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Systems Administrator

Current job openings at Peterson Technology Partners
Current job openings at Peterson Technology Partners
Details
  • Req No : 106098
  • Number of Position : 1
  • Priority : High
Location

Atlanta, GA 30314, USA

Employment Type
  • Work Authorization Status : greencard, uscitizen, h4ead, l2ead
  • Duration : 6 months+
  • Location : Onsite
Technical Profile
  • Professional Experience : 5-7 years
  • Primary Skills : Windows Server, Active Directory, VMWare, Backup & Disaster Recovery
  • Additional Notes : contract to hire

Contact

Anant N Awatare

Anant N Awatare

anant@ptechpartners.com Peterson Technology Partners on LinkedIn

Job Description:

Our client is seeking a skilled Systems Administrator to support the University's technology infrastructure and ensure the availability, reliability, security, and performance of critical systems supporting students, faculty, staff, and administrative operations.

The Systems Administrator will be responsible for administering and maintaining server infrastructure, operating systems, identity and access services, virtualization platforms, storage, backups, and enterprise applications. This role will work closely with network, cybersecurity, application, and help desk teams to troubleshoot issues, implement infrastructure improvements, and maintain a secure and highly available computing environment.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Administer, monitor, and maintain Windows and/or Linux server environments.
  • Manage physical and virtual server infrastructure, including VMware or other virtualization technologies.
  • Support Active Directory, Group Policy, DNS, DHCP, authentication, and identity management services.
  • Monitor system availability, performance, capacity, and resource utilization.
  • Perform system upgrades, patches, configuration changes, and routine maintenance.
  • Manage enterprise backup, recovery, and disaster recovery processes.
  • Troubleshoot complex server, operating system, application, and infrastructure issues.
  • Support Microsoft 365 and other cloud-based services as required.
  • Assist with cybersecurity initiatives, including endpoint protection, vulnerability remediation, access controls, and system hardening.
  • Implement and maintain system monitoring and alerting tools.
  • Create and maintain technical documentation, system configurations, procedures, and knowledge-base materials.
  • Participate in infrastructure projects, migrations, implementations, and technology refresh initiatives.
  • Collaborate with network engineering and cybersecurity teams to resolve cross-functional infrastructure issues.
  • Assist with disaster recovery and business continuity planning and testing.
  • Participate in an on-call or after-hours support rotation as required.
  • Ensure systems are maintained in accordance with University policies, security standards, and applicable regulatory requirements.

Required Qualifications:

  • Bachelor's degree in Information Technology, Computer Science, Information Systems, or a related field; equivalent professional experience may be considered.
  • 3+ years of experience administering enterprise IT systems or infrastructure.
  • Hands-on experience with Windows Server and/or Linux administration.
  • Experience with Active Directory, DNS, DHCP, Group Policy, and enterprise authentication.
  • Experience with virtualization technologies.
  • Strong troubleshooting and problem-solving skills.
  • Understanding of networking fundamentals, TCP/IP, routing, switching, and security concepts.
  • Experience with backup, recovery, and disaster recovery technologies.
  • Strong written and verbal communication skills.

Preferred Qualifications:

  • Experience working in a higher education environment.
  • Experience with VMware, Microsoft Azure, AWS, or other cloud platforms.
  • Microsoft certifications such as Azure Administrator or related credentials.
  • CompTIA Server+, Network+, Security+, or equivalent certifications.
  • Experience with PowerShell, Bash, or other scripting/automation tools.
  • Experience supporting enterprise identity management and Microsoft 365.
  • Familiarity with ITIL practices and structured change-management processes.

Core Competencies:

  • Enterprise systems administration
  • Infrastructure troubleshooting
  • Cybersecurity awareness
  • Systems monitoring and performance management
  • Backup and disaster recovery
  • Automation and scripting
  • Documentation and change management
  • Customer service
  • Collaboration and communication
  • Ability to work effectively in a higher education environment

Success in This Role:

Success will be measured by the stability, security, and availability of the University's systems; timely resolution of infrastructure issues; effective implementation of technology projects; and the ability to provide reliable technology services to the University's academic and administrative communities.

Salary/Rate: $40-$45/HR (depends on experience level). This is a contract position with candidates expected to work 40 hours/ week. Upon conversion the salary: $100,000 - $115,000 (depends on experience level) + benefits.  

About Us

Peterson Technology Partners (PTP) is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to creating a transparent, inclusive, and human-centered hiring experience.

For more than 28 years, PTP has operated as one of the top IT staffing and recruiting firms in the USA—built on trust, long-term partnerships, and technical excellence.

Based in the Chicago suburb of Park Ridge, IL, our team of more than 500 employees and consultants is dedicated to:

  • Helping every client make the best hiring decisions possible
  • Matching professionals with the right IT jobs and career opportunities

As part of that commitment, we believe in providing clear information about how our hiring technologies work and how your data is used. The following section outlines our AI-assisted interview process and your rights as a candidate.

AI-Assisted Interview Experience (Pete & Gabi – Rebecca):

To provide a consistent, fair, and flexible experience for all candidates, we use AI-assisted tools to support parts of the interview process. This includes our proprietary AI platform Pete & Gabi, which includes AI recruiter Rebecca.

These AI hiring tools help us:

  • Conduct recorded video interviews
  • Transcribe interviews
  • Summarize candidate responses
  • Generate job-related insights
  • Streamline communication and scheduling

Please note that:

  • The AI does NOT make hiring decisions; all decisions are made by our human recruiters, hiring managers, or client partners.
  • The AI does not evaluate facial expressions, emotions, or physical traits; it is used only to support fairness, consistency, and efficiency.

