System Administrator I

VectorUSA•Long Beach, CA

7d•$27 - $32•Onsite

About The Position

VectorUSA is looking for a hands-on, solutions‑driven Systems Administrator I to support and enhance on‑premises infrastructure for one of our key clients. In this role, you’ll work alongside senior engineers to maintain high‑availability systems, strengthen automation, and ensure secure, scalable operations across a 24/7 environment. This position is ideal for someone early in their career who wants to deepen their technical foundation, gain exposure to enterprise‑grade environments, and grow into advanced engineering or architecture roles.

Requirements

Associate or bachelor’s degree in computer science, Information Systems, or equivalent military/corporate training.
1+ years of experience in systems administration, IT operations, or technical support.
Familiarity with Windows Server, Active Directory, DNS, DHCP, and TCP/IP networking.
Experience with VMware or VDI environments.
Basic cloud computing knowledge (Azure preferred).
Strong troubleshooting and documentation skills.
Ability to work independently and manage multiple tasks.
Excellent communication skills with both technical and non-technical stakeholders.
Must meet all requirements to obtain a Federal Transportation Workers Identification Card (TWIC)

Nice To Haves

Experience with scripting and automation (PowerShell, Bash, Linux).
Exposure to Linux (CentOS, Ubuntu) OS environments.
Familiarity with monitoring tools (e.g., SolarWinds).
Familiarity with Jira & Confluence.
Basic networking knowledge.
Certifications: CompTIA A+, CompTIA Server+, - CompTIA Linux+, VMware Certified Technical Associate – Data Center Virtualization (VCTA‑DCV), Microsoft 365 or Windows Desktop Administrator (MD‑102), Qualys.

Responsibilities

Monitor and maintain core IT infrastructure, including servers, storage, and network systems.
Perform system patching, upgrades, and backups across Windows, Linux, and virtual environments.
Support and troubleshoot VMware environments (vSphere, ESXi, VDI pools).
Manage cloud services (e.g., Azure) and assist in cloud migration and automation efforts.
Automate recurring tasks using scripting languages (e.g., PowerShell, Bash, Python).
Maintain and document system configurations, procedures, and incident responses.
Provide Tier 1 and Tier 2 support for technical issues, including Sev1 incident response.
Assist with disaster recovery planning and execution.
Collaborate with cross-functional teams to support deployments and infrastructure changes.
Participate in a 24/7 operational environment.