Systems Administrator

Socket.dev; Dublin (CA); On-site; USD 99,000 - 121,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health/Dental/Vision Insurance

401k Plan

Paid time off & holidays

Profit sharing

Job summary

DeSilva Gates Construction in Dublin, CA is seeking a Systems Administrator to join our IT Department. The ideal candidate will administer servers and networks, manage Microsoft 365, and support cybersecurity and end-user services.

You will collaborate with project teams across Northern California, maintain documentation, and help ensure disaster recovery and business continuity. If you are a proactive problem solver who values ownership and ongoing learning, this is the role for you.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of professional systems administration or IT infrastructure experience.
• Experience supporting multiple offices or distributed locations.
• Experience with enterprise technologies such as Microsoft 365, VMware, Cisco Meraki, backup and disaster recovery, cybersecurity platforms.
• Experience supporting enterprise networking (LAN/WAN, VPN, DNS, DHCP).
• Familiar with IT service management tools and remote monitoring/management (RMM).
• Familiarity with construction/business apps like Autodesk, PlanGrid, Bluebeam, Planera, HCSS.

Responsibilities

• Administer servers, networks, cloud services, and applications.
• Monitor system health and performance; manage backups and DR.
• Manage Microsoft 365 administration, including users and security.
• Support disaster recovery testing and business continuity processes.
• Administer network infrastructure, firewalls, switches, VPNs, and remote sites.
• Provide end-user support and guidance to employees.
• Document configurations and maintain asset inventories.

Skills

Strong communication

Proactive problem solver

Ownership & accountability

Continuous learner

Tools

Microsoft 365

VMware

Zerto

Cisco Meraki

UniFi

Backup & DR solutions

Cybersecurity platforms

Autodesk

Autodesk Forma

PlanGrid

Job description

Build your career at DeSilva Gates Construction, where you’ll be part of a team delivering major infrastructure projects across Northern California. We are seeking a Systems Administrator to join our IT Department in Dublin, CA. The ideal candidate brings a combination of strong technical expertise and a proactive, solutions-based mindset with the ability to support network administration, strengthen cybersecurity and deliver exceptional service to end users. If you are a collaborative team player who excels at managing multiple priorities, this is an opportunity to grow your career with a company that values ownership and a commitment to delivering exceptional results.

Responsibilities

• Systems and Infrastructure Administration
• Administer, monitor, maintain, and troubleshoot servers, networks, cloud services, applications,
• Manage Microsoft 365 administration, including user accounts, licensing, permissions, security, and related services.
• Support virtual server infrastructure, backup systems, disaster recovery, and business continuity solutions.
• Administer network infrastructure, including firewalls, switches, wireless networks, VPNs, internet connectivity, and remote locations.
• Monitor system health, availability, capacity, backups, security alerts, and overall infrastructure performance.
• Cybersecurity & Access Management
• Manage user authentication, access permissions, and multi-factor authentication.
• Support endpoint security, email security, web filtering, and other cybersecurity platforms.
• Assist with disaster recovery testing and ensure critical systems can be restored when needed.
• Identify opportunities to improve system reliability, security, performance, and automation.
• Technical Support & End-User Services
• Troubleshoot escalated hardware, software, networking, application, and connectivity issues.
• Provide technical support and guidance to employees while collaborating with other members of the IT team.
• Assist with helpdesk support as needed.
• Support office and field technology, including remote jobsite connectivity.
• Technology Operations & Vendor Management
• Maintain and support phone systems, security cameras, physical access control systems, and
• Coordinate with technology vendors, internet and telecommunications providers, software
• Assist with software deployments, upgrades, patches, migrations, and new technology implementations.
• Document & Asset Management
• Maintain accurate system documentation, configurations, standard operating procedures, licensing records, and technology inventories.

Preferred Qualifications

• 3+ years of professional systems administration, network administration, IT infrastructure experieince, or comparable experience supporting IT environments in the construction industry.
• Experience supporting multiple offices, jobsites, or geographically distributed locations.
• Experience with a variety of enterprise technologies, such as Microsoft 365, VMware, Zerto, Cisco Meraki, UniFi, backup and disaster recovery solutions, cybersecurity platforms, and AI productivity tools (e.g., ChatGPT).
• Experience supporting enterprise networking technologies, including LAN/WAN, Wi-Fi, VPN, DNS, DHCP, and internet connectivity.
• Experience administering user accounts, permissions, security groups, MFA and access controls.
• Familiarity with IT service management tools, including ticketing systems and remote monitoring/management (RMM) platforms.
• Experience supporting VoIP systems, environmental monitoring, or other facilities technology.
• Familiarity with construction and business applications such as Autodesk, Autodesk Forma, PlanGrid, Bluebeam, Planera, HCSS, or similar platforms.
• Experience working with telecommunications carriers, internet service providers, technology vendors, and third-party support partners.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills. Able to communicate with internal and external personnel of all levels.
• Who Are We Looking For?
• A well-rounded IT professional with strong technological foundation and experience supporting a broad range of technologies.
• A proactive problem solver who enjoys troubleshooting issues and finding practical, effective solutions.
• An accountable team member who takes ownership and sees projects through completion.
• A continuous learner who is eager to expand their knowledge and adapt to new technologies.
• Additional Requirements — Required to pass pre-employment background, drug and alcohol screening.

Total compensation package includes the following

• Pay (base salary) from $110,000/year (depending on qualifications)
• Profit sharing- cash and deferred
• Comprehensive coverage- health, dental, vision (Competitive premiums with participation in yearly wellness program)
• Insurance- life and disability
• Paid time off and Paid holidays
• 401k plan
• Financial planning assistance
• Career growth and development
• DeSilva Gates Construction is a place to build a strong, growth-focused career supported by mentorship from industry leaders. We deliver heavy civil construction projects with integrity, professionalism, and a commitment to excellence-while helping our employees advance and succeed.
• Founded in 1932, we are an award-winning contractor specializing in grading, paving, and construction management. Our culture is rooted in safety, respect, teamwork, and clear communication, with a family-oriented, client-focused approach grounded in honesty and accountability.
• We're looking for self-motivated, ethical professionals who take ownership, build strong relationships, and thrive both independently and in teams. With a wide range of public and private projects, you’ll have opportunities to grow and take on meaningful challenges.
• DeSilva Gates Construction is committed to a diverse and inclusive workplace and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, or veteran status.
• For more information about DeSilva Gates Construction please visit our web site at www.desilvagates.com.