Infrastructure System Administrator

Tower Loan of Mississippi, LLC; Dogwood Place (MS); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Tower Loan of Mississippi, LLC is seeking an experienced Infrastructure System Administrator to support and maintain our IT infrastructure for a financial services environment. You will manage VMware, Windows Server, IIS, Fortinet firewalls, Cohesity backups, and BeyondTrust remote access tools.

The ideal candidate has 5+ years in system administration, strong security practices, and the ability to work independently while coordinating with IT and business teams.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or related field preferred.
• 5+ years of hands-on experience in system administration or IT infrastructure support.
• Strong experience with VMware, Windows Server, Fortinet firewalls, and IIS.
• Experience with Cohesity backup and disaster recovery systems.
• Familiarity with BeyondTrust or similar remote support platforms.

Responsibilities

• Administer, monitor, and maintain virtualized environments using VMware vSphere and ESXi.
• Manage Windows Server environments, including patching, user accounts, and troubleshooting.
• Configure and maintain IIS for hosting web applications and services.
• Administer Fortinet firewalls and security solutions to protect network access.
• Perform regular system backups and disaster recovery operations with Cohesity.

Skills

VMware vSphere

Windows Server

Fortinet

IIS

Cohesity

BeyondTrust

Security best practices

Troubleshooting

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science or IT

Tools

VMware ESXi

Fortinet Firewalls

Cohesity

BeyondTrust

Windows Server

IIS

Job description

We take pride in what we do! Deciding to come grow with us is an exciting opportunity to enhance your career success stories. You are the center to what we do. We would love to have you here!Position Overview:We are seeking a skilled and proactive Infrastructure System Administrator to support and maintain the IT infrastructure for our financial services organization. The Infrastructure System Administrator will be responsible for the day-to-day administration, performance, security, and availability of servers, virtualization platforms, network systems, and associated technologies. The ideal candidate will have strong hands-on experience with VMware, Fortinet, Cohesity, Windows Server, IIS, and BeyondTrust, and will play a critical role in maintaining system reliability and security compliance.Key Responsibilities:System Administration & Support:Administer, monitor, and maintain virtualized environments using VMware vSphere and ESXi.Manage and support Windows Server environments, including patching, user account management, and system troubleshooting.Configure and maintain IIS for hosting web applications and services.Administer Fortinet firewalls and security solutions to ensure network protection and secure access.Perform regular system backups and manage disaster recovery operations using Cohesity.Support and maintain BeyondTrust remote access tools for secure user and vendor support.Monitoring & Troubleshooting:Implement and maintain monitoring tools to track the health and performance of servers, storage, and other infrastructure components.Respond to system alerts and incidents promptly to minimize downtime and maintain business continuity.Troubleshoot and resolve hardware, software, and network issues independently or in collaboration with other IT staff.Security & Compliance:Ensure systems and configurations align with security best practices and regulatory compliance standards relevant to financial services.Assist with the implementation and enforcement of security controls and protocols across all systems.Participate in internal and external audits as needed, ensuring systems meet compliance requirements.Project Support:Participate in IT infrastructure projects, including system upgrades, migrations, and deployments.Collaborate with IT team members and other departments to implement technical solutions that support business goals.Documentation & Process Improvement:Maintain accurate documentation for system configurations, procedures, and policies.Identify areas for process and system improvement and provide recommendations to senior IT staff.Qualifications:Education:Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or related field preferred.Relevant certifications such as VMware vSphere, Fortinet NSE, Microsoft Certified Solutions Associate/Expert (MCSA/MCSE), or similar are a plus.Experience:5+ years of hands-on experience in system administration or IT infrastructure support.Strong technical experience with VMware, Windows Server, Fortinet firewalls, and IIS.Experience with Cohesity backup and disaster recovery systems.Familiarity with BeyondTrust or similar remote support platforms.Skills & Competencies:Strong knowledge of system administration, server infrastructure, and virtualization technologies.Understanding of network fundamentals and security best practices.Excellent problem-solving and troubleshooting skills.Ability to manage tasks independently and prioritize work effectively.Strong communication skills and ability to collaborate with technical and non-technical teams.