IT Systems Administrator - Mason Area

Job Description:

IT Systems Administrator | Mason, MI

Salary Range: $67,000 - $106,000 depending on experience

Are you a meticulous professional with a passion for excelling in it systems administrator? The Pivot Group Network, a West Michigan manufacturing-focused recruiting group, is dedicated to fostering meaningful relationships and supporting career growth. We are collaborating with companies in Mason seeking experienced IT Systems Administrators.

We are building our network of talent in this field across West Michigan and the broader manufacturing region Pivot Group Network serves. Our partner companies may or may not have an immediate opening for this exact role today, but we actively look for skilled professionals in the regions where they operate. If there is alignment now or in the near future, we reach out.

The Opportunity

We are collaborating with multiple companies in Mason seeking experienced IT Systems Administrators. These organizations value long-term fit and are looking for professionals who bring both skill and alignment. By joining our network, you gain access to opportunities tailored to your goals.

Key Responsibilities

• Oversee and maintain all IT infrastructure, including servers, networks, and storage systems.
• Manage and support all manufacturing-specific software applications, such as MES and SCADA.
• Implement and enforce cybersecurity measures to protect sensitive manufacturing data and intellectual property.
• Provide technical support and troubleshooting for hardware and software issues across the production floor.
• Develop and maintain comprehensive documentation for IT systems, processes, and configurations.
• Plan and execute system upgrades, patches, and migrations with minimal disruption to manufacturing operations.
• Monitor system performance and proactively identify and resolve potential issues to ensure operational uptime.

Recommended Qualifications

• 3+ years experience as an IT Systems Administrator, preferably in a manufacturing environment.
• Proven experience managing and troubleshooting Windows Server environments (e.g., Active Directory, Group Policy, DNS, DHCP).
• Strong understanding of network protocols, firewalls, VPNs, and wireless technologies.
• Experience with virtualization technologies (e.g., VMware, Hyper-V) and storage solutions (e.g., SAN, NAS).
• Familiarity with industrial control systems (ICS) and operational technology (OT) cybersecurity best practices.
• Ability to provide technical support for hardware, software, and network issues in a production setting.

Bonus Qualifications

• Experience with SCADA or MES systems.
• Familiarity with industrial networking protocols (e.g., Modbus TCP/IP, EtherNet/IP).
• Knowledge of cybersecurity best practices for operational technology (OT) environments.
• Experience supporting ERP systems in a manufacturing context (e.g., SAP, Oracle EBS).

Job Titles That Should Apply

IT Systems Administrator, Systems Administrator, System Administrator, Server Administrator, Network Administrator, Infrastructure Engineer, IT Administrator, Systems Engineer, Senior Systems Administrator, Junior Systems Administrator, Cloud Systems Administrator, DevOps Engineer

Why The Pivot Group Network

The Pivot Group Network was founded by manufacturing professionals who've been on both sides of the hiring process. Our clients are strategic-they partner with us because they want real insight into their roles and the people filling them, not a stack of resumes. We focus on match-driven placements built around what actually matters: Commute, Compensation, Culture, and Career trajectory. Learn more at ;br>
If you're ready to take the next step in your career and connect with a firm that values fit over speed, we invite you to reach out at The Pivot Group Network offers resources to support your search-market insights, resume feedback, and interview preparation. As our partnerships grow, we'll reach out with opportunities aligned with your goals. Thank you for considering this approach to career advancement.

Required Skills:
Resume
Data
Offers
TCP/IP
DNS
Access
Support
Virtualization
Operations
Firewalls
ERP
Salary
Hiring
Partnerships
VMware
Recruiting
Windows Server
Compensation
Servers
Active Directory
Storage
DevOps
SAP
Infrastructure
Manufacturing
Networking
Technical Support
Oracle
Troubleshooting
Windows
Preparation
Software
Documentation

Salary Package:
$ 67,000.00 - 106,000.00 (US Dollar)