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Job Title: Systems Administrator Location: Vancouver, Washington (On-Site) Job Type: Contract-to-Hire Compensation: 85-89K per year upon conversion No C2C Position Summary We are seeking a detail-oriented and proactive Systems Administrator to join our IT team in a fully on-site role based in Vancouver, Washington. This position is responsible for overseeing the management, maintenance, and performance of both on-premise and remote-hosted systems. The ideal candidate will have experience supporting complex environments, maintaining system availability, and ensuring seamless integration across all platforms. Our company prides itself on fostering a vibrant culture and promoting an excellent work-life balance, making it a great place to grow your career while maintaining a healthy lifestyle. Key Responsibilities • Manage and maintain system infrastructure across physical and virtual environments. • Administer, monitor, and maintain SQL Server environments, ensuring performance, reliability, and data integrity. • Oversee Azure-based infrastructure and services, including user management, resource provisioning, and configuration. • Monitor system performance, ensuring high availability and reliability. • Perform routine system updates, configurations, and upgrades. Data Center Operations • Oversee day-to-day operations of local data center infrastructure. • Ensure physical hardware, environmental controls, and security protocols are functioning as intended. Security and Compliance • Implement and maintain security protocols across all systems. • Conduct regular audits to ensure compliance with industry standards and internal policies. • Manage system access controls and perform patch management. Backup and Recovery • Develop and manage backup strategies to protect organizational data. • Create and routinely test disaster recovery procedures to ensure operational continuity. Automation and Efficiency • Develop automated processes to improve system management and operational workflows. • Continuously evaluate and refine administrative tasks for efficiency. Technical Support and Troubleshooting • Provide advanced technical support for system-related issues. • Diagnose and resolve issues affecting system performance and availability. Collaboration and Documentation • Collaborate with internal IT staff and other departments to ensure technology alignment with business needs. • Maintain clear and comprehensive documentation for configurations, procedures, and recovery plans. Required Qualifications • Bachelor's degree in a related field or equivalent practical experience. • Minimum 3 years of experience in system administration, with involvement in both on-site and hosted environments. • Extensive experience with Windows operating systems and server management. • Must have Linux administration experience. • Must have hands-on Azure administration experience. • Must have extensive SQL Server experience (installation, configuration, performance tuning, and maintenance). • Strong proficiency in virtualization technologies (e.g., VMware, Hyper-V). • Experience in network administration and a solid understanding of security protocols. • Familiarity with system monitoring tools (e.g., Nagios, Zabbix, or similar). • Excellent troubleshooting abilities, attention to detail, and communication skills. Preferred Qualifications • Proficiency in scripting with PowerShell, Python, or Bash for automation. • Certifications such as Microsoft Certified: Azure Administrator, or CompTIA Network+. • Experience with containerization technologies like Docker or Kubernetes. • Experience with on-premises to Azure migration is very nice to have. • Experience with Veeam backup solutions is nice to have. • Familiarity with tools such as Sophos, Barramundi, Barracuda (email security), and Arctic Wolf (enterprise security) is nice to have. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, age, ancestry, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, marital status, disability, medical condition, genetic information, pregnancy, or military or veteran status. We consider all qualified applicants, including those with criminal histories, in a manner consistent with state and local laws, including the California Fair Chance Act, City of Los Angeles' Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance, and Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance. For unincorporated Los Angeles county, to the extent our customers require a background check for certain positions, the Company faces a significant risk to its business operations and business reputation unless a review of criminal history is conducted for those specific job positions.

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