Systems Administrator

 

Job Purpose

Under limited supervision, the Systems Administrator provides dynamic, responsive, collaborative, and forward-thinking vision, and assist in the management of technology systems and services to support the mission and goals of the company and keeping up with industry standards. This includes being involved in the planning, purchasing, development, implementation, management and maintenance of all applications, infrastructure, security, and networks.  You will assist IT in making sure that is customer SLAs are met and support internal back-office functions. Effective cross-location and departmental collaboration and management is essential to success in this position.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Contribute to project planning, ensuring timely delivery of assigned components in compliance with established SLAs and project milestones.
• Assess, recommend, and implement modern tools, technologies, and processes to build scalable, secure, and high-performing platforms aligned with business objectives.
• Collaborate with leadership and key stakeholders to translate business priorities into technical strategies, guiding an agile team toward predictable, high-quality outcomes.
• Develop and maintain comprehensive technical documentation for all existing and new software platforms to support operational continuity and knowledge sharing.
• Oversee and optimize IT systems management, including long-term strategic planning, annual roadmap execution, resource allocation, process improvement, and performance reporting to drive continuous improvement and operational excellence.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in IT service operations
• Operating Systems Expertise: Advanced knowledge of Windows Server 2016+
• Virtualization: Experience with VMware, Hyper-V, or other Hypervisor platforms
• Networking Fundamentals: Strong understanding of TCP/IP, DNS, DHCP, VPN, firewalls, and routing.
• Security Best Practices: Familiarity with identity management, patching, compliance frameworks, and cybersecurity principles.
• Scripting & Automation: Proficiency in PowerShell or Python for automation and system management.
• Monitoring & Performance Tuning: Experience with tools like Nagios, SolarWinds, or similar.

Working Conditions
Primarily work in an office environment. Will be expected to travel as needed to company subsidiaries, as well as to potential acquires to conduct due diligence. Periodic weekend or evening work is expected.

Direct Reports

Determining compensation for this role (and others) at Vaco/Highspring depends upon a wide array of factors including but not limited to the individual’s skill sets, experience and training, licensure and certifications, office location and other geographic considerations, as well as other business and organizational needs. With that said, as required by local law in geographies that require salary range disclosure, Vaco/Highspring notes the salary range for the role is noted in this job posting. The individual may also be eligible for discretionary bonuses, and can participate in medical, dental, and vision benefits as well as the company’s 401(k) retirement plan.