Systems Administrator

Vaco by Highspring; Columbia (TN); Hybrid; USD 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid schedule

Job summary

Vaco by Highspring is seeking a System Administrator II in Columbia, TN to join a small infrastructure team. The role covers Windows Server, Active Directory, VMware, Microsoft 365, and Exchange, with a strong emphasis on cross-technology support and documented processes.

The position is contract-to-hire with a 7:00am-4:00pm or 8:00am-5:00pm schedule, starting ASAP. The environment is hybrid with a W2 contract, offering long-term conversion potential.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of Systems Administration experience.
• Strong Active Directory administration experience.
• VMware experience in a production environment.
• Experience supporting Microsoft 365 and/or Exchange.
• Solid troubleshooting skills with root-cause capability.
• Comfortable working with multiple technologies in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong communication and a team-oriented approach.

Responsibilities

• Administer and maintain Windows Server environments.
• Manage Active Directory, Group Policy, user access, and related services.
• Support VMware infrastructure, including virtual machines and host administration.
• Assist with Microsoft 365 and Exchange administration.
• Troubleshoot issues involving servers, storage, networking, and enterprise applications.
• Act as a Tier 3 escalation point for complex technical problems.
• Participate in upgrades, maintenance activities, and infrastructure improvements.
• Support backup, disaster recovery, and business continuity processes.
• Create and maintain technical documentation.
• Assist with infrastructure projects and occasionally lead smaller initiatives.

Skills

Systems Administration

Active Directory

VMware

Microsoft 365/Exchange

Troubleshooting

Communication

Job description

Compensation: $40+/hr (W2) during contract with long-term conversion potential

Schedule: Full-Time | 7:00am-4:00pm or 8:00am-5:00pm

Start Date: ASAP

We're looking for a System Administrator to join a small infrastructure team supporting a well-established Tennessee organization. This role is a good fit for someone who enjoys working across a broad range of technologies rather than focusing on a single specialty.

The environment is heavily centered around Windows Server and Active Directory, but you'll also spend time supporting VMware, Microsoft 365, Exchange, networking, storage, backups, and infrastructure projects. No two days are exactly the same, which is part of what makes the role interesting.

What You'll Be Doing

• Administer and maintain Windows Server environments
• Manage Active Directory, Group Policy, user access, and related services
• Support VMware infrastructure, including virtual machines and host administration
• Assist with Microsoft 365 and Exchange administration
• Troubleshoot issues involving servers, storage, networking, and enterprise applications
• Act as a Tier 3 escalation point for complex technical problems
• Participate in upgrades, maintenance activities, and infrastructure improvements
• Support backup, disaster recovery, and business continuity processes
• Create and maintain technical documentation
• Assist with infrastructure projects and occasionally lead smaller initiatives

What We're Looking For

• 3+ years of Systems Administration experience
• Strong Active Directory administration experience
• VMware experience in a production environment
• Experience supporting Microsoft 365 and/or Exchange
• Solid troubleshooting skills with a track record of identifying root causes, not just temporary fixes
• Comfortable supporting multiple technologies in a fast-paced environment
• Strong communication skills and a team-oriented approach

Nice to Have

• Enterprise storage and backup experience
• High availability or disaster recovery experience
• Experience mentoring junior administrators or serving as a technical escalation point

System Administrator II

Location: Columbia, TN (Hybrid)

Type: Contract-to-Hire

Compensation: $40+/hr (W2) during contract with long-term conversion potential

Schedule: Full-Time | 7:00am-4:00pm or 8:00am-5:00pm

Start Date: ASAP

We're looking for a System Administrator to join a small infrastructure team supporting a well-established Tennessee organization. This role is a good fit for someone who enjoys working across a broad range of technologies rather than focusing on a single specialty.

The environment is heavily centered around Windows Server and Active Directory, but you'll also spend time supporting VMware, Microsoft 365, Exchange, networking, storage, backups, and infrastructure projects. No two days are exactly the same, which is part of what makes the role interesting.

What You'll Be Doing

• Administer and maintain Windows Server environments
• Manage Active Directory, Group Policy, user access, and related services
• Support VMware infrastructure, including virtual machines and host administration
• Assist with Microsoft 365 and Exchange administration
• Troubleshoot issues involving servers, storage, networking, and enterprise applications
• Act as a Tier 3 escalation point for complex technical problems
• Participate in upgrades, maintenance activities, and infrastructure improvements
• Support backup, disaster recovery, and business continuity processes
• Create and maintain technical documentation
• Assist with infrastructure projects and occasionally lead smaller initiatives

What We're Looking For

• 3+ years of Systems Administration experience
• Strong hands-on Windows Server administration experience
• Strong Active Directory administration experience
• VMware experience in a production environment
• Experience supporting Microsoft 365 and/or Exchange
• Solid troubleshooting skills with a track record of identifying root causes, not just temporary fixes
• Comfortable supporting multiple technologies in a fast-paced environment
• Strong communication skills and a team-oriented approach

Nice to Have

• Enterprise storage and backup experience
• Cisco networking experience
• Exchange Online migration experience
• High availability or disaster recovery experience
• Experience mentoring junior administrators or serving as a technical escalation point

Equal Opportunity Notice

Highspring LLC (d/b/a Vaco by Highspring) and its parents, affiliates, and subsidiaries ("we," "our," or "Vaco by Highspring") are committed to the full inclusion of all qualified individuals and does not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race (including but not limited to traits historically associated with race such as hair texture and hair style), color, sex (includes pregnancy or related conditions), religion or creed, national origin, citizenship, age, disability, status as a veteran, union membership, ethnicity, gender, gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, marital status, political affiliation, or any other protected characteristics as required by applicable law. The company is also committed to ensuring that persons who need them are provided with reasonable accommodations; if an accommodation is needed to participate in the job application or interview process, please contact [e-mail].

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Pay Transparency Notice

Determining compensation for this role (and others) at Vaco by Highspring depends upon a wide array of factors including but not limited to:

the individual's skill sets, experience and training;

licensure and certification requirements;

office location and other geographic considerations; and

other business and organizational needs.

With that said, as required by local law, Vaco by Highspring believes that the following salary range referenced above reasonably estimates the base compensation for an individual hired into this position in geographies that require salary range disclosure. The individual may also be eligible for discretionary bonuses and/or participation in medical, dental, and vision benefits as well as the company's retirement plan (or similar retirement benefits).