Remote Systems Administrator

Careerscape has teamed up with a technology-driven company headquartered in Atlanta to hire a Systems Administrator on a fully remote basis. This role is designed for an IT infrastructure professional who takes ownership of enterprise environments and knows how to keep systems secure, stable, and performing at scale.

You'll manage a mix of on-premises and cloud infrastructure, support critical business applications, and work alongside engineering and security teams to strengthen the organization's IT backbone.

Responsibilities

• Own the day-to-day administration of Windows Server and Linux systems across hybrid cloud and on-premises environments
• Support and manage Microsoft 365, Azure Active Directory, conditional access policies, and Group Policy Objects
• Diagnose and resolve system outages, performance bottlenecks, and infrastructure issues with a focus on minimizing downtime
• Build and maintain backup strategies, disaster recovery plans, and business continuity protocols
• Operate and optimize virtualization platforms such as VMware vSphere and Hyper-V
• Provision, configure, and manage cloud resources across AWS, Azure, or Google Cloud Platform — including rightsizing and cost management
• Keep infrastructure secure through patch management, firmware updates, and system hardening aligned with company security standards
• Maintain core network services including DNS, DHCP, VPN access, and firewall rule management
• Document systems architecture, configurations, runbooks, and standard operating procedures to support team knowledge sharing
• Work cross-functionally with helpdesk, network, and cybersecurity teams on infrastructure initiatives and incident response
• Share on-call responsibilities and respond to critical incidents outside of business hours when needed

Requirements

• At least 3 years of hands-on experience in a systems administrator, network administrator, or infrastructure engineer role
• Deep working knowledge of Windows Server (2016/2019/2022) and Linux distributions such as Ubuntu, CentOS, or RHEL
• Demonstrated experience administering Microsoft 365 environments, Azure AD, and Group Policy
• Practical cloud experience with AWS, Microsoft Azure, or GCP — including provisioning, monitoring, and scaling
• Background managing VMware vSphere, Hyper-V, or comparable virtualization technologies
• Comfort writing automation scripts in PowerShell, Bash, or Python to streamline operations
• Solid networking fundamentals — TCP/IP, DNS, DHCP, VPN, and firewall configuration
• Industry certifications are a plus: CompTIA Server+, Azure Administrator (AZ-104), AWS SysOps Administrator, or RHCSA
• Excellent troubleshooting instincts, clear written communication, and thorough documentation habits
• Self-motivated with the ability to manage priorities and work independently in a remote environment

Benefits

• Competitive base salary plus bonus potential
• Comprehensive health coverage — medical, dental, and vision
• Generous PTO and paid holidays
• Fully remote with flexible scheduling
• 401(k) retirement plan with company match
• Certification reimbursement and professional development budget
• Home office stipend and equipment provided
• Virtual team events and a collaborative remote culture
• Career growth into Senior Systems Administrator, Infrastructure Lead, or Cloud Engineer

Job Type: Full-Time | Work Type: Remote | Industry: Information Technology | Experience: Associate