Systems Administrator

Creative Financial Staffing, LLC; West Palm Beach (FL); On-site; USD 95,000 - 115,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

3 Weeks PTO

401k w/match

Onsite Gym

Comprehensive Benefits Package

Professional Development Opportunities

Job summary

Creative Financial Staffing, LLC is seeking a Systems Administrator in West Palm Beach, FL. The role focuses on supporting and securing a complex IT infrastructure, with opportunities to lead modernization efforts and critical infrastructure projects.

The ideal candidate will be hands-on with deep Microsoft technologies, virtualization, and enterprise infrastructure, providing technical leadership, mentoring staff, and improving systems operations. Onsite work required.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of progressive Systems Administration experience in mid-size to enterprise environments.
• Strong VMware virtualization experience and Windows Server administration expertise.
• Experience with Microsoft 365, Entra ID, Exchange Online, SharePoint, Defender, and Purview.
• Security-focused with patch management, vulnerability remediation and hardening best practices.
• Proven ability to lead infrastructure projects and support a large IT environment.

Responsibilities

• System Maintenance & Monitoring: install, configure, and maintain servers and networks; monitor performance and apply patches.
• User Support & Administration: manage user accounts, permissions, and helpdesk tickets.
• Security & Compliance: implement security controls, firewalls, audits, data protection.
• Backup & Disaster Recovery: develop backup strategies and test recovery procedures.
• Office 365 and Azure administration: manage cloud services and configurations.
• Documentation & Reporting: maintain configurations and generate performance reports.

Skills

VMware

Windows Server

Active Directory

Office 365

Azure

System monitoring

Security best practices

Tools

PowerShell

Patching & DR tooling

Job description

Position: Systems Administrator

Location: West Palm Beach, FL (Onsite)

Compensation: $95,000-$115,000

Benefits: 3 Weeks PTO, 401k w/match, Onsite Gym, Comprehensive Benefits Package, Professional Development Opportunities

Overview of the Systems Administrator Position:

A growing and technology-driven organization is seeking a Systems Administrator to play a key role in supporting, optimizing, and securing a complex enterprise IT infrastructure. This position offers the opportunity to work on large-scale modernization initiatives, lead critical infrastructure projects, and influence the future direction of the organization’s technology environment.

The ideal candidate is a hands-on technical expert with deep experience in Microsoft technologies, virtualization, systems security, and enterprise infrastructure. This individual will serve as a seasoned resource within the IT team, providing technical leadership, mentoring junior staff, and driving continuous improvement across systems and operations.

Key Responsibilities of the Systems Administrator

• System Maintenance & Monitoring
  • Install, configure, and maintain servers, networks, and related hardware/software.
  • Monitor system performance and troubleshoot issues to ensure high availability.
  • Apply patches and updates regularly to maintain system security and stability.
  • Able to Physical rack and stack IT equipment such as Servers, PDUs, Etc.
• User Support & Administration
  • Manage user accounts, permissions, and access controls.
  • Provide technical support and training to staff on IT systems and tools.
  • Respond to and resolve helpdesk tickets in a timely manner.
• Security & Compliance
  • Implement and maintain security protocols, firewalls, and antivirus solutions.
  • Ensure compliance with data protection regulations and internal policies.
  • Conduct regular audits and risk assessments.
• Backup & Disaster Recovery
  • Develop and maintain backup strategies and disaster recovery plans.
  • Test recovery procedures to ensure data integrity and business continuity.
• Office 365 and Azure administration
  • Proficiency with administrative task of Office 365 and configuration.
  • Ability to deploy and maintain cloud services (servers, web applications, etc)
• Documentation & Reporting
  • Maintain accurate documentation of systems, configurations, and procedures.
  • Generate reports on system performance, incidents, and usage metrics.

Required Qualifications of the Systems Administrator

• 3+ years of progressive Systems Administration experience in a mid-size to enterprise environment.
• Strong experience administering and supporting VMware virtual environments.
• Advanced knowledge of Windows Server administration, deployment, hardening, and troubleshooting.
• Experience managing Microsoft 365 environments, including Entra ID, Exchange Online, SharePoint, Teams, Defender, and Purview.
• Strong understanding of infrastructure security, patch management, vulnerability remediation, and security best practices.
• Experience with Active Directory, Group Policy, DNS, DHCP, and identity management.
• Proven ability to lead infrastructure projects and manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
• Excellent troubleshooting, communication, and documentation skills.

Preferred Qualifications of the Systems Administrator

• Experience with Azure, AWS, or hybrid cloud environments.
• Working knowledge of enterprise networking concepts, including routing, switching, VPNs, and firewalls.
• Experience with endpoint security and EDR platforms such as CrowdStrike, SentinelOne, or Microsoft Defender.
• Scripting and automation experience using PowerShell or similar tools.
• Experience supporting backup solutions, disaster recovery planning, and business continuity initiatives.
• Relevant certifications such as:
  • Microsoft Certified: Azure Administrator Associate
  • Microsoft Certified: Windows Server Hybrid Administrator Associate
  • VMware VCP
  • Security+
  • Server+
  • MCSE (legacy)

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