Systems Administrator

TEKsystems•Odenton, MD

8d•$45 - $50•Onsite

About The Position

This is a contract position for a Systems Administrator based in Odenton, MD. The role involves leading, managing, and supporting IT systems, including software installations and upgrades, troubleshooting complex hardware and software issues, monitoring system performance, and ensuring data recoverability through backup processes. The administrator will also conduct audits, manage IT infrastructure, and maintain documentation.

Requirements

Windows, System administrator, Vmware, tier 2 support, active directory, Windows administration, Windows server
Advanced troubleshooting skills for IT systems and infrastructure.
Ability to provide detailed analysis and deliver feedback to agency management and customers regarding escalated tickets.
Comprehensive knowledge of managing IT infrastructure components, operating systems, and application software.
Sec+ Certification
Computing Environment certification: MSCA 2016, Microsoft Azure Administrator, or equivalent (must obtain full AZ104 Microsoft Azure Administrator Certification within 180 days from the start date).

Responsibilities

Perform systems administration of desktop and server systems connected to local and wide-area networks, including desktop system management of account monitoring, security updates, and OS installations.
Provide support for IT systems' implementation, troubleshooting, and maintenance.
Ensure day-to-day operations, monitoring, and problem resolution for all client/server/storage/network/mobile devices.
Deliver Tier 1 and Tier 2 support, including problem identification, diagnosis, and resolution, while escalating complex issues.
Configure and manage operating systems, including UNIX and Windows, and install and maintain operating system and application software.
Enhance operating system performance and reliability by implementing upgrades and optimizing configurations.
Support hardware problem resolution and dispatch deployment, remaining actively involved in resolving major issues.
Integrate new technologies into existing systems, handling transitions and migrations effectively and efficiently.