System Administrator

Trinus Corporation; Santa Clara (CA); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Trinus Corporation is seeking a System Administrator (Contract) to ensure stability, security, and efficiency of the infrastructure in Santa Clara, CA. You will manage servers, networks, storage, and virtualization, and implement patching, hardening, and monitoring to keep systems reliable.

The role requires strong Linux/Windows experience, virtualization, scripting, and ITIL familiarity, with on-call responsibilities and collaboration across teams to support critical business initiatives.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in computer science, IT, or related field.
• Proven System Administrator experience in a high-tech environment.
• Strong Linux/Windows knowledge with virtualization (VMware, Hyper-V).
• Proficient in scripting: PowerShell, Bash, or Python.
• Familiar with networks, security, and ITIL framework.
• Excellent troubleshooting and attention to detail.
• Strong communication and collaboration skills.
• Relevant certifications (e.g., CompTIA Security+, Azure Administrator, VMware) are a plus.

Responsibilities

• Manage and maintain infrastructure: servers, storage, virtualization.
• Install, configure, troubleshoot OS, software, and hardware.
• Implement security measures to protect data and systems.
• Monitor performance and reliability; minimize downtime.
• Plan upgrades, migrations, and patch management with minimal disruption.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams on projects.
• Develop and maintain system documentation and procedures.
• Provide technical support to end-users for productivity.
• Participate in on-call rotation for emergencies.

Skills

Linux

Windows OS

Virtualization

Scripting (PowerShell Bash Python)

Networking fundamentals

ITIL framework

Troubleshooting

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in computer science or related field

Tools

VMware

Hyper-V

IPMItool

iLO

iDRAC

Job description

We are seeking a highly skilled and motivated System Administrator (Contract) to assist our dynamic team. As a SysAdmin, you will play a critical role in ensuring the stability, security, and efficiency of our infrastructure. This position offers an exciting opportunity to work with cutting-edge technologies and contribute to the success of our high-tech initiatives.

Key Responsibilities:

• Manage and maintain the infrastructure, including servers, network devices, storage systems, and virtualization platforms.
• Install, configure, and troubleshoot operating systems, software applications, and hardware components.
• Implement and maintain security measures to protect the company's data and systems from cyber threats and vulnerabilities.
• Monitor system performance and reliability, identifying and resolving issues in a proactive manner to minimize downtime and ensure optimal performance.
• Plan and execute system upgrades, migrations, and patch management activities, adhering to best practices and minimizing disruptions to business operations.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to support business initiatives, providing technical expertise and guidance for projects.
• Develop and maintain documentation, including system configurations, procedures, and policies, to ensure effective knowledge transfer and compliance with regulatory requirements.
• Provide technical support and assistance to end-users, resolving issues in a timely and efficient manner to ensure productivity and user satisfaction.
• Participate in on-call rotation and respond to system emergencies outside of regular business hours as needed.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in computer science, Information Technology, or related field, (or equivalent experience).
• Proven experience as a System Administrator or similar role in a high-tech environment.
• Strong knowledge of Linux and/or Windows operating systems, as well as experience with virtualization technologies (e.g., VMware, Hyper-V).
• Strong understanding of system hardware and remote management via IPMItool, iLO, iDRAC, etc Proficiency in scripting languages such as PowerShell, Bash, or Python.
• Familiarity with network protocols, security principles, and ITIL framework.
• Excellent troubleshooting skills and attention to detail, with the ability to analyze complex technical issues and implement effective solutions.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively with team members and stakeholders at all levels.
• Relevant certifications (e.g., CompTIA Security+, Microsoft Certified: Azure Administrator, VMware Certified Professional) are a plus