Community College

Human Resources 100 Cardinal Drive Athens, TX 75751

903-675-6202 Fax: 903-675-6248 www.tvcc.edu/hr

VACANCY ANNOUNCEMENT

TITLE: System Administrator

LOCATION: Athens Campus

SALARY: $58,178 - $72,722

MONTHS TO BE WORKED: 12 Months

DEADLINE: September 28, 2018 or until filled.

QUALIFICATIONS: Bachelor’s degree preferred, Associate degree, certificate, related experience, or equivalent. The System Administrator will have experience in implementing and supporting large-scale OS systems, configuring networking and security, applying system security fixes and implementing server based applications. The System Administrator will have, or be working towards, professional standing with regard to the area of service provision to which they are appointed. It will be the responsibility of the post holder to ensure that their skills and knowledge are appropriately relevant and maintained through community activities and supplier events.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: Install, configure and administer the operating system and services on OS server systems. Implement secure networking configurations and ensure OS systems are maintained at the appropriate system patch and security fix levels. Configure Windows servers to use Active Directory for authentication. Install, configure, and maintain domain services including but not limited to DNS, DHCP, NTP, and group policy. Assist in the design of new server based services and the systems to support them. Implement and maintain VMWare virtualized environment by utilizing Dell and Cisco based servers. Install, maintain, and upgrade Cisco UC chassis blades. Install and monitor all antivirus protection software for all computer systems (server and workstations) connected to the TVCC network. Install and manage Microsoft SCCM environment, including software package upgrades and deployment. Install and manage email archiving hardware and software. Install, configure, and monitor all anti-spam systems to ensure the proper flow of email into and out of College. Install and manage Exchange email environments. Assist in managing and patching ERP servers. Assist in managing service desk and asset management. Assist in managing remote support services. Plan, implement and configure event monitoring and alerting for servers and services. Plan, implement and support SQL databases and database management tools. Troubleshoot SQL database problems and optimize performance where necessary. Plan, install, administer and support Windows based IIS web services, associated databases, etc. Ensure database configurations and operational procedures for associated services are comprehensively and accurately documented. Assist in designing and planning backup/recovery, business continuity and disaster recovery strategies for user files, SQL database services, email services and associated IIS web services. Assist in the maintenance of the TVCC active directory domain including upgrades of Windows domain servers. Acquire and maintain skills in Windows and related technology areas. Evaluate and develop new technologies in the OS server arena that will aid the College in developing new services. Develop and maintain skills in the area of Windows scripting so that operational efficiency is raised by eliminating repetitive tasks. Other duties as assigned by appropriate supervisory personnel. Maintains confidentiality of information. Work assigned schedule and comply with timekeeping policy.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS: Within the general range of an office environment. May be required to lift, push, or pull 30 lbs. Entails climbing a ladder. May require travel to and from campuses. May require work after hours. May be required to be on call at night and weekends.

TO APPLY: Submit TVCC application, resume and transcripts of all college work to Human Resources, Trinity Valley Community College, 100 Cardinal Drive, Athens, TX 75751. All documentation must be received on or before the application deadline. Applications are available on the following website www.tvcc.edu/hr. Applications will be reviewed after the application deadline and selected applicants will be contacted for interviews. All TVCC positions are security sensitive and require a criminal background check.

Note: The Immigration Reform and Control Act of 1986 requires we employ only U.S. citizens and aliens authorized to work in the U.S. New employees must present documents verifying identity and right to accept employment (see Form I 9). No one will be placed on the College payroll until all employment procedures are fully satisfied. Information contained on this vacancy announcement is subject to correction as a result of typographical error, omission, or changes resulting from institutional restructuring and/or funding.

Trinity Valley Community College does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, disability or age in its programs or activities. The following person has been designated to handle inquiries regarding the nondiscrimination policies: Director of Human Resources, 100 Cardinal Drive, Athens, TX phone: 903-675-6215, e-mail: [email protected]

If special accommodations are needed, please call Human Resources.

https://www.tvcc.edu/Human-Resources/article.aspx?a=4950&z=314&d=202

@momurda Yeah, she's quite annoying. Make sure to turn the mic off too, because she's a good listener.

