Onsite Systems Administrator – VMware & Security

CFS; Lakeland (FL); On-site; USD 95,000 - 115,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

3 Weeks PTO

401k w/ match

Onsite Gym

Comprehensive Benefits Package

Professional Development Opportunities

Job summary

CFS in Lakeland, FL is seeking a seasoned Systems Administrator to support, optimize, and secure a complex enterprise IT infrastructure. You will lead modernization efforts, shepherd critical projects, and influence the future tech environment.

The ideal candidate will have hands-on expertise in Microsoft technologies, virtualization, system security, and enterprise infrastructure. You will mentor staff and drive continuous improvement across systems and operations.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of progressive Systems Administration experience in mid-size to enterprise environments.
• Strong experience administering VMware virtual environments.
• Advanced knowledge of Windows Server administration, deployment, hardening, and troubleshooting.
• Experience managing Microsoft 365 environments, including Entra ID, Exchange Online, SharePoint, Teams, Defender, and Purview.
• Strong understanding of infrastructure security, patch management, vulnerability remediation, and security best practices.
• Experience with Active Directory, Group Policy, DNS, DHCP, and identity management.
• Proven ability to lead infrastructure projects and manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
• Excellent troubleshooting, communication, and documentation skills.

Responsibilities

• System Maintenance & Monitoring
• Install, configure, and maintain servers, networks, and related hardware/software.
• Monitor system performance and troubleshoot issues to ensure high availability.
• Apply patches and updates regularly to maintain system security and stability.
• Able to physically rack and stack IT equipment such as servers, PDU’s, etc.
• User Support & Administration
• Manage user accounts, permissions, and access controls.
• Provide technical support and training to staff on IT systems and tools.
• Respond to and resolve helpdesk tickets in a timely manner.
• Security & Compliance: Implement and maintain security protocols, firewalls, and antivirus solutions.
• Ensure compliance with data protection regulations and internal policies.
• Conduct regular audits and risk assessments.
• Backup & Disaster Recovery: Develop and maintain backup strategies and disaster recovery plans.
• Test recovery procedures to ensure data integrity and business continuity.
• Office 365 and Azure administration: Proficiency with admin tasks of Office 365 and configuration.
• Ability to deploy and maintain cloud services (servers, web applications, etc)
• Documentation & Reporting: Maintain accurate documentation of systems, configurations, and procedures.
• Generate reports on system performance, incidents, and usage metrics.

Skills

VMware

Windows Server administration

Active Directory

Group Policy

DNS/DHCP

Office 365/Azure administration

Security best practices

Troubleshooting

Tools

PowerShell

Job description

CFS in Lakeland, FL is seeking a seasoned Systems Administrator to support, optimize, and secure a complex enterprise IT infrastructure. You will lead modernization efforts, shepherd critical projects, and influence the future tech environment.

The ideal candidate will have hands-on expertise in Microsoft technologies, virtualization, system security, and enterprise infrastructure. You will mentor staff and drive continuous improvement across systems and operations.