Systems Administrator

Role: Systems Administrator

Duration: 12 mo contract with potential for extension and conversion

Location: Chicago, IL, Neenah, WI, and Boise, ID

Interview Process: 1 and dones

Must-Haves:

• 2+ years of Systems Administration or related IT infrastructure experience
• Strong Active Directory administration experience (Users, Groups, GPOs)
• Experience supporting Windows Server environments
• VMware or other virtualization platform experience
• Knowledge of Windows endpoint operating systems
• Understanding of endpoint security hardening and security best practices
• Experience with incident management, troubleshooting, and issue resolution
• Basic networking knowledge including network topology, wireless systems, and firewalls
• Experience with backup/restore processes and system maintenance
• Ability to support vulnerability management and security compliance initiatives
• Strong customer service and end-user support skills

Plusses:

• Bachelor's Degree in Information Technology, Computer Science, or related field
• PowerShell scripting and automation experience
• Experience with Mobile Device Management (MDM) platforms such as Google or SOTI
• Exposure to Operational Technology (OT) environments
• Experience supporting manufacturing technologies and collaborative robotics
• Process improvement and innovation experience
• Google Workspace experience
• Change management experience
• Knowledge of IT/OT convergence principles

Day-to-Day:

• Install, configure, and maintain Windows Server infrastructure in VMware environments
• Manage Active Directory users, groups, and Group Policy Objects
• Implement and enforce endpoint security policies and configurations
• Install, configure, and remove hardware and software solutions
• Provide technical support and troubleshooting for internal users
• Monitor application performance and perform application maintenance
• Execute backup, restore, and system maintenance procedures
• Automate routine administrative functions using PowerShell and standard tools
• Support endpoint vulnerability management and resolve security events
• Administer MDM platforms including Google and SOTI
• Support deployment and integration of new Operational Technologies and manufacturing equipment
• Assess, document, and implement technology changes
• Investigate and resolve escalated incidents while ensuring proper documentation
• Analyze incident trends and contribute to continuous service improvement
• Collaborate with IT teams, vendors, and business partners to deliver secure technology solutions