Systems Administrator

ZP Group; Raleigh (NC); Hybrid; USD 80,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401(k)

PTO

Sick leave

Job summary

Piper Companies is seeking a Systems Administrator to join a growing technology organization in the Raleigh-Durham, North Carolina area. The role is hybrid with 2 days onsite in the RTP office, supporting a complex lab environment and assisting with server, network, and security administration.

The ideal candidate brings 3+ years of IT infrastructure experience across Windows, Linux, networking, and security technologies, with hands-on proficiency in server administration and vulnerability

Qualifications

• 3+ years of hands-on IT infrastructure experience supporting servers, networks, and security technologies.
• Experience administering Windows and/or Linux server environments in an enterprise setting.
• Strong understanding of networking fundamentals including TCP/IP, routing, switching, VPNs, and firewalls.
• Knowledge of cybersecurity best practices, identity and access management, and vulnerability management.

Responsibilities

• Support and maintain lab infrastructure including servers, networking equipment, and security technologies.
• Monitor system performance, troubleshoot technical issues, and ensure lab environment availability.
• Administer Windows and Linux server environments, including patching, upgrades, and system maintenance.
• Support network operations including routing, switching, firewall management, and connectivity troubleshooting.
• Assist with security initiatives including access controls, vulnerability remediation, and system hardening.

Skills

IT infrastructure

Windows

Linux

Networking

Cybersecurity

Tools

Windows Server

Linux Server

Job description

Piper Companies is seeking a Systems Administrator for a growing technology organization in the Raleigh Durham, North Carolina area. The Systems Administrator role is a hybrid position with 2 days onsite in the RTP office. The Systems Administrator will support and maintain a complex lab environment while assisting with server, network, and security administration activities. An ideal candidate for the Systems Administrator role is a versatile IT professional with broad infrastructure experience and a strong foundation across systems, networking, and cybersecurity technologies.

Responsibilities of the Systems Administrator:

• Support and maintain lab infrastructure including servers, networking equipment, and security technologies.
• Monitor system performance, troubleshoot technical issues, and ensure lab environment availability.
• Administer Windows and Linux server environments, including patching, upgrades, and system maintenance.
• Support network operations including routing, switching, firewall management, and connectivity troubleshooting.
• Assist with security initiatives including access controls, vulnerability remediation, and system hardening.

Qualifications of the Systems Administrator:

• 3+ years of hands-on IT infrastructure experience supporting servers, networks, and security technologies.
• Experience administering Windows and/or Linux server environments in an enterprise setting.
• Strong understanding of networking fundamentals including TCP/IP, routing, switching, VPNs, and firewalls.
• Knowledge of cybersecurity best practices, identity and access management, and vulnerability management.
• Excellent troubleshooting skills with the ability to support complex lab and testing environments.

Compensation for the Systems Administrator includes:

• Salary range: $80,000 – $110,000 depending on experience
• Comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, vision, 401(k), PTO, Sick Leave as required by law
• This job opens for applications on 09/30/2026. Applications for this job will be accepted for at least 30 days from the posting date.