Systems Administrator

VPI Technology, a division of Ludlum Measurements, Inc.; Sweetwater (TX); On-site; USD 70,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life insurance

401(k) with company match

Paid time off

Job summary

Ludlum Measurements, Inc. in Sweetwater, TX, seeks a Systems Administrator to own core IT infrastructure, with a focus on VMware ESXi, Veeam data protection, and AD environments. You will fortify cybersecurity, ensure data recovery, and support identity services across the organization.

The role requires 2+ years in systems administration or network engineering, and strong PowerShell scripting skills. This in-person, full-time position emphasizes reliability and meticulous record-keeping.

Qualifications

• PowerShell scripting and automation capabilities required.
• Knowledge of cybersecurity practices and identity protection.
• Experience with backup/recovery solutions and virtualization infrastructure.

Responsibilities

• VMware ESXi/vSphere/vCenter administration and optimization.
• Manage Veeam Backup & Replication with immutable backups.
• Harden cybersecurity and protect identity services.
• Develop and maintain PowerShell scripts for automation.
• Monitor patching, vulnerabilities, and high availability.
• Configure TCP/IP, DNS, and virtual networking basics.
• Document processes and communicate with stakeholders.
• Perform additional duties as assigned.

Skills

PowerShell scripting

Security best practices

Backups & recovery

Documentation & communication

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

VMware ESXi

Veeam Backup

Active Directory

Azure AD/Entra ID

PowerShell

Job description

Ludlum Measurements, Inc. is seeking a dedicated Systems Administrator to manage our core IT infrastructure in Sweetwater, TX. In this role, you will be the primary expert for our VMware ESXi virtualization, Veeam data protection, and Microsoft Active Directory environments, with a specific focus on cybersecurity hardening and data recovery.

We are seeking a candidate with at least 2 years of experience in a Systems Administration or Network Engineering role. You will be responsible for ensuring high availability, managing backups, and securing our identity services against modern threats like ransomware and unauthorized access.

If you have strong experience with PowerShell scripting, a \"security-first\" mindset, and the ability to troubleshoot complex infrastructure issues, we want to hear from you.

Job Type:

Full-Time, In-Person

Job Duties & Responsibilities

• Virtualization: Experience with VMware vSphere, ESXi, and vCenter.
• Data Protection: Proficiency with Veeam Backup & Replication, specifically immutable backups.
• Identity: Solid understanding of Active Directory, Group Policy (GPOs), and Azure AD/Entra ID.
• Automation: Ability to write and maintain scripts using PowerShell.
• Security: Knowledge of cybersecurity best practices, patching, and vulnerability management.
• Networking: Fundamental knowledge of TCP/IP, DNS, and virtual networking.
• Communication: Ability to document technical processes and explain issues to stakeholders.
• Perform other related duties as assigned

Skills & Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required
• Ability to manage multiple tasks and meet deadlines
• Must be reliable and extremely trustworthy.
• Ability to maintain confidential and meticulous records.

Compensation / Benefits

• Salary is dependent upon experience
• Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• Life Insurance
• 401(k) with company match
• Paid time off and holidays