System Administrator

Job Title: System Administrator

Location: Santa Clara, CA Onsite, 5 days per week

Contract – 12 Months (with potential for extension)

Key Responsibilities

• Manage and maintain infrastructure, including servers, network devices, storage systems, and virtualization platforms.

• Install, configure, and troubleshoot operating systems, software applications, and hardware components.

• Implement and maintain security measures to protect data and systems from cyber threats and vulnerabilities.

• Monitor system performance and reliability, proactively identifying and resolving issues to minimize downtime and ensure optimal performance.

• Plan and execute system upgrades, migrations, and patch management activities, adhering to best practices and minimizing disruptions to business operations.

• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to support business initiatives, providing technical expertise and guidance for projects.

• Develop and maintain documentation, including system configurations, procedures, and policies, to ensure effective knowledge transfer and compliance with regulatory requirements.

• Provide technical support and assistance to end users, resolving issues in a timely and efficient manner to ensure productivity and user satisfaction.

• Participate in on-call rotation and respond to system emergencies outside of regular business hours as needed.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field (or equivalent experience).

• Proven experience as a System Administrator or similar role in a high-tech environment.

• Strong knowledge of Linux and/or Windows operating systems, as well as experience with virtualization technologies (e.g., VMware, Hyper-V).

• Strong understanding of system hardware and remote management via IPMItool, iLO, iDRAC, etc.

• Proficiency in scripting languages such as PowerShell, Bash, or Python.

• Familiarity with network protocols, security principles, and the ITIL framework.

• Excellent troubleshooting skills and attention to detail, with the ability to analyze complex technical issues and implement effective solutions.

• Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively with team members and stakeholders at all levels.

Preferred Qualifications

• Relevant certifications (e.g., CompTIA Security+, Microsoft Certified: Azure Administrator, VMware Certified Professional).