Systems Administrator

DataStaff, Inc.; Raleigh (NC); Hybrid; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision coverage

Paid vacation

401k after 6 months

Job summary

DataStaff, Inc. is seeking a Systems Administrator for a long-term contract in Raleigh, NC. The role focuses on supporting a hybrid Windows/Linux on-prem and cloud infrastructure, ensuring connectivity between cloud and on-prem systems, and enabling modernization efforts.

Responsibilities include cloud infrastructure support, database replication/migration, patching, automation, and incident response. Desired skills cover F5 BigIP, Palo Alto firewalls, and various monitoring tools, with a strong

Qualifications

• 5+ years hands-on experience supporting Windows and Linux server environments.
• Experience with hybrid infrastructure, cloud services, or cloud migration activities.
• Proficiency with PowerShell, Bash, or other scripting languages for automation and troubleshooting.
• Experience with virtualization technologies such as VMware or Hyper-V.
• Knowledge of cloud-integrated infrastructure (AWS/Azure), including on-prem to cloud connectivity.
• Solid understanding of TCP/IP networking, DNS, DHCP, routing and switching fundamentals.
• Familiarity with monitoring and alerting platforms (Splunk, CrowdStrike, Security Onion, WhatsUp Gold).
• Strong problem-solving abilities and analytical thinking.
• Effective communication with technical and non-technical stakeholders.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong documentation and organizational skills.

Responsibilities

• Support and maintain cloud-integrated infrastructure including Windows and Linux VMs.
• Design and optimize secure connectivity between cloud environments and on-prem data centers.
• Assist in database replication/migration activities between on-prem and cloud services.
• Perform system administration tasks including patching, deployments, tuning, backups, and capacity planning.
• Administer and troubleshoot F5 BigIP traffic managers and SSL profiles.
• Assist in managing Palo Alto firewalls and security policies.
• Collaborate with network team to resolve Layer 2/3 networking issues.
• Develop and maintain documentation for systems and SOPs.
• Support incident response and vulnerability remediation efforts.
• Work with cross-functional teams on deployments, upgrades, and automation initiatives.

Skills

Windows & Linux admin

Hybrid cloud

Scripting (PowerShell/Bash)

Virtualization (VMware/Hyper-V)

Networking fundamentals

Cloud platforms (AWS/Azure)

Monitoring/alerting

Documentation

Incident response

Independent & collaborative work

Tools

F5 BigIP

Palo Alto Firewalls

Splunk

WhatsUp Gold

Security Onion

Job description

DataStaff, Inc. is seeking a Systems Administrator for a long-term contract opportunity with one of our direct clients in Raleigh, NC.

*This position is hybrid

The Systems Administrator will be responsible for supporting a highly available hybrid infrastructure spanning both on premises Windows and Linux servers and cloud-based environments. This role focuses on ensuring seamless connectivity between cloud and on-prem systems, supporting database migration initiatives, and maintaining secure, reliable, and performant enterprise services. The ideal candidate brings strong experience in load balancing, firewalls, and foundational networking, along with a growing skillset in cloud operations and infrastructure modernization.

Responsibilities:

• Support and maintain cloud-integrated infrastructure (e.g., AWS, Azure, or hybrid architectures), including Windows and Linux VMs, storage services, identity platforms, and cross-environment connectivity.
• Assist in designing, establishing, and optimizing secure connectivity between cloud environments and on-premise data centers, including VPNs, direct connect solutions, routing, and identity federation.
• Participate in database replication\migration activities, including planning, coordinating, and executing replications\migrations between on-prem databases and cloud-managed database services
• Perform system administration tasks for enterprise applications including patching, automated deployments, configuration updates, performance tuning, log analysis, backups, and capacity planning as well as coordination with vendors as needed.
• Administer and troubleshoot F5 BigIP traffic managers, including VIP configuration, pool management, SSL profiles, and health monitoring.
• Assist in managing Palo Alto firewalls, including security policies, NAT rules, and general operational support.
• Collaborate with the network team to diagnose and resolve Layer 2/3 networking issues such as routing, switching, VLANs, and load balancing interactions.
• Develop and maintain documentation for systems, processes, and standard operating procedures.
• Support incident response activities by investigating system issues and implementing corrective actions.
• Perform vulnerability management activities, including scanning systems, reviewing findings, prioritizing risks, and implementing remediation actions to maintain a secure infrastructure.
• Work closely with cross-functional teams to support new system deployments, infrastructure upgrades, and automation initiatives.

Required Skills:

• 5 Years - Hands-on experience supporting Windows and Linux server environments.
• 5 Years - Experience with hybrid infrastructure, cloud services, or cloud migration activities.
• 5 Years - Experience with hybrid infrastructure, cloud services, or cloud migration activities.
• 5 Years - Proficiency with PowerShell, Bash, or other scripting languages for automation and troubleshooting.
• 5 Years - Experience with virtualization technologies such as VMware or Hyper V.
• 5 Years - Knowledge of cloud-integrated infrastructure (e.g., AWS, Azure, or hybrid environments), including connectivity between on premises and cloud resolution
• 5 Years - Solid understanding of TCP/IP networking, DNS, DHCP, routing and switching fundamentals.
• 5 Years - Familiarity with monitoring and alerting platforms (e.g., Splunk, CrowdStrike, Security Onion, WhatsUp Gold).
• Strong problem-solving abilities and analytical thinking.
• Effective communication with technical and non-technical stakeholders.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong documentation and organizational skills.

Desired Skills:

• 5 Years - Experience administering F5 BigIP load balancers and Palo Alto firewalls.
• 5 Years - Hands-on experience with cloud networking or database migration projects.
• 5 Years - Familiarity with automation or configuration management tools.
• 5 Years - Relevant certifications such as MCSA/MCSE, RHCSA/RHCE, PCNSE, F5 CA/CE, or Network+.

This opportunity is available on a corp-to-corp basis or as a W2 position with a competitive benefits package. DataStaff, Inc. offers medical, dental, and vision coverage options as well as paid vacation, sick, and holiday leave. As many of our opportunities are long-term, we also have a 401k program available for employees after 6 months.