If you prefer a non-AI interview format, we will gladly provide an alternative.

Technical or Case Interviews (Role-Dependent):

When applying for certain tech jobs, you may participate in:

  • A technical interview
  • A coding challenge
  • A case study
  • A client-specific assessment

We will always explain what to expect in advance so you can prepare with confidence.

Human Review & Selection: +

Every candidate’s profile—including interviews, conversations, and assessments—is reviewed by experienced recruiters and hiring leaders.

AI insights may assist with organization and evaluation, but final decisions are always human-driven.

Your Rights as a Candidate: +

At PTP, every candidate has the right to:

  • Request a non-AI interview path
  • Ask how your data is being used
  • Request access to transcripts or interview recordings
  • Request deletion of your AI-recorded interview
  • Receive clear, timely communication

Our goal is to ensure you feel respected, informed, and supported throughout your experience.

Our Commitment: +

For more than 28 years, PTP has focused on putting people first—candidates, consultants, employees, and clients.

We’re committed to a hiring process that is:

  • Transparent
  • Compliant
  • Equitable
  • Powered by innovative technology that enhances—not replaces—human judgment

Welcome to the future of hiring at Peterson Technology Partners.

We’re excited to learn more about you.

Equal Employment Opportunity: +

Peterson Technology Partners is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, gender identity, sexual orientation, disability, veteran status, or any other protected characteristic.

Systems Administrator

Current job openings at Peterson Technology Partners
Current job openings at Peterson Technology Partners
Details
  • Req No : 106098
  • Number of Position : 1
  • Priority : High
Location

Atlanta, GA 30314, USA

Employment Type
  • Work Authorization Status : greencard, uscitizen, h4ead, l2ead
  • Duration : 6 months+
  • Location : Onsite
Technical Profile
  • Professional Experience : 5-7 years
  • Primary Skills : Windows Server, Active Directory, VMWare, Backup & Disaster Recovery
  • Additional Notes : contract to hire

Contact

Anant N Awatare

Anant N Awatare

anant@ptechpartners.com Peterson Technology Partners on LinkedIn

Job Description:

Our client is seeking a skilled Systems Administrator to support the University's technology infrastructure and ensure the availability, reliability, security, and performance of critical systems supporting students, faculty, staff, and administrative operations.

The Systems Administrator will be responsible for administering and maintaining server infrastructure, operating systems, identity and access services, virtualization platforms, storage, backups, and enterprise applications. This role will work closely with network, cybersecurity, application, and help desk teams to troubleshoot issues, implement infrastructure improvements, and maintain a secure and highly available computing environment.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Administer, monitor, and maintain Windows and/or Linux server environments.
  • Manage physical and virtual server infrastructure, including VMware or other virtualization technologies.
  • Support Active Directory, Group Policy, DNS, DHCP, authentication, and identity management services.
  • Monitor system availability, performance, capacity, and resource utilization.
  • Perform system upgrades, patches, configuration changes, and routine maintenance.
  • Manage enterprise backup, recovery, and disaster recovery processes.
  • Troubleshoot complex server, operating system, application, and infrastructure issues.
  • Support Microsoft 365 and other cloud-based services as required.
  • Assist with cybersecurity initiatives, including endpoint protection, vulnerability remediation, access controls, and system hardening.
  • Implement and maintain system monitoring and alerting tools.
  • Create and maintain technical documentation, system configurations, procedures, and knowledge-base materials.
  • Participate in infrastructure projects, migrations, implementations, and technology refresh initiatives.
  • Collaborate with network engineering and cybersecurity teams to resolve cross-functional infrastructure issues.
  • Assist with disaster recovery and business continuity planning and testing.
  • Participate in an on-call or after-hours support rotation as required.
  • Ensure systems are maintained in accordance with University policies, security standards, and applicable regulatory requirements.

Required Qualifications:

  • Bachelor's degree in Information Technology, Computer Science, Information Systems, or a related field; equivalent professional experience may be considered.
  • 3+ years of experience administering enterprise IT systems or infrastructure.
  • Hands-on experience with Windows Server and/or Linux administration.
  • Experience with Active Directory, DNS, DHCP, Group Policy, and enterprise authentication.
  • Experience with virtualization technologies.
  • Strong troubleshooting and problem-solving skills.
  • Understanding of networking fundamentals, TCP/IP, routing, switching, and security concepts.
  • Experience with backup, recovery, and disaster recovery technologies.
  • Strong written and verbal communication skills.

Preferred Qualifications:

  • Experience working in a higher education environment.
  • Experience with VMware, Microsoft Azure, AWS, or other cloud platforms.
  • Microsoft certifications such as Azure Administrator or related credentials.
  • CompTIA Server+, Network+, Security+, or equivalent certifications.
  • Experience with PowerShell, Bash, or other scripting/automation tools.
  • Experience supporting enterprise identity management and Microsoft 365.
  • Familiarity with ITIL practices and structured change-management processes.

Core Competencies:

  • Enterprise systems administration
  • Infrastructure troubleshooting
  • Cybersecurity awareness
  • Systems monitoring and performance management
  • Backup and disaster recovery
  • Automation and scripting
  • Documentation and change management
  • Customer service
  • Collaboration and communication
  • Ability to work effectively in a higher education environment

Success in This Role:

Success will be measured by the stability, security, and availability of the University's systems; timely resolution of infrastructure issues; effