Systems Administrator

FEMA Corporation; United States; On-site; USD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Vision insurance

401(k)

Tuition assistance

Job summary

A leading IT services company in the United States is looking for an experienced IT Systems Administrator to manage and maintain their IT infrastructure. This full-time, onsite role requires strong knowledge of Windows Server administration and IT security standards. Applicants should have a Bachelor's degree and 5+ years of experience. Familiarity with VMware and network management tools is preferred. Comprehensive benefits include medical and vision insurance, 401(k), and tuition assistance.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of relevant work experience is required.
• Industry certifications such as CompTIA Security+, Cisco CCNA are a plus.
• Proficiency in VMware vSphere and vSAN.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with IT counterparts on system enhancements and incident resolution.
• Install, upgrade, and troubleshoot Windows systems and servers.
• Monitor and manage SIEM infrastructure for security threats.

Skills

Windows Server administration

Active Directory

PowerShell scripting

Networking Concepts

Education

Bachelor's degree in Information Technology

Tools

VMware vSphere

M365

Extreme Networks VOSS switches

Job description

FEMA Corporation is looking for a full‑time IT Systems Administrator. Reporting to the IT Manager, the IT Systems Administrator is responsible for managing and maintaining the IT infrastructure, ensuring the stable operation of FEMA’s IT systems and networks by installing, configuring, maintaining, and optimizing hardware, software, and communication systems.

Normal work hours will be Monday – Friday, 8:00 am – 5:00 pm with flexibility to support all shifts and locations as needed. This position is 100 % onsite.

About the Role

The IT Systems Administrator is responsible for managing and maintaining the IT infrastructure.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with IT counterparts on system enhancements and incident resolution.
• Identify and implement system and process improvements to enhance technical efficiency.
• Install, upgrade, and troubleshoot Windows systems and servers.
• Manage firewalls for performance and security.
• Configure, manage, and maintain Extreme Networks VOSS switches for optimal performance, security, and reliability.
• Manage hardware and software licensing renewals and updates.
• Administer M365 environment utilizing best practices for performance and security.
• Monitor and manage SIEM infrastructure for security threats.
• Maintain disaster recovery plans with periodic testing and updates.
• Maintain and monitor Windows security updates and anti‑virus systems.
• Manage VMware vSphere‑based infrastructure.
• Ensure compliance with industry security standards and best practices, such as Cybersecurity Maturity Model Certification (CMMC).

Qualifications

• A bachelor’s degree in Information Technology or a related field is preferred, but equivalent experience and certifications will be considered.
• 5+ years of relevant work experience is required.
• Industry certifications such as CompTIA Security+, Cisco CCNA, Extreme Networks, VMware, Microsoft Azure/M365, or CISSP/CISM are a plus.
• Strong knowledge of Windows Server administration, Active Directory, Group Policy, DHCP, and DNS.
• Experience with Role‑Based Access Control (RBAC) and Distributed File System (DFS).
• Ability to create scripts and automate tasks in PowerShell.
• Familiarity with programming languages (C#, VB, .NET) is a plus.
• Proficiency in VMware vSphere and vSAN.
• Experience with cloud backup technologies.
• Experience in a manufacturing IT environment is preferred.

FEMA Corporation is an EOE. If you are interested in this position, please submit your resume to [e-mail].

Benefits

• Medical insurance
• Vision insurance
• 401(k)
• Tuition assistance