System Administrator

CFS; Modesto (CA); On-site; USD 95,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

CFS in Modesto, CA is seeking a System Administrator to support and maintain its enterprise infrastructure. This hands-on role covers server, cloud, networking, and end-user environments to ensure the stability, security, and performance of critical business systems across on-premises and virtual platforms.

The ideal candidate will lead infrastructure initiatives, collaborate with cross-functional teams, and mentor junior IT staff while promoting best practices and excellent service.

Qualifications

• 4+ years of experience in Systems Administrator, Network Administrator, or related infrastructure role.
• Advanced knowledge of networking and distributed computing environments.
• Strong experience administering Windows Server environments (DNS, GPO, File Servers, Print Management).
• Experience supporting VMware and virtualized server environments.
• Experience administering Windows and Linux operating systems.
• Hands-on experience with Active Directory, Azure Active Directory, MFA, Microsoft Intune.

Responsibilities

• Manage, monitor, and maintain VMware, Windows, and Linux server environments for security, reliability, and high availability.
• Provision, configure, and decommission physical and virtual servers as needed.
• Administer on-premises Active Directory and Azure Active Directory environments.
• Manage user accounts, groups, permissions, printers, and access controls.
• Support daily operations of core infrastructure systems, including server, voice, video, and data platforms.
• Implement and maintain backup, disaster recovery, and redundancy solutions.
• Administer Microsoft 365 services, including SharePoint and Teams.
• Coordinate with third-party vendors to support projects and service delivery.
• Mentor and support junior IT staff while promoting best practices and customer service.

Skills

Networking fundamentals

Distributed computing

Problem solving

Team collaboration

Tools

VMware

Windows Server

Linux

Active Directory

Azure Active Directory

MFA

Microsoft Intune

Job description

Location: Modesto, CA (On-Site)

Reports To: Senior Infrastructure Manager

Employment Type: Full-Time, Exempt

Salary: $95,000 - $120,000 annually

Why Apply?

• High-impact role with broad technical ownership
• Opportunity to lead infrastructure improvements and strategic IT projects
• Collaborative and team-oriented environment
• Stable organization with a strong commitment to operational excellence
• Exposure to modern cloud, virtualization, and Microsoft technologies

About The Opportunity

A well-established and growing manufacturing organization is seeking an experienced System Administrator to support and maintain its enterprise infrastructure. This is a hands‑on role responsible for ensuring the stability, security, and performance of critical business systems across server, cloud, networking, and end‑user environments.

The ideal candidate is a proactive problem solver who enjoys working across a broad technology stack, leading infrastructure initiatives, and supporting business‑critical operations.

Please note: This position requires additional support during the organization's peak operational season, including the potential to work up to six days per week from mid-July through late October.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage, monitor, and maintain VMware, Windows, and Linux server environments to ensure security, reliability, and high availability.
• Provision, configure, and decommission physical and virtual servers as needed.
• Administer on-premises Active Directory and Azure Active Directory environments.
• Manage user accounts, groups, permissions, printers, and access controls.
• Support daily operations of core infrastructure systems, including server, voice, video, and data platforms.
• Implement and maintain backup, disaster recovery, and redundancy solutions.
• Administer Microsoft 365 services, including SharePoint and Microsoft Teams.
• Manage enterprise mobile device platforms, including Microsoft Intune, Jamf, and ManageEngine.
• Troubleshoot and resolve complex escalated infrastructure issues.
• Develop and maintain technical documentation, standards, and procedures.
• Coordinate with third‑party vendors to support projects and service delivery.
• Manage software and hardware licensing agreements.
• Lead and participate in infrastructure and technology projects.
• Research and recommend technologies that improve operational efficiency, reliability, and security.
• Mentor and support junior IT staff while promoting best practices and excellent customer service.
• Perform additional duties as assigned.

Required Qualifications

• Minimum of 4 years of experience as a Systems Administrator, Network Administrator, or related infrastructure role.
• Advanced knowledge of networking and distributed computing environments.
• Strong experience administering Windows Server environments, including DNS, Group Policy, File Servers, Print Management
• Experience supporting VMware and virtualized server environments.
• Experience administering both Windows and Linux operating systems.
• Hands‑on experience with Active Directory, Azure Active Directory, Multi‑Factor Authentication (MFA), Microsoft Intune