System Administrator

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$100,000.00/yr - $118,000.00/yr

Job Title: Systems Administrator

Job Type: Temp-to-Hire; Hybrid (3 days in/2 days remote)

Salary Range: $100,000 - $118,000

Position Overview:

The System Administrator is responsible for the design, implementation, and ongoing support of servers, networking infrastructure, and cybersecurity in a complex hybrid environment. This role requires deep technical expertise to maintain performance, troubleshoot issues, and implement security best practices. Operating with minimal supervision, the System Administrator will also lead projects, research new technologies, and may supervise other IT personnel.

Key Responsibilities:

• Design and implement computing environments including hardware, system/software, and configurations.
• Administer and maintain Active Directory, Intune, Azure, and Group Policies.
• Configure and test server/network hardware, operating systems, and develop disaster recovery solutions.
• Diagnose and resolve hardware/software issues; analyze performance data to determine maintenance or upgrades.
• Plan, coordinate, and implement network security measures to safeguard infrastructure.
• Consult with users to assess system needs and resolve operational issues.
• Monitor network performance, propose system enhancements, and evaluate new technologies.
• Train staff in hardware/software usage and best practices.
• Collaborate with vendors and internal teams to support IT procurement and deployment.
• Lead and manage system upgrades, cloud migrations, and implementation of new technologies.
• Partner with cross-functional teams to align IT solutions with business goals.

Required Skills & Qualifications:

• Advanced experience managing and maintaining Windows servers and virtualization (e.g., Hyper-V).
• Must have experience with Copilot and AI technologies, specifically development and automation of processes using AI and AI tools.
• Expert-level Azure administration, including security, compliance, and cloud configuration.
• Strong understanding of network infrastructure (TCP/IP, firewalls, switches, network monitoring tools).
• Advanced knowledge of cybersecurity, including development, testing, and deployment of secure systems.
• Proficient in Active Directory, Group Policy Management, and Intune.
• Experience migrating systems and services to Microsoft 365 and Azure cloud environments.
• Proficient in PowerShell scripting for automation and system management.
• Experience with Microsoft Exchange, SharePoint, and SQL Server.
• Self-starter capable of conducting independent research, testing, and implementation.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, age, ancestry, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, marital status, disability, medical condition, genetic information, pregnancy, or military or veteran status. We consider all qualified applicants, including those with criminal histories, in a manner consistent with state and local laws, including the California Fair Chance Act, City of Los Angeles' Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance, and Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance. For unincorporated Los Angeles county, to the extent our customers require a background check for certain positions, the Company faces a significant risk to its business operations and business reputation unless a review of criminal history is conducted for those specific job positions.

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Information Technology

• Industries

  Information Services

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