Senior Systems Administrator: Windows/Linux, VMware & Security

APR Staffing; Vancouver (WA); On-site; USD 95,000 - 135,000; Full time

Job summary

APR Staffing is seeking a System Administrator 3 to support Windows and Linux environments, VMWare, LAN, and firewalls within the Operational Infrastructure group. The role involves system administration, vulnerability assessment, and compliance with governance standards in a contract setting.

The candidate will work on server virtualization, network security, and enterprise Windows infrastructure, with on-call responsibilities and potential travel up to 10% locally.

Qualifications

• Degree preferred; 8+ years with Associate/Bachelor in applicable fields or 10+ years without a degree.
• 2 years’ experience supporting virtualized compute environment and enterprise Windows infrastructure.
• Experience with AD, Group Policy, PowerShell and Windows utilities.

Responsibilities

• Administer servers and virtualization (VMware vSphere)
• Maintain and document system configurations and change controls
• Perform vulnerability assessments and remediation planning (Nessus)
• Manage network security devices including firewalls and access controls
• Support Windows file services and remote desktop services
• Assist with on-call and off-hours support as needed

Skills

Active Directory

PowerShell

Windows Server

VMware vSphere

Networking basics

Education

Computer Science or related degree

Tools

Nessus

Check Point Firewall

Veeam Backup

Splunk

Puppet

Job description

APR Staffing is seeking a System Administrator 3 to support Windows and Linux environments, VMWare, LAN, and firewalls within the Operational Infrastructure group. The role involves system administration, vulnerability assessment, and compliance with governance standards in a contract setting.

The candidate will work on server virtualization, network security, and enterprise Windows infrastructure, with on-call responsibilities and potential travel up to 10% locally.