Windows System Admin (Local to IL)

Sonoma Consulting Inc.; Glenview (IL); On-site; USD 75,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

A premier IT consulting firm based in the United States is seeking a Systems Administrator to maintain and enhance enterprise Windows systems. The ideal candidate will have over five years of experience in IT support, especially with Windows Operating Systems, PowerShell, and VMWare. Excellent communication skills are necessary as interaction with clients is a key responsibility. This role offers a chance to work on meaningful IT projects in a supportive environment.

Qualifications

• 5 or more years of experience in IT support.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Adaptable and quick to learn new technologies.

Responsibilities

• Maintain and administer Windows systems across the enterprise.
• Automate processes using scripting.
• Coordinate hardware and application changes.

Skills

Solid support skills

Proficient with Windows Operating Systems

PowerShell CLI expertise

VMWare expertise

Active Directory

LDAP

DNS

Troubleshooter

Project Management

Tools

VMWare

Citrix 7.6

SCCM

Job description

Halo Group is a premier provider of IT talent. We place technology experts within the teams of the world’s leading companies to help them build innovative businesses that keep them one step closer to their customers and one step ahead of the competition.

We offer a meaningful work environment for employees, attractive and interesting engagements for consultants, and cutting‑edge digital innovation for our customers.

We delight in helping our customers execute their digital vision. Big projects or small, Halo Group knows that by combining the highest quality talent with our unwavering support, we will become an invaluable extension of the team.

Halo Group's experienced consultants in Detroit, Atlanta and Dallas specialize in all areas of product/project governance, UX/UI, multi‑platform applications, quality assurance/testing, cloud computing, and data analytics.

Since its inception, Halo Group has been recognized for numerous awards, including:

• INC 5000
• Future 50
• 101 Best and Brightest
• Michigan 50 Companies to Watch
• Goldline Research – "Most Dependable Companies"
• Ernst & Young – "Entrepreneur of the Year" Finalist

Job Description

Position Overview

Systems Administrator is responsible for installing, maintaining, administering, and enhancing all enterprise Windows systems and related hardware/software. Establishing and following standards/procedures in order to support new and existing systems across the enterprise is required for this position. Accuracy is a requirement.

Abilities & Skills

• 5 or more years of solid support skills. Interacts professionally with clients. Responds accurately, reliably, and timely in fashion. Emphasis on service.
• 5 or more years practical experience and knowledge. Proficient with Windows Operating Systems 2008 R2 and 2012 R2. PowerShell CLI expertise a must. VMWare expertise preferred. Active Directory, LDAP, and DNS.
• Backup and recovery.
• Hardware and software system builds.
• VB, or JAVA scripting a plus.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Technical aptitude. Adaptable, learns new skills readily and easily. Comprehends systems integration and implementation issues. Motivated to stay current with changes in the enterprise and in this field of expertise.
• Troubleshooter. Identifies and owns problems. Resolves problems thoroughly and documents outcome. Resourceful, patient, persistent.
• Project Management. Handles multiple tasks concurrently, prioritizes well, and requires minimum supervision. Capable of using project management tools and methodologies for planning and implementing change.
• Detail minded. Follow‑up a must.

Responsibilities

• Ensure consistent operation of Anixter’s systems running Windows OS.
• Scripting to automate processes, such as AD and DR, and maintenance work.
• Install, upgrade, maintain, and customize all Windows system and VMWare software.
• Develop, test, and maintain business interruption and resumption procedures.
• Manage systems hardware/software inventory and maintenance.
• Coordinate and configure hardware and system application changes.
• Access remote hosts to perform system administration and work with on‑site personnel to resolve issues.

Qualifications

Position Overview

Systems Administrator is responsible for installing, maintaining, administering, and enhancing all enterprise Windows systems and related hardware/software. Establishing and following standards/procedures in order to support new and existing systems across the enterprise is required for this position. Accuracy is a requirement.

Abilities & Skills

• 5 or more years of solid support skills. Interacts professionally with clients. Responds accurately, reliably, and timely in fashion. Emphasis on service.
• 5 or more years practical experience and knowledge. Proficient with Windows Operating Systems 2008 R2 and 2012 R2. PowerShell CLI expertise a must. VMWare expertise preferred. Active Directory, LDAP, and DNS.
• Backup and recovery.
• Hardware and software system builds.
• Citrix 7.6 experience a plus.
• VB, or JAVA scripting a plus.
• SCCM experience a plus.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Technical aptitude. Adaptable, learns new skills readily and easily. Comprehends systems integration and implementation issues. Motivated to stay current with changes in the enterprise and in this field of expertise.
• Troubleshooter. Identifies and owns problems. Resolves problems thoroughly and documents outcome. Resourceful, patient, persistent.
• Project Management. Handles multiple tasks concurrently, prioritizes well, and requires minimum supervision. Capable of using project management tools and methodologies for planning and implementing change.
• Detail minded. Follow‑up a must.

Responsibilities

• Ensure consistent operation of Anixter’s systems running Windows OS.
• Scripting to automate processes, such as AD and DR, and maintenance work.
• Install, upgrade, maintain, and customize all Windows system and VMWare software.
• Develop, test, and maintain business interruption and resumption procedures.
• Manage systems hardware/software inventory and maintenance.
• Coordinate and configure hardware and system application changes.
• Access remote hosts to perform system administration and work with on‑site personnel to resolve issues.