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Agent guide: [/agents.md](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/agents.md). --- # System Administrator II - **Company:** Kapsch TrafficCom - **Location:** Corona, CA, United States - **Salary:** $81,000.0 - $110,000.0 - **Contract:** Permanent contract - **Skills:** Microsoft Windows, Active Directory, Computing Platforms, Microsoft Azure, Backup Devices, Cloud Computing, Computer Networks, Databases, System Configuration, Disaster Recovery, File System Permissions, Monitoring of Systems, Hyper-V, Identity and Access Management, Intrusion Detection Systems, Network Security, PostgreSQL, Local Security Policy, Microsoft Office, Microsoft SQL Server, Windows Servers, Nagios, Open Source Technology, Oracle (Applications), PCI Data Security Standards, Windows PowerShell, Remote Access Technology, Microsoft SharePoint, Virtualization Technology, Enterprise Software Applications, Software Troubleshooting, Firewalls (Computer Science), Information Technology, Patch Management, Hardware Infrastructure, Splunk, User Accounts, Vmware - **Published:** October 16, 2026 - **Apply:** https://www.indeed.com/viewjob?jk=abeaaf8c2f647c0a ## About the Role * Strong knowledge of troubleshooting methodologies, diagnostic techniques, and issue resolution best practices across infrastructure, hardware, software, and enterprise systems. * Understanding of system security principles, including access control management, backup and recovery procedures, firewalls, intrusion detection systems (IDS), and overall cybersecurity best practices. * Ability to identify, prioritize, track, and successfully complete tasks across multiple projects while meeting established deadlines. * Hands-on experience with Microsoft Active Directory, PowerShell, SharePoint, and Microsoft Office Suite. * Experience installing, configuring, and maintaining operating systems, server hardware, and related infrastructure components. * Experience monitoring system performance and maintaining environments using tools such as Nagios, Splunk, and other infrastructure monitoring solutions. * Working knowledge of Linux operating systems and open-source technologies. * Strong experience supporting and administering Windows server and desktop operating systems. * Experience with virtualization technologies, including VMware and Microsoft Hyper-V. * Experience managing user accounts, permissions, and access rights within enterprise environments. * Familiarity with developing, implementing, and supporting backup and disaster recovery strategies and plans. * Experience performing system upgrades, patching activities, and deployments of new software releases and hardware platforms. * Ability to develop technical expertise and provide training and guidance to end users and technical staff on new technologies and processes. * Understanding of data privacy, security, and compliance standards, including PCI-DSS and SOC frameworks. * Strong understanding of Microsoft Azure services, workloads, identity management, security, governance, networking, and cloud administration principles. * Experience with databases such as SQL Server, Oracle, and PostgreSQL, as well as networking concepts including LAN, WAN, and patch management processes. * Bachelor's degree in Information Technology, Computer Science, or a related discipline, or equivalent professional experience. * Professional certifications such as Microsoft Certified Systems Administrator (MCSA), Microsoft Certified: Azure Administrator Associate, or equivalent cloud and infrastructure certifications are highly desirable. ## Description The System Administrator II will be responsible for supporting the smooth and reliable day-to-day operation of customer on-premises and cloud-based systems. This includes overseeing system design activities, hardware and software installation and configuration, and ensuring the long-term monitoring, security, administration, maintenance, and performance of critical infrastructure. The System Administrator II will work closely with customers, project teams, and internal stakeholders to maintain system stability, support operational needs, and deliver secure, high-availability technology solutions. How You'll Make an Impact * Ensure system security through the administration of access controls, backup processes, and security best practices. * Configure, maintain, and manage user access for assigned projects and operational environments. * Research, evaluate, and recommend hardware, software, and infrastructure improvements to support business and operational needs. * Monitor and assess operating system performance, performing routine updates, upgrades, patches, and system modifications. * Administer and maintain server hardware, operating systems, and associated software platforms. * Develop and maintain technical documentation, user guides, and support materials for training and operational purposes. * Manage secure network connectivity and remote access solutions for remote users and distributed teams. * Conduct system security audits and support compliance initiatives to ensure adherence to organizational and customer requirements. * Manage the onboarding, relocation, replacement, and retirement of IT equipment and assets. * Implement, administer, and monitor identity, governance, storage, compute, and virtual networking services within Microsoft Azure environments. * Provision, size, monitor, optimize, and adjust cloud resources across multiple infrastructure projects. * Implement and maintain Windows-based security controls, including user and group permissions, file and folder permissions, Group Policy Objects (GPOs), and local security policies. * Analyze, identify, and implement system enhancements, upgrades, and technical solutions to improve platform performance, reliability, security, and supportability. * Ensure compliance with customer corporate policies through reporting, audits, and compliance management programs. * Provide technical support for system validations, testing activities, and change management initiatives. * Work closely with System Engineers and Project Managers to ensure best practices are applied throughout system design, implementation, and operational support phases. * Create, maintain, and track physical and logical inventories of servers and related infrastructure assets. * Support multiple customers, projects, and environments, balancing operational priorities and project requirements. * Perform additional duties and responsibilities as assigned.