Hybrid Systems Administrator: Cloud & On-Prem Networking

DataStaff, Inc.; Raleigh (NC); Hybrid; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision coverage

Paid vacation

401k after 6 months

Job summary

DataStaff, Inc. is seeking a Systems Administrator for a long-term contract in Raleigh, NC. The role focuses on supporting a hybrid Windows/Linux on-prem and cloud infrastructure, ensuring connectivity between cloud and on-prem systems, and enabling modernization efforts.

Responsibilities include cloud infrastructure support, database replication/migration, patching, automation, and incident response. Desired skills cover F5 BigIP, Palo Alto firewalls, and various monitoring tools, with a strong

Qualifications

• 5+ years hands-on experience supporting Windows and Linux server environments.
• Experience with hybrid infrastructure, cloud services, or cloud migration activities.
• Proficiency with PowerShell, Bash, or other scripting languages for automation and troubleshooting.
• Experience with virtualization technologies such as VMware or Hyper-V.
• Knowledge of cloud-integrated infrastructure (AWS/Azure), including on-prem to cloud connectivity.
• Solid understanding of TCP/IP networking, DNS, DHCP, routing and switching fundamentals.
• Familiarity with monitoring and alerting platforms (Splunk, CrowdStrike, Security Onion, WhatsUp Gold).
• Strong problem-solving abilities and analytical thinking.
• Effective communication with technical and non-technical stakeholders.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong documentation and organizational skills.

Responsibilities

• Support and maintain cloud-integrated infrastructure including Windows and Linux VMs.
• Design and optimize secure connectivity between cloud environments and on-prem data centers.
• Assist in database replication/migration activities between on-prem and cloud services.
• Perform system administration tasks including patching, deployments, tuning, backups, and capacity planning.
• Administer and troubleshoot F5 BigIP traffic managers and SSL profiles.
• Assist in managing Palo Alto firewalls and security policies.
• Collaborate with network team to resolve Layer 2/3 networking issues.
• Develop and maintain documentation for systems and SOPs.
• Support incident response and vulnerability remediation efforts.
• Work with cross-functional teams on deployments, upgrades, and automation initiatives.

Skills

Windows & Linux admin

Hybrid cloud

Scripting (PowerShell/Bash)

Virtualization (VMware/Hyper-V)

Networking fundamentals

Cloud platforms (AWS/Azure)

Monitoring/alerting

Documentation

Incident response

Independent & collaborative work

Tools

F5 BigIP

Palo Alto Firewalls

Splunk

WhatsUp Gold

Security Onion

Job description

DataStaff, Inc. is seeking a Systems Administrator for a long-term contract in Raleigh, NC. The role focuses on supporting a hybrid Windows/Linux on-prem and cloud infrastructure, ensuring connectivity between cloud and on-prem systems, and enabling modernization efforts.

Responsibilities include cloud infrastructure support, database replication/migration, patching, automation, and incident response. Desired skills cover F5 BigIP, Palo Alto firewalls, and various monitoring tools, with a strong