Systems Administrator

Kforce has a client seeking a Systems Administrator in Southfield, MI. The ideal candidate possesses expertise in a wide range of technologies, including cloud migration and operations, infrastructure virtualization, and identity and access management., * Maintain and administer systems and software operating on Windows, Linux (Ubuntu), and QNAP environments

• Maintain and administer Nutanix server and Citrix desktop virtual infrastructure
• Manage multiple domains and forests, including domain controllers, DNS, and Active Directory services
• Maintain Fileserver DFS/NTFS/Share Permissions for efficient file storage and access
• Maintain and validate the integrity of system backups using solutions such as Rubrix
• Provide technical support for collaboration platforms and financial applications (i.e. Sage, Doculink, and Biz Insight)
• Maintain and administer endpoint management and software deployment solutions such as PDQ and NinjaOne
• Perform system maintenance and upgrades including patches, hot fixes and security configurations
• Work alongside security analysts to ensure security and identity management solutions are properly implemented to meet business requirements while balancing IT security risks
• Recommend security and performance enhancements (technological and procedural) to management and senior IT staff;
• Participate in disaster recovery and business continuity testing for IT systems and resources
• Improve current and, if missing, create new processes and procedures for troubleshooting and resolving common IT systems-related issues
• Stay up-to-date on the latest information technologies and industry trends to enhance network performance and security
• Travel to individual sites to perform site surveys, install new and configure new equipment
• Provide on-call and after-hours support as needed

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or related field
• Professional certifications such as CompTIA Network+, CCNA, Fortinet NSE, Microsoft, and VMware are advantageous
• Proven experience (4 years) as an IT Systems Administrator with hands-on experience in active directory and endpoint management solutions
• Thorough knowledge of and hands-on experience with PDQ, 8x8, Nutanix, Office 365, Rubrik, Citrix and other relevant IT systems
• Thorough understanding of cybersecurity principles and best practices
• Thorough knowledge of technical hardware, software and standards of networking to include router/switching technology (e.g. BGP/OSPF, Ports, Subnetting, Layer3 switching, etc.) to also include LAN, WLAN, WAN, WWAN technologies and standards
• Experience with financial and healthcare-related applications is a plus
• Hands-on experience with monitoring, network diagnostic and network analytic tools. (e.g PingPlotter, WireShark, etc.) is a plus
• Excellent troubleshooting skills with the ability to analyze complex network issues
• Strong organizational and multitasking skills
• Strong writing skills for creating IT-related compliance documents
• Ability to work independently, as well as part of a team
• Flexibility to work evenings and weekends as needed

The pay range is the lowest to highest compensation we reasonably in good faith believe we would pay at posting for this role. We may ultimately pay more or less than this range. Employee pay is based on factors like relevant education, qualifications, certifications, experience, skills, seniority, location, performance, union contract and business needs. This range may be modified in the future.

We offer comprehensive benefits including medical/dental/vision insurance, HSA, FSA, 401(k), and life, disability & ADD insurance to eligible employees. Salaried personnel receive paid time off. Hourly employees are not eligible for paid time off unless required by law. Hourly employees on a Service Contract Act project are eligible for paid sick leave.

Note: Pay is not considered compensation until it is earned, vested and determinable. The amount and availability of any compensation remains in Kforce's sole discretion unless and until paid and may be modified in its discretion consistent with the law.