Hybrid Windows & Linux Systems Administrator

CAI; Evanston (IL); Hybrid; USD 66,000 - 72,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401k retirement plan

Job summary

CAI is seeking a Network and Systems Administrator to install, configure, maintain, and support enterprise network infrastructure, server environments, end-user systems and business applications. This full-time, on-site role is in Evanston, IL with a 35-hour work week and potential for contract-to-hire.

Responsibilities include server and network administration, OS deployments, backups, patching, and stakeholder collaboration. Candidates should be eligible to work in the U.S. without sponsorship.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or related field, or equivalent professional experience.
• 3+ years of experience administering Windows Server environments.
• 3+ years of experience supporting desktop systems, networking infrastructure, hardware, and software.
• Experience with Microsoft server administration tools including MMC, Server Manager, PowerShell, and Windows Services.
• Working knowledge of Active Directory, domain services, and trust relationships.
• Strong understanding of DNS, TCP/IP, and core networking protocols.
• Experience supporting Windows 11 desktop and laptop environments.
• Experience with virtualization technologies such as VMware and Hyper-V.
• Experience maintaining Microsoft 365 and Microsoft Office applications, including Outlook.
• Experience onboarding and offboarding users and managing account access.
• Knowledge of cybersecurity best practices, antivirus solutions, website certificates, and MFA.
• Strong analytical, troubleshooting, and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a highly detail-oriented environment.
• Experience documenting technical processes, support activities, and infrastructure changes.

Responsibilities

• Administer and maintain Windows server environments, network infrastructure, and supporting technologies to ensure system availability and performance.
• Design, configure, test, and maintain computer hardware, networking software, operating systems, and office technology equipment.
• Monitor, troubleshoot, and resolve network, server, desktop, and application issues across the organization.
• Implement operating system installations, upgrades, patches, and technology enhancements.
• Perform data backup, restoration, and disaster recovery activities to ensure business continuity.
• Deploy software updates, enhancements, and bug fixes to Windows-based applications.
• Coordinate hardware installations, upgrades, and maintenance for network equipment and servers.
• Monitor website performance and availability to ensure uninterrupted operation of corporate web properties.
• Maintain technical documentation, network logs, maintenance records, and support procedures.
• Provide technical support to internal users and IT team members while ensuring high levels of customer service.
• Manage user onboarding and offboarding activities, including account provisioning and access management.
• Coordinate vendor relationships, technology purchases, maintenance agreements, and repair services.
• Track, prioritize, and communicate issue resolution progress through the JIRA Help Desk platform.
• Participate in after-hours support and respond to critical IT incidents as needed.

Education

Bachelor's degree or equivalent

Tools

VMware

Hyper-V

Microsoft 365

Job description

CAI is seeking a Network and Systems Administrator to install, configure, maintain, and support enterprise network infrastructure, server environments, end-user systems and business applications. This full-time, on-site role is in Evanston, IL with a 35-hour work week and potential for contract-to-hire.

Responsibilities include server and network administration, OS deployments, backups, patching, and stakeholder collaboration. Candidates should be eligible to work in the U.S. without sponsorship.