Systems Administrator

CTS Corporation; Lisle (IL); On-site; USD 120,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401K

Paid Time Off

Holiday Pay

Employee Assistance Program

Pet Insurance

Tuition Reimbursement

Job summary

CTS Corporation in Lisle, IL is seeking a hands-on System Administrator to maintain and modernize our IT infrastructure. You will work with Windows and Linux servers, Active Directory, PKI, and cloud/on-prem solutions.

The role emphasizes automation with PowerShell, on-site collaboration, and on-call readiness. Competitive salary and comprehensive benefits are offered.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in computer science or related field.
• 6-10 years of relevant experience.
• Hands-on Windows and Linux administration.
• Experience with AD, PKI, DNS/DHCP.
• SCCM, Veeam, and Azure experience.
• On-site 5 days a week at the office.

Responsibilities

• Install, configure, and administer Windows servers (2003+), and Linux systems.
• Manage Active Directory, including DNS, DHCP, and security.
• Manage AD PKI and Certificate renewals.
• Manage Veeam Backup Infrastructure with SOBR.
• Develop and maintain PowerShell scripts and automation.
• Manage on-prem SCCM Infrastructure (patching, deployment, inventory).
• Manage SQL Administration tasks (maintenance, backups, DR).
• Oversee Windows administration, authentication systems, logging, content filtering.
• Write/update documentation and SOPs.
• Participate in on-call rotation and patch cycles.

Skills

Windows administration

Linux administration

Active Directory

PKI

Azure

SCCM

SQL administration

PowerShell

Documentation

Troubleshooting

Education

Bachelor's degree in computer science or related field

Tools

VMware

Hyper-V

Veeam

Azure

SQL Server

Job description

We are committed to finding smart solutions that enable an intelligent and seamless world. Our success as a world-class leader in technology has evolved from humble beginnings. In 1896, the enterprising father and son team of A.J. and George A. Briggs partnered with S.A. Buffington, a Chicago lawyer, to establish Chicago Telephone Supply Company (later to become CTS).

Today, CTS is a leading designer and manufacturer of sensors, actuators, and electronic components for suppliers and original equipment manufacturers. We have over 20 locations in 12 countries and more than 3,500 employees. Our innovative sensing, connectivity, and motion solutions offer a diverse range of products across diversified end markets including transportation, medical, aerospace and defense, and industrial. We are at the forefront of supporting innovating life-changing technology, focusing on quality to keep people safe, healthy, and happy.

POSITION SUMMARY

The System Administrator is a hands-on technical role responsible for maintaining and modernizing technologies within the CTS global organization. This position requires advanced Windows and VM Administration skills, with current hands-on experience in Microsoft Server and VMWare technologies. The ideal candidate will be fluent in English (speaking and writing) and will work closely with various teams to ensure the smooth operation of IT infrastructure.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Install, configure, and administer of Windows servers (2003 and latest) and Linux systems.
• Manage Microsoft Active Directory, including DNS, DHCP, and security.
• Manage Active Directory (User Accounts / OU / Group Policies and other features of AD).
• Manage PKI and Certificate renewals.
• Manage Veeam Backup Infrastructure with SOBR (Scale-out Backup Repository).
• Administration, Development and growth of Azure Tenant (DNS, Certificates, Subscriptions, etc.).
• Manage on-prem SCCM Infrastructure (Patch & Software Deployment, Inventory Remote Control, Monitoring).
• Manage SQL Administration Tasks (DB maintenance, Performance Tunning, Backup and DR Recovery).
• Develop and maintain Powershell scripts and or automation.
• Write and or update Documentation / Standard Operating Procedures.

REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES

• Be a Team Player and have can-do attitude.
• Well-versed understanding of Virtualization technologies like VMWARE and Hyper-V.
• Self-starter with the ability to learn new concepts quickly. (Agile "out-side of the box").
• Strong oral and written presentation skills.
• Strong business analysis and project management skills.
• Ability to understand a problem and provide solutions.
• Ability to update and create new documentation.
• Good understanding of change management processes.
• Good understanding of ITIL.
• Good Understanding of Network topologies.
• Microsoft Certifications would be nice to have.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS

• On-site 5 days a week at the office.
• Bachelor's degree in computer science or related field.
• 6-10 years of relevant experience.
• Install, configure, and administer of Windows servers (2003 and latest) and Linux systems.
• Manage Microsoft Active Directory, including DNS, DHCP, and security.
• Manage AD PKI and Certificate renewals.
• Manage Veeam Backup Infrastructure with SOBR (Scale-out Backup Repository).
• Manage on-prem SCCM Infrastructure (Patch & Software Deployment, Inventory Remote Control, Monitoring).
• Proficient with SQL Administration (DB maintenance, Performance Tunning, Backup and DR Recovery).
• Develop and maintain Powershell scripts and or automation.
• Manage Active Directory (User Accounts / OU / Group Policies and other features of AD).
• Manage Veeam Backup solution on-prem and in-cloud.
• Oversee Windows administration, authentication systems, log management, and content filtering.
• Be available for critical system changes, updates and system down situations.
• Participate in on-call rotation and patching cycles.
• Ability to handle down/down scenario situations.
• Hands-on Troubleshooting in the technologies listed above.

JOIN US

At CTS, one of the ways we recognize the value of our employees is through our comprehensive benefits program. Highlights of our benefits program for full-time employees include:

• 401K
• Paid Time Off
• Holiday Pay
• Employee Assistance Program
• Pet Insurance
• Tuition Reimbursement

The expected annual salary range for this position is $120-130K.

Please note the salary information shown above is a general guideline only. CTS considers a variety of factors when setting base salary rates including, without limitation, a candidate's skills, experience, and qualifications, as well as market and business considerations.

United States EEO Statement

CTS Corporation is an affirmative action/equal opportunity employer who complies with all applicable federal, state and local employment laws. In order to provide equal employment and advancement opportunities to all individuals, employment decisions at CTS Corporation will be based on merit, qualifications, and abilities. It has been and shall continue to be both the official policy and the commitment of CTS Corporation to further equal employment opportunities for all persons regardless of, among other characteristics, race, religion, color, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, genetic information, status as a protected veteran or status as a qualified individual with a disability, or any other characteristics protected by applicable Federal, State or Local law.

ADA accommodation statement: If you require reasonable accommodation in the application process, call Human Resources at 630.577.8811. All other applications must be submitted online.

United States Additional Considerations

It is unlawful in all states where the Company operates, including Massachusetts, to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates applicable laws may be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability. The Company does not require a lie detector test as a condition of employment nor continued employment.

Applicants must have valid work authorization that does not now and/or will not in the future require sponsorship of a visa for employment authorization in the United States.

No agencies, please. We do not accept any unsolicited resumes and are not looking to engage an agency. We receive inquiries from agencies daily. Do not direct any inquiries or emails to hiring managers. It is not our standard practice to utilize agencies; we are a federal contractor and need to comply with the same process for all.