Systems Administrator

Easterseals PORT Health • Durham, NC

3d • $85,000 - $95,000 • Remote

About The Position

Easterseals PORT Health is seeking a Systems Administrator to join its IT Team in Morrisville, North Carolina. North Carolina residency is required. The position is mostly remote, with intermittent travel to the Morrisville office, and is scheduled Monday through Friday, 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. It is a full-time, exempt role with an annual salary of $85,000–$95,000.

The Systems Administrator administers, maintains, and supports the organization’s server, cloud, and identity infrastructure, helping keep systems secure, reliable, and optimized across multiple locations. The role covers virtualized environments, Microsoft cloud services, directory services, endpoint management platforms, and monitoring systems. It also serves as an escalation point for advanced troubleshooting, complex technical issues, and infrastructure-related service requests, working closely with Cyber Security, Networking, Service Desk, and other IT teams.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in computer science, information technology, or a related field, or equivalent experience.
• 3–5 years of professional systems administration or infrastructure experience.
• Strong proficiency with Microsoft cloud technologies and virtualization platforms.
• Experience with endpoint management, monitoring, and backup systems.
• Experience developing and maintaining PowerShell scripts and automation for system administration, reporting, and operational efficiency.
• Strong analytical, root-cause troubleshooting, and problem-solving abilities.
• Strong organizational skills and clear, concise communication abilities.
• A holistic troubleshooting mindset, with the ability to trace issues from endpoint through network to cloud.
• Strong grasp of DNS, DHCP, Group Policy, TCP/IP, and PKI/certificates.
• North Carolina residency.

Nice To Haves

• Experience administering Linux server environments, including installation, configuration, patching, and troubleshooting.
• Microsoft certifications such as AZ-104, MS-102, SC-900, or SC-300.
• VMware or Hyper-V certifications.
• CompTIA Network+, Security+, or CySA+ certifications.

Responsibilities

• Administer hybrid Active Directory and Microsoft Entra ID, including MFA, Conditional Access, and modern authentication.
• Configure and maintain Microsoft Intune profiles, compliance policies, Windows Autopilot, and mobile device management.
• Manage Microsoft 365 services, including Exchange Online and Teams.
• Install, patch, and maintain Windows Server systems.
• Troubleshoot multi-site network connectivity, including VLANs, routing, firewalls, and Cisco technologies.
• Implement system-hardening best practices.
• Support VMware and Nutanix environments.
• Manage enterprise backup and recovery solutions, including Veeam.
• Develop PowerShell and Microsoft Graph API scripts to automate routine tasks and reduce manual administration.
• Provide escalation support for advanced troubleshooting, complex technical issues, and infrastructure-related service requests.
• Collaborate with Cyber Security, Networking, Service Desk, and other IT teams.

Benefits

• Generous paid time off and holidays.
• Medical, dental, and vision coverage.
• Flexible spending account (FSA).
• Life and disability insurance.
• 403(b) retirement plan.
• Employee Assistance Program and legal services.
• Professional development and training opportunities, including AHEC where applicable.
• Public Service Loan Forgiveness eligibility where applicable.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level