About This Role
This Systems Administrator role supports critical infrastructure operations and high-priority technology initiatives for a leading energy provider. It is an opportunity for a hands-on infrastructure professional who enjoys troubleshooting complex systems, working with Windows and Linux environments, and taking ownership of reliable, secure enterprise infrastructure.
Responsibilities
- Administer, maintain, and troubleshoot Windows Server and Red Hat Enterprise Linux (RHEL) environments
- Support a highly virtualized infrastructure built primarily on VMware
- Maintain server performance, availability, and reliability across mission-critical systems
- Evaluate, test, and deploy operating system and application patches
- Troubleshoot Active Directory, server configurations, and infrastructure-related issues
- Support enterprise backup, endpoint protection, and security monitoring solutions
- Work with technologies such as Veeam, Symantec Endpoint Protection, Tripwire, and PRTG
- Assist with networking infrastructure, including switches, routers, firewalls, and system monitoring
- Maintain accurate technical documentation, procedures, and system configurations
- Collaborate with infrastructure teams on operational support, troubleshooting, and ongoing improvement initiatives
Requirements
- Strong hands-on experience administering Windows Server and Red Hat Enterprise Linux (RHEL)
- Experience supporting VMware virtualization and on-premises enterprise infrastructure
- Solid understanding of networking fundamentals, including TCP/IP, DNS, routing, and basic network troubleshooting
- Experience with enterprise backup, endpoint protection, or infrastructure monitoring solutions
- Strong troubleshooting skills across server, operating system, and infrastructure environments
- Ability to work independently, document technical work, and collaborate effectively with a team
Nice to have:
- Experience supporting Operational Technology (OT) or critical infrastructure environments
- Familiarity with NERC CIP or NIST security standards
- Experience with Veeam, PRTG, Symantec Endpoint Protection, or Tripwire
- Firewall administration or configuration experience
- Background supporting utilities, energy, manufacturing, or industrial environments
Important Details
- Schedule: Primarily onsite, with potential flexibility for a 4-day onsite / 1-day remote arrangement
- Employment type: Contract-to-Hire or Direct Hire
- On-Call: Rotating 24/7 support coverage, with historically light call volume