Can be done in the console. Pull up their profile in the Admin console, under Mail Settings, OOO should be right there.

Edit: Its called "Automatic Replies".

@scottalanmiller said in Non-IT News Thread:

@black3dynamite said in Non-IT News Thread:

I prefer a real Mexican restaurant like Betos.
http://betosmexicanfood.com

Los Lupes around here.

Got one of those just south of me.

Other than these symptoms, any other issues? Such as with the VM's themselves? Can you reboot the VMs or are the vmx files corrupt?

@brrabill said in Recommendations for Cameras:

@scottalanmiller said in Recommendations for Cameras:

That looks like something abandoned and retired years ago, but left up because everyone was too lazy to take it down and they were hoping that leaving it there, even dead, would do something.

I was getting ready to steal a pen from work, and after seeing that camera, I put it back.

Yeah, its stuff like that that will determine if we open our doors or not tomorrow.

Trying to rollback ESXi from 6.5 (7967591) to 6.5 (5969303).

@storageninja said in Looking for firmware:

@nerdydad said in Looking for firmware:

Looks like I am on the latest version of ESXi that will work with this datastore.

You using VMFS3 or some nonsense?

VMFS6

@pete-s said in Recommendations for Cameras:

@dustinb3403 said in Recommendations for Cameras:

@pete-s said in Recommendations for Cameras:

Of course you can't have Ubiquiti IP cameras. Can't have "home" equipment when you're talking about a serious installation with 80-100 cameras in two locations.

hahah. . . but Wyze camera's were considered. . .

This will be next!

<sarcasm>Oh, of course. Local storage to house video, can use the GPIO pins for led signals, the potential is boundless. </sarcasm>

@pete-s Love this idea but have tried it. It got shot down by the "higher powers that be" because it was too costly for the ROI or something like that. So now the basic idea is to purchase the core equipment now (NVR, switches, and some cameras) now, and then every quarter, replace a few cameras until they are all replaced. Keeps the costs under the radar while still getting what we need.

@wrcombs said in Recommendations for Cameras:

@nerdydad said in Recommendations for Cameras:

Checked out Meraki as we already use them for the wifi. Not at $1000-$1500/camera.

https://meraki.cisco.com/products/security-cameras#models

question: is that what your boss is considering "more serious looking"? no criticism, want to know what kind you are looking for. . . SO we can give better suggestions.

Mainly dome cameras and bullet cameras. Similar to Axis or Avigilon.

@dafyre Sometimes I wish that people would pat me on the head and tell me the same things, but that never happens. :disappointed_face:

Checked out Meraki as we already use them for the wifi. Not at $1000-$1500/camera.

https://meraki.cisco.com/products/security-cameras#models

I have not mentioned price and I want to keep it that way. Can't be wireless. They will be too far apart.

I cannot help what my boss thinks and feels. I can talk to him logically all day long, but when its done, it is still his decision. So, lets move on from the emotions. I asked for recommendations, not criticism. Lets move on.

@DustinB3403 Settle down. Nobody said anything about deterring theft. You inferred that on your own. The purpose of the cameras is more for HR defense then anything.

Looking for a recommendation on cameras. We are looking to upgrade our camera system from analogue and 2 DVRs to 1 NVR and a physically separate network. They have to be able to withstand cold temperatures, such as 30's to 40's constantly. Looking at at least 40-50 cameras per plant, 1 NVR per plant, 2 plants.

I have mentioned Ubiquiti but the boss wants something more "serious" looking, such as that that goes within the camera housing. He doesn't think that Ubiquiti cameras would deter somebody from doing something and looks a little SOHO.

Checked out Wyze, but thinking it would take on the same effect as the Ubiquiti with the Boss.

Any other recommendations? Also looking for recommendations for the NVR and switches.