Systems Administrator III

TEKsystems; Independence Township (OH); Hybrid; USD 59,000 - 73,000; Full time

Job summary

TEKsystems, based in Independence, OH, is seeking a contract-to-hire Infrastructure Administrator to lead and optimize our on-premises, cloud, and hybrid environments. You will act as a SME for Windows, Azure, O365, Exchange Online, and Intune, and you will mentor junior admins while contributing to security and reliability initiatives.

The role offers hybrid work in Independence, OH with a pay range of $43.00–$53.00 per hour, and a benefits package described in the posting.

Qualifications

• Experience administering and managing enterprise server systems including cloud and/or virtual solutions.
• Strong knowledge of PC hardware and software technology, including operating systems.
• Expertise with Server operating systems and services including Windows 2008/2012/2016, DNS, Active Directory, and PowerShell.
• Experience with O365, Exchange Online, Azure and Intune.

Responsibilities

• Provide technical leadership and serve as escalation point for critical incidents, including resolution and post-incident analysis.
• Design, implement, and maintain secure, reliable, and high-performing on-premises, cloud, and hybrid infrastructure.
• Act as a subject matter expert for assigned platforms and lead infrastructure upgrades, lifecycle replacements, and improvement initiatives.
• Monitor system health, respond to alerts, and proactively identify risks and opportunities for optimization, automation, and efficiency.
• Collaborate with project managers, security, application teams, and business stakeholders to deliver infrastructure solutions aligned with business needs, security, and budget.
• Develop and maintain technical standards, procedures, and documentation.
• Mentor and coach junior and mid-level system administrators; support onboarding, skill development, and knowledge sharing across the team.
• Participate in an on-call rotation and provide after-hours support as required.

Skills

Windows

azure

Job description

Job Responsibilities

• Provide technical leadership and serve as escalation point for critical incidents, including resolution and post-incident analysis - Design, implement, and maintain secure, reliable, and high-performing on-premises, cloud, and hybrid infrastructure - Act as a subject matter expert for assigned platforms and lead infrastructure upgrades, lifecycle replacements, and improvement initiatives - Monitor system health, respond to alerts, and proactively identify risks and opportunities for optimization, automation, and efficiency - Design, support, and enhance modern cloud services including Azure, Microsoft 365, identity, endpoint, and security platforms - Apply automation and scripting to improve consistency, scalability, and operational efficiency - Collaborate with project managers, security, application teams, and business stakeholders to deliver infrastructure solutions aligned with business needs, security, and budget - Develop and maintain technical standards, procedures, and documentation - Mentor and coach junior and mid-level system administrators; support onboarding, skill development, and knowledge sharing across the team - Participate in an on-call rotation and provide after-hours support as required

Skills

• Windows
• azure

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• 7+ years' experience in administrating and managing enterprise server systems including cloud and/or virtual solutions
• Strong knowledge and experience with PC hardware and software technology, including operating systems
• Expertise with Server operating systems and services including Windows 2008/2012/2016, DNS, Active Directory, and PowerShell
• Experience with O365, Exchange Online, Azure and Intune

Experience Level

Intermediate Level

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Independence, OH.

Pay And Benefits

The pay range for this position is $43.00 - $53.00/hr.

Individual compensation offered for this position within this range will depend on many factors, including qualifications, skills, relevant experience, job knowledge, geographic location, internal equity, and other pertinent job-related factors.

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following:

• Medical, dental & vision
• Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital
• 401(k) Retirement Plan - Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available
• Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)
• Short and long-term disability
• Health Spending Account (HSA)
• Transportation benefits
• Employee Assistance Program
• Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave) Workplace Type This is a hybrid position in Independence,OH. Application Deadline This position is anticipated to close on Sep 21, 2026.

About TEKsystems

We're partners in transformation. We help clients activate ideas and solutions to take advantage of a new world of opportunity. We are a team of 80,000 strong, working with over 6,000 clients, including 80% of the Fortune 500, across North America, Europe and Asia.

As an industry leader in Full-Stack Technology Services, Talent Services, and real-world application, we work with progressive leaders to drive change. That's the power of true partnership. TEKsystems is an Allegis Group company.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regards to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

We're a leading provider of business and technology services. We accelerate business transformation for our customers. Our expertise in strategy, design, execution and operations unlocks business value through a range of solutions. We're a team of 80,000 strong, working with over 6,000 customers, including 80% of the Fortune 500 across North America, Europe and Asia, who partner with us for our scale, full-stack capabilities and speed. We're strategic thinkers, hands-on collaborators, helping customers capitalize on change and master the momentum of technology. We're building tomorrow by delivering business outcomes and making positive impacts in our global communities. TEKsystems and TEKsystems Global Services are Allegis Group companies. Learn more at TEKsystems.com.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance: Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, for all positions located in the city and county of San Francisco, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.

Massachusetts Lie Detector: It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.

Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI): We may use Artificial Intelligence (AI) to support parts of our hiring process, including sourcing, screening, and evaluating candidates. AI helps assess applications and qualifications, but final decisions are made by our hiring team. By applying, you acknowledge and agree that your application may be reviewed using AI tools.