Systems Administrator

The Systems Administrator will serve as the primary onsite IT resource for the Durham office, providing end-to-end support across desktop, server, and network environments. The role requires strong networking fundamentals, including hands-on experience with switches, firewalls, VPNs, VLANs, and general network troubleshooting.
You'll manage and maintain Windows Server, Active Directory, and VMware environments, while leveraging scripting and automation (PowerShell, Ansible) to improve efficiency. Responsibilities include system performance monitoring, hardware deployments, and contributing to infrastructure upgrades such as cluster computing systems.
This position is ideal for someone who thrives in a high-ownership environment, enjoys solving complex technical issues independently, and has at least 5+ years of system administration experience with strong communication and organizational skills.

Top Skills

• Strong networking fundamentals (firewalls, switches, VPNs, VLANs)
• Windows Server & Active Directory administration
• VMware virtualization management
• End-to-end IT support across desktop, server, and network layers
• Hardware, software, and connectivity troubleshooting
• PowerShell scripting and basic automation (Ansible preferred)
• System performance monitoring and optimization
• Ability to deploy and configure physical hardware

Desired Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in systems administration or IT support
• Bachelor's degree in a relevant technical field
• Strong diagnostic and problem-solving capabilities
• Ability to work independently with high ownership
• Strong organizational, written, and verbal communication skills
• Experience supporting production environments and infrastructure upgrades

Job Type & Location
This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Durham, NC.
Pay and Benefits
The pay range for this position is $45.00 - $55.00/hr.
Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following: Medical, dental & vision Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital 401(k) Retirement Plan - Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents) Short and long-term disability Health Spending Account (HSA) Transportation benefits Employee Assistance Program Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)
Workplace Type
This is a fully onsite position in Durham,NC.
Application Deadline
This position is anticipated to close on Feb 3, 2026.
>About TEKsystems:
We're partners in transformation. We help clients activate ideas and solutions to take advantage of a new world of opportunity. We are a team of 80,000 strong, working with over 6,000 clients, including 80% of the Fortune 500, across North America, Europe and Asia. As an industry leader in Full-Stack Technology Services, Talent Services, and real-world application, we work with progressive leaders to drive change. That's the power of true partnership. TEKsystems is an Allegis Group company.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regards to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

About TEKsystems and TEKsystems Global Services

We're a leading provider of business and technology services. We accelerate business transformation for our customers. Our expertise in strategy, design, execution and operations unlocks business value through a range of solutions. We're a team of 80,000 strong, working with over 6,000 customers, including 80% of the Fortune 500 across North America, Europe and Asia, who partner with us for our scale, full-stack capabilities and speed. We're strategic thinkers, hands-on collaborators, helping customers capitalize on change and master the momentum of technology. We're building tomorrow by delivering business outcomes and making positive impacts in our global communities. TEKsystems and TEKsystems Global Services are Allegis Group companies. Learn more at TEKsystems.com.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.