Systems Administrator

Systems Administrator IIHonorVet Technologies is a Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned IT staffing firm, ISO 9001 and ISO 270001 certified, working with federal agencies, state governments, and Fortune 500 enterprise clients across the US. What makes us different isn't a tagline; it's the way we work. We don't forward resumes and hope for the best. We take the time to understand where a professional like you is headed and only reach out when we genuinely believe there's a fit worth exploring.Job Title: Systems Administrator II Location: Raleigh NC, 27607 (Hybrid) Duration: 12 MonthsJob Description: Client is looking to hire a systems administrator II, who will be responsible for supporting a highly available hybrid infrastructure spanning both on premises Windows and Linux servers and cloud-based environments. Systems Administrator II will be responsible for supporting a highly available hybrid infrastructure spanning both on premises Windows and Linux servers and cloud-based environments. This role focuses on ensuring seamless connectivity between cloud and on prem systems, supporting database migration initiatives, and maintaining secure, reliable, and performant enterprise services. The ideal candidate brings strong experience in load balancing, firewalls, and foundational networking, along with a growing skillset in cloud operations and infrastructure modernization.Key Responsibilities:Support and maintain cloud-integrated infrastructure (e.g., AWS, Azure, or hybrid architecture), including Windows and Linux VMs, storage services, identity platforms, and cross-environment connectivity.Assist in designing, establishing, and optimizing secure connectivity between cloud environments and on premise data centers, including VPNs, direct connect solutions, routing, and identity federation.Participate in database replicationmigration activities, including planning, coordinating, and executing replicationsmigrations between on prem databases and cloud-managed database servicesPerform system administration tasks for enterprise applications including patching, automated deployments, configuration updates, performance tuning, log analysis, backups, and capacity planning as well as coordination with vendors as needed.Administer and troubleshoot F5 BigIP traffic managers, including VIP configuration, pool management, SSL profiles, and health monitoring.Assist in managing Palo Alto firewalls, including security policies, NAT rules, and general operational support.Collaborate with the network team to diagnose and resolve Layer 2/3 networking issues such as routing, switching, VLANs, and load balancing interactions.Develop and maintain documentation for systems, processes, and standard operating procedures.Support incident response activities by investigating system issues and implementing corrective actions.Perform vulnerability management activities, including scanning systems, reviewing, findings, prioritizing risks, and implementing remediation actions to maintain a secure infrastructure.Work closely with cross-functional teams to support new system deployments, infrastructure upgrades, and automation initiatives.Required Qualifications:5+ years of hands-on experience supporting Windows and Linux server environments.5+ years of Experience with hybrid infrastructure, cloud services, or cloud migration activities.Strong understanding of high-availability architectures and system redundancy.5+ years of Proficiency with PowerShell, Bash, or other scripting languages for automation and troubleshooting.5+ years of Experience with virtualization technologies such as VMware or Hyper V.5+ Knowledge of cloud-integrated infrastructure (e.g., AWS, Azure, or hybrid environments), including connectivity between on premises and cloud resources.5 years of Solid understanding of TCP/IP networking, DNS, DHCP, routing, and switching fundamentals.5 years of Familiarity with monitoring and alerting platforms (e.g., Splunk, CrowdStrike, Security Onion, WhatsUp Gold).Preferred Qualifications:5 years of Experience administering F5 BigIP load balancers and Palo Alto firewalls.5 years of Hands-on experience with cloud networking or database migration projects.5 years of Familiarity with automation or configuration management tools.5 years of Relevant certifications such as MCSA/MCSE, RHCSA/RHCE, PCNSE, F5 CA/CE, or Network+.Soft Skills:Strong problem-solving abilities and analytical thinking.Effective communication with technical and non-technical stakeholders.Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced environment.Strong documentation and organizational skills.