Systems Administrator

Aston Carter•Town of Patterson, NY

9d•$31 - $38•Onsite

About The Position

The Systems Administrator supports day-to-day IT operations across office, engineering, and manufacturing environments at an established aerospace and defense manufacturer. This hands-on, multifaceted role covers end-user support, systems administration, network infrastructure, cybersecurity, virtualization, and IT projects. The position works on-site in Patterson, New York, Monday through Friday from 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM, and is contract-to-hire.

Requirements

3–5 years of experience in IT support, systems administration, or a similar hands-on technical role.
Experience configuring, supporting, or troubleshooting firewalls and network switches.
Strong understanding of networking fundamentals, including TCP/IP, DNS, DHCP, VLANs, and wireless networking.
Hands-on experience administering Microsoft 365 and Active Directory.
Experience supporting Windows operating systems, workstations, and server environments.
Familiarity with VMware ESXi or similar virtualization technologies.
Knowledge of endpoint management, system patching, backups, and cybersecurity best practices.
Strong troubleshooting skills and ability to independently diagnose and resolve technical issues.
Excellent communication, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
Ability to manage multiple priorities and work effectively in a hands-on, on-site environment.

Nice To Haves

Experience with FortiGate firewalls and Cisco switching infrastructure.
Familiarity with NIST 800-171 compliance or other cybersecurity frameworks.
Experience with 802.1X authentication, network access control (NAC), or remote monitoring and management (RMM) tools.
Previous experience supporting manufacturing, aerospace, defense, or other technical environments.
CompTIA A+ or related IT certifications.
Experience working in a small to mid-sized organization where IT professionals support multiple technologies.

Responsibilities

Provide hands-on technical support to employees in office, engineering, and manufacturing environments.
Troubleshoot hardware, software, operating system, printer, and network connectivity issues.
Install, configure, maintain, and troubleshoot Windows workstations, laptops, and servers.
Administer Microsoft 365 and Active Directory, including user accounts, permissions, and access management.
Manage IT onboarding and offboarding, including equipment setup, account provisioning, and access removal.
Support and maintain network infrastructure, including FortiGate firewalls, Cisco switches, and wireless networks.
Troubleshoot networking issues involving TCP/IP, DNS, DHCP, VLANs, and connectivity.
Assist with firewall configurations, network changes, and infrastructure maintenance.
Support cybersecurity initiatives, vulnerability management, system patching, and compliance with NIST 800-171 requirements.
Assist with endpoint security, data backups, and system protection.
Support VMware ESXi virtual environments, servers, storage, and backup systems.
Maintain endpoint management processes, including device imaging, software deployment, patching, and asset tracking.
Monitor system performance, troubleshoot technical issues, and help ensure IT operations are reliable.
Maintain accurate IT documentation, system configurations, and equipment inventories.
Coordinate with external IT vendors and service providers when additional support is needed.
Participate in IT projects and collaborate with internal teams to support business and manufacturing operations.

Benefits

Paid holidays and two weeks of paid time off.
Medical, dental, and vision benefits, if eligible.
Critical illness, accident, and hospital coverage, if eligible.
401(k) retirement plan with pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available, if eligible.
Voluntary life and AD&D insurance for employees and dependents, if eligible.
Short- and long-term disability coverage, if eligible.
Health Spending Account (HSA), if eligible.
Transportation benefits, if eligible.
Employee Assistance Program, if eligible.
Time off/leave, including PTO, vacation, or sick leave, if eligible.