IT Systems Administrator

The ideal candidate has hands-on systems administration knowledge, strong troubleshooting skills, and the ability to maintain reliable technology services. This position involves monitoring system performance, managing access permissions, applying updates, and supporting employees with infrastructure-related technical issues.

Responsibilities

• Install, configure, maintain, and troubleshoot servers, operating systems, and business IT infrastructure.
• Administer Windows Server and, where required, Linux-based systems.
• Manage user accounts, permissions, groups, and access policies.
• Monitor system availability, performance, storage capacity, and resource utilization.
• Perform routine system updates, security patches, and configuration maintenance.
• Support Active Directory, Microsoft 365, and related identity and productivity services.
• Maintain backup procedures and assist with disaster recovery and business continuity planning.
• Troubleshoot server, application, connectivity, and access-related issues.
• Maintain system configurations, technical documentation, and asset records.
• Apply security best practices to protect systems, accounts, and organizational data.
• Coordinate with network engineers, IT support staff, vendors, and other technical teams.
• Assist with infrastructure upgrades, software deployments, and technology improvement projects.
• Respond to incidents and escalate complex issues when necessary.

• Experience in systems administration, IT infrastructure support, or a related technical role.
• Working knowledge of Windows Server and familiarity with Linux environments.
• Understanding of Active Directory, DNS, DHCP, permissions, and authentication.
• Familiarity with networking fundamentals, including TCP/IP and VPN connectivity.
• Knowledge of backup processes, system monitoring, patch management, and troubleshooting.
• Familiarity with Microsoft 365 or comparable business technology platforms.
• Strong analytical, documentation, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to prioritize tasks and communicate technical issues clearly.
• Commitment to security procedures and reliable IT service delivery., * Bachelor’s degree in Information Technology, Computer Science, or a related field, or equivalent practical experience.
• Experience managing virtualized environments using VMware, Hyper-V, or similar technologies.
• Familiarity with cloud administration and services such as Microsoft Azure or AWS.
• Knowledge of PowerShell, Bash, or other scripting tools for administrative automation.
• Experience with endpoint management, monitoring platforms, and IT service management systems.
• Relevant certifications such as Microsoft role-based certifications, CompTIA Server+, or other infrastructure credentials.

Suggested annual salary range: $70,000-$95,000, depending on experience, technical expertise, certifications, and job responsibilities.

Potential benefits may include health insurance, paid time off, retirement savings options, training, and professional development opportunities. Actual compensation and benefits must be confirmed by the employer.

Pay: $70,000.00 - $95,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• Dental insurance
• Flexible schedule
• Relocation assistance

Hudson River Computing Inc. is the company named for this proposed position. Verify its official business identity, services, and current hiring requirements before including company-specific claims in a public job advertisement.