Systems Administrator

Description

We are looking for a Systems Administrator to provide dependable infrastructure support for a manufacturing site in Red Oak, Texas. This Long-term Contract position focuses on keeping core systems secure, stable, and available across both local and cloud-based environments. The role works closely with plant leadership, corporate technology teams, and security partners to protect operations and minimize downtime. Success in this position requires strong technical judgment, a proactive approach to risk reduction, and the ability to support production-critical systems in a fast-paced setting.

Responsibilities:
Oversee day-to-day administration of VMware-based server environments that support manufacturing operations and business applications.
Maintain Azure infrastructure, including compute resources, network components, and identity-related services to ensure reliable performance.
Use ManageEngine platforms to coordinate endpoint administration, software updates, asset visibility, and ongoing system health monitoring.
Support network access control and endpoint policy enforcement through Cisco security technologies and related authentication tools.
Administer backup and recovery processes with Cohesity or comparable platforms to strengthen data protection and disaster recovery readiness.
Plan and execute patching activities for servers, user devices, and critical infrastructure while reducing disruption to plant production schedules.
Apply cybersecurity controls such as endpoint defense, access governance, vulnerability remediation, and incident response support across the environment.
Partner with internal teams and external vendors on infrastructure enhancements, security initiatives, and operational improvements for the site.
Create and maintain technical documentation, configuration records, and operational procedures to support audits and consistent IT support.
Provide support for a remote manufacturing facility, including occasional after-hours assistance when incidents or urgent issues arise.

Requirements

At least 5 years of experience in systems administration or a closely related infrastructure support role.
Practical expertise with VMware technologies such as vSphere and ESXi in enterprise environments.
Hands-on experience managing Microsoft Azure services, including virtual machines, networking, and identity components.
Background using ManageEngine tools for endpoint management, patch deployment, and service or asset administration.
Familiarity with Cisco security and networking technologies, including firewall, switch, MFA, or access control environments.
Experience with backup and recovery solutions, with exposure to Cohesity considered highly valuable.
Strong understanding of cybersecurity practices, system hardening, and patch governance in uptime-sensitive production environments.
Effective troubleshooting, communication, and technical documentation skills, ideally within manufacturing IT or IT/OT settings.

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