Systems Administrator

ExecRecruitment•Detroit, MI

6d•Onsite

About The Position

The Systems Administrator will work onsite every day, Monday through Friday, installing, managing, maintaining, and troubleshooting an enterprise compute, storage, and desktop environment. The environment includes Office 365, email, Azure, VMware, Windows Server, SAN/NAS, backup, file and print services, and antivirus tools. The position provides support for enterprise hardware and software and contributes to system architecture, projects, preventive maintenance, documentation, reporting, and technical guidance for staff and contractors.

Requirements

Bachelor of Science in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field; alternatively, a high school diploma plus at least two years of demonstrated enterprise infrastructure experience in addition to the experience required by the minimum qualifications.
At least 1–2 years of experience with basic deployment, configuration, and troubleshooting of Microsoft Server platforms, including Windows Server 2019 or 2022.
Experience with Microsoft software services, Windows desktop operating systems, Microsoft management services, and Active Directory.
Understanding of physical server hardware and storage concepts, including Dell PowerEdge, HP ProLiant, Compellent, Pure Storage, and Data Domain.
Familiarity with VMware virtualization and management platforms, including ESXi, vCenter, and vSphere.
Basic knowledge of Windows SQL Server.
Understanding of Microsoft 365 user management and Defender or comparable security tools.
Some familiarity with Microsoft Endpoint Configuration Manager (SCCM) or Intune.
Some familiarity with PowerShell and its uses.
Exposure to Microsoft Azure services, including Azure AD and basic governance concepts.
Familiarity with Exchange Online or on-premises Exchange.
Familiarity with backup and recovery solutions such as Veeam or similar.
Ability to assist with data center tasks, including rack and stack of equipment.
Strong problem-solving skills, willingness to learn, and ability to work in a team environment.
Ability to lift up to 30 pounds as part of hardware installation duties.

Nice To Haves

Experience with VMware vSAN, Wasabi Cloud, Azure Co-Pilot AI, certificate authorities, or disaster recovery services, including testing, planning, and documentation.
Working knowledge or experience with Recast, ManageEngine, ServiceNow, SolarWinds, or Adobe.
General knowledge or experience with information security concepts and practices.
General knowledge or experience with Oracle Cloud Infrastructure (IaaS/PaaS).
General knowledge or experience with Linux and DevOps technology stacks.
General knowledge or experience with container technology platforms.
Basic understanding of emerging technologies and concepts such as AI/ML and IoT.
One or more relevant certifications, or equivalent, such as Microsoft 365 Certified: Administrator Expert; Microsoft Certified: Azure Solutions Architect Expert; Microsoft Certified: Windows Server Hybrid Administrator Associate; VMware VCDX, VCAP, VCTA, or vSAN 2024 Specialist; Pure Storage certifications; Dell PowerEdge or PowerScale certifications; or VEEAM Certified Engineer (VMCE).

Responsibilities

Implement and support projects to meet TS goals and objectives.
Implement, manage, maintain, and support system architecture solutions.
Provide 24x7x365 support and resolution for enterprise hardware and software as needed.
Create and maintain standard operating procedure (SOP) documentation.
Provide reports and metrics for performance analysis and growth planning.
Establish a preventive maintenance (PM) schedule and execute planned activities.
Provide technical and operational guidance to staff and contractors as needed.
Assist with data center tasks, including rack and stack of equipment.
Perform related duties as directed.