Patch Assessor

Strategic Staffing Solutions, Inc.; Detroit (MI); Hybrid; USD 55,000 - 83,000; Full time

Job summary

Strategic Staffing Solutions, Inc. is seeking a Windows Server Administrator to join our IT Infrastructure team in Detroit, MI on a hybrid/onsite schedule (Tuesdays to Thursdays).

This W2 contract role offers 12 months with potential renewal and a chance to grow into a more advanced systems administration career path. Ideal candidates have 1–2 years of Windows Server experience (2016, 2019 or later), hands-on patching, and a basic understanding of Active Directory, DNS, and Group Policy.

Qualifications

• 1–2 years of Windows Server experience (2016, 2019, or later).
• Hands-on patching, updates, and service packs in enterprise environments.
• Basic understanding of Active Directory, DNS, and Group Policy.
• Familiarity with server monitoring tools and remote management.
• Strong troubleshooting and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to follow documented procedures and change management.

Responsibilities

• Perform routine maintenance, updates, and patching of Windows Server systems.
• Assist in server provisioning, configuration, and monitoring.
• Support troubleshooting and resolution of hardware, software, and networking issues.
• Collaborate with senior admins to maintain availability, reliability, and security.
• Document processes, configurations, and maintenance activities.
• Participate in off-hours maintenance windows or on-call rotation.

Skills

Windows Server

Active Directory

DNS

Group Policy

Patch management

Troubleshooting

Remote management

Tools

Ivanti Patch Management

VMware

Hyper-V

Job description

STRATEGIC STAFFING SOLUTIONS (S3) HAS AN OPENING!

Windows Server Administrator

Location: Detroit, MI (Hybrid/Onsite Tues-Thurs)

W2 contract role

12 Months then eligible for Contract renewal

Overview

We are seeking a motivated Windows Server Administrator to join our IT Infrastructure team. This role is ideal for someone with a foundational understanding of Windows Server environments, hands‑on patching experience, and a desire to grow into a more advanced systems administration career path. Experience with Ivanti patch management is a strong plus.

Key Responsibilities

• Perform routine maintenance, updates, and patching of Windows Server systems to ensure optimal performance and security.
• Assist in server provisioning, configuration, and monitoring.
• Support troubleshooting and resolution of hardware, software, and networking issues related to Windows Server environments.
• Collaborate with senior administrators to maintain system availability, reliability, and security compliance.
• Document processes, configurations, and maintenance activities.
• Participate in off‑hours maintenance windows or on‑call rotation as needed.

Required Qualifications

• 1–2 years of experience supporting Windows Server environments (2016, 2019, or later).
• Hands‑on experience applying patches, updates, and service packs in enterprise environments.
• Basic understanding of Active Directory, DNS, and Group Policy.
• Familiarity with server monitoring tools and remote management.
• Strong troubleshooting and problem‑solving skills.
• Ability to follow documented procedures and work within change management processes.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with Ivanti Patch Management or similar enterprise patching tools.
• Basic PowerShell scripting knowledge.
• Exposure to virtualization technologies (VMware, Hyper‑V).
• Understanding of ITIL processes (Incident, Change, Problem management).