Systems Administrator

We are looking for an experienced Systems Administrator to support core infrastructure and endpoint management in Rancho Cordova, California, within the wholesale distribution industry. This Long-term Contract role is expected to run for 6-9 months and focuses on maintaining reliable on-premises and cloud-based services while contributing to daily IT operations. The ideal candidate will bring strong expertise in Microsoft technologies, including Active Directory, Windows Server, SCCM, and Intune, and will help ensure secure, stable, and well-documented system performance across the environment.

Responsibilities:
• Administer and maintain server and workstation environments across both on-premises and cloud platforms to support business continuity and operational efficiency.
• Configure, update, and optimize Microsoft Windows Server systems and endpoint platforms, ensuring systems remain secure, current, and aligned with approved standards.
• Track infrastructure health, evaluate system performance trends, and communicate key findings and recommendations to IT leadership.
• Oversee backup processes, troubleshoot related issues, and perform data recovery activities when restoration is required.
• Create and maintain technical documentation and standard operating procedures to support consistent service delivery and team knowledge sharing.
• Develop and use scripts or automation methods to deploy applications, install patches, and streamline recurring administrative tasks.
• Provide advanced support for end users and internal teams, resolving escalated technical issues within established service expectations.
• Contribute technical expertise to projects, disaster recovery planning, system evaluations, and infrastructure improvement initiatives as a subject matter resource.
• Review hardware, software, and third-party solutions, assisting with testing, implementation, and recommendations for operational use.

Qualifications:

• 5+ years of experience in systems administration supporting enterprise server, workstation, and cloud-connected environments.
• Hands-on expertise with Active Directory administration, including user, group, and policy management.
• Strong experience managing Microsoft Windows Server environments in a production setting.
• Proficiency with Microsoft SCCM and Intune for endpoint configuration, software deployment, and device management.
• Demonstrated ability to troubleshoot system, backup, and infrastructure issues in a timely and methodical manner.
• Experience creating technical documentation, operational procedures, and support standards for IT environments.
• Ability to support multiple priorities, collaborate across teams, and communicate technical information clearly to both IT and business users.

Compensation

$40.00-$50.00 Hourly

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