Systems Administrator

Absolute Computer Solutions
Maryland Heights, MO, United States
26 days ago

Role details

Contract type
Permanent contract
Employment type
Full-time (> 32 hours)
Experience level
Experienced
Experience required
3 years minimum
Compensation
$57,652.0 - $70,000.0
Working hours
Regular working hours
Job source

Tech stack

Multitier Architecture Microsoft Windows Active Directory Amazon Web Services Microsoft Azure Bash Shell BIOS Ubuntu (Operating System) Cloud Computing Cluster Analysis Dynamic Host Configuration Protocol Linux
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Job description

  • Act as the Tier III escalation point for technical issues.
  • Lead infrastructure and cloud migration projects.
  • Design, build, and maintain Microsoft Windows Server environments.
  • Install, configure, and administer Linux servers.
  • Deploy and maintain Microsoft Exchange (On-Premises and Microsoft 365 Exchange Online).
  • Design and deploy Microsoft Azure and Amazon Web Services (AWS) cloud solutions.
  • Build physical servers including RAID configuration, BIOS, firmware, operating system installation, virtualization, and production deployment.
  • Configure and manage Hyper-V and VMware virtualization environments.
  • Design and maintain Active Directory, Group Policy, DNS, DHCP, Certificate Services, and Microsoft Entra ID.
  • Perform Microsoft 365 tenant administration including:
  • Exchange Online
  • SharePoint Online
  • Teams
  • OneDrive
  • Licensing
  • Security & Compliance
  • Implement hybrid Active Directory and Entra ID synchronization.
  • Plan and execute server migrations and infrastructure upgrades.
  • Perform disaster recovery planning, backup implementation, and recovery testing.
  • Troubleshoot advanced networking issues involving VLANs, VPNs, routing, switching, firewalls, and DNS.
  • Work directly with clients to gather requirements and recommend solutions.
  • Document infrastructure, procedures, and project work.
  • Mentor Tier I and Tier II engineers.

Required Technical SkillsMicrosoft Technologies

  • Microsoft Windows Server (2016/2019/2022/2025)
  • Active Directory
  • Group Policy
  • Microsoft Entra ID (Azure AD)
  • DNS
  • DHCP
  • DFS
  • Certificate Services
  • Microsoft Exchange
  • Microsoft 365 Administration
  • PowerShell

Cloud Platforms

  • Microsoft Azure
  • Azure Virtual Machines
  • Azure Networking
  • Azure Storage
  • Azure Backup
  • Azure Site Recovery
  • Amazon Web Services (AWS)
  • Cloud migrations

Virtualization

  • Hyper-V
  • VMware ESXi
  • Virtual Machine migrations
  • Storage configuration
  • High Availability
  • Clustering

Linux

  • Ubuntu
  • Rocky Linux
  • Red Hat Enterprise Linux (RHEL)
  • User management
  • Networking
  • LVM
  • Package management
  • Bash scripting

Networking

  • TCP/IP
  • VLANs
  • VPN
  • Routing
  • Switching
  • Wireless networking
  • Firewalls
  • DNS
  • DHCP

Server Hardware

  • Dell PowerEdge
  • Lenovo ThinkSystem
  • HP Enterprise Servers
  • RAID Controllers
  • BIOS/Firmware
  • SAN Storage
  • Fibre Channel
  • iDRAC / iLO

Preferred Experience

Experience with any of the following is highly desirable:

  • Microsoft Intune
  • Microsoft Defender
  • Cisco Meraki
  • SonicWall
  • Veeam Backup & Replication
  • Datto
  • Azure Virtual Desktop
  • Linux web servers
  • SQL Server
  • PowerShell automation
  • Microsoft Teams Voice
  • Microsoft Defender for Business
  • Cybersecurity best practices
  • Disaster recovery planning
  • CMMC / NIST 800-171 environments

Requirements

  • 5+ years of Systems Administration experience.
  • 3+ years working for a Managed Service Provider preferred.
  • Experience leading infrastructure projects.
  • Excellent troubleshooting skills.
  • Strong customer communication skills.
  • Ability to manage multiple client environments simultaneously.
  • Valid driver’s license and reliable transportation.

What We’re Looking For

The ideal candidate:

  • Thinks beyond simply fixing issues and looks for long-term solutions.
  • Enjoys designing and building new environments.
  • Can take ownership of projects from planning through completion.
  • Works well independently and as part of a team.
  • Communicates technical concepts clearly to clients.
  • Maintains excellent documentation.
  • Is organized and able to prioritize multiple tasks effectively.
  • Has a passion for learning new technologies.

Benefits & conditions

Pulled from the full job description

  • Health insurance
  • Retirement plan
  • Paid time off
  • Paid holidays
  • Opportunities for advancement, * Competitive Salary
  • Health Insurance
  • Paid Time Off
  • Paid Holidays
  • Retirement Plan
  • Training & Certification Reimbursement
  • Company Provided Equipment
  • Career Growth Opportunities

Join Our Team

If you’re passionate about technology, enjoy solving challenging infrastructure problems, and want to work in an environment where no two days are the same, we’d love to hear from you.

Apply today and help build the future of IT.

Pay: $57,652.43 - $70,000.00 per year

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