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# Systems Administrator

- **Company:** Harter Secrest & Emery LLP
- **Location:** Rochester, NY, United States
- **Experience:** Experienced
- **Salary:** $80,000.0 - $95,000.0
- **Contract:** Permanent contract
- **Skills:** Microsoft Azure, CompTIA Security+, Cyber Security, System Configuration, Disaster Recovery, Issue Tracking Systems, Network Troubleshooting, Software Deployment, System Software, Backup and Restore, Information Technology, Network Server
- **Published:** September 25, 2026
- **Apply:** https://www.indeed.com/viewjob?jk=821dc873a2e2c339

## About the Role

HSE is seeking an experienced systems administrator with a passion for technology. The successful candidate will demonstrate strong customer service skills, an interest in IT operating systems, and a desire to support business continuity planning and testing initiatives. This role requires excellent communication skills, attention to detail, and the ability to balance service excellence with organizational security and compliance., * Bachelor's degree in IT or related field (preferred) 3-5 years of experience in system administration, troubleshooting, and deployment; relevant certifications (e.g., MCSA, CompTIA Security+, Azure Admin) are a plus, * Strong communication and documentation skills; ability to demonstrate a service approach to internal clients

 * Desire and initiative to learn emerging technologies
 * Ability to work independently and within a team environment

This position may require after-hours support in emergency situations and updates.

## Description

* Identify, diagnose, and resolve system issues and implement long-term solutions
 * Installing operating system software, patches and upgrades
 * Configuring, optimizing, fine-tuning and monitoring operating system software and servers
 * Performing system backups and recovery
 * Analyzing, troubleshooting and resolving system hardware, software and networking issues
 * Lead or assist in IT infrastructure projects
 * Maintain accurate documentation for system configurations and procedures
 * Responsible for oversight of IT assets and maintain accurate inventory records in accordance with state regulations
 * Administer system-wide configurations such as group policy and software deployment
 * Work within a ticketing system, document resolutions, and contribute to the IT team's internal knowledge base
 * Participate and contribute to the business continuity planning to create and test processes
 * Other projects as assigned by the Network Engineering Manager and Chief Information Officer, * Solid understanding and experience in IT security, compliance, and disaster recovery planning and testing