System Administrator

Join one of the nation’s leading retail automotive chains in a full-time, on-site role within our expanding enterprise IT environment. The System Administrator is responsible for maintaining and optimizing the organization’s server infrastructure. This role ensures the reliability, security, and performance of enterprise systems. The ideal candidate will have strong experience in Windows Server administration, virtualization, backup and recovery, and lifecycle management of server hardware. This role will also be responsible for building and deploying Windows systems, including virtual machines.

Key Responsibilities

● Administer, monitor, and maintain Windows Server environments, with limited support for Linux systems.

● Perform operating system upgrades, patching, and proactive maintenance to ensure system stability and compliance.

● Support Windows Failover Clustering and multiple Remote Desktop Services (RDS) farms to ensure high availability and performance.

● Manage and maintain Veeam Backup & Replication for reliable system backups and disaster recovery readiness.

● Manage Active Directory, Group Policy, and related identity and access controls.

● Administer and track Microsoft licensing compliance and renewals.

● Manage the server hardware lifecycle, including procurement, deployment, maintenance, and decommissioning.

● Collaborate with internal teams to troubleshoot complex infrastructure and application issues.

● Document configurations, processes, and standard operating procedures.

● Maintain strong security practices and adhere to organizational IT policies and standards.

Qualifications

● Bachelor’s degree in Information Technology, Computer Science, or related field (or equivalent experience).

● 3–5 years of experience in system administration within a medium to large enterprise environment.

● Proficiency in Windows Server 2016/2019/2022/2025 administration; experience with Linux systems preferred.

● Demonstrated knowledge of Hyper-V, Active Directory, DNS, DHCP, IIS and Group Policy.

● Experience with Veeam Backup & Replication or equivalent enterprise backup solutions.

● Familiarity with Windows Failover Clustering and RDS farms.

● Working knowledge of server hardware lifecycle management and asset tracking.

● Understanding of Microsoft licensing models and compliance requirements.

● Strong troubleshooting and problem-solving skills with attention to detail.

● Excellent documentation and communication abilities.