Systems Administrator

Ludlum Measurements, Inc.; Sweetwater (TX); On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Life Insurance

401(k) with company match

Paid time off and holidays

Flexible Spending Account

Opportunities for professional growth

Job summary

Ludlum Measurements, Inc. is seeking a dedicated Systems Administrator to manage our core IT infrastructure in Sweetwater, TX.

You will be the primary expert for VMware ESXi, Veeam data protection, and Microsoft Active Directory environments, with a focus on cybersecurity hardening and data recovery. We require at least 2 years in Systems Administration or Network Engineering, plus PowerShell scripting and a security-first mindset.

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.

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: Document technical processes and explain issues to stakeholders.
• Perform other related duties as assigned

Skills

Active Directory

Group Policy

Azure AD/Entra ID

PowerShell

Cybersecurity basics

Backups & recovery

Networking fundamentals

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

VMware vSphere

ESXi

vCenter

Veeam Backup & Replication

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
• Flexible Spending Account
• Opportunities for professional growth and development

About Ludlum Measurements Ludlum Measurements, Inc. designs and manufactures radiation detection instruments used in environmental, industrial, and governmental applications around the world. Since 1962, we’ve been dedicated to building reliable products and providing exceptional customer support to help protect people and the environment. When you join Ludlums, you will learn new skills, acquire knowledge, and use these values to help grow in your career and fulfill your professional goals. We have a technical, clever talent pool here and want you to join us!
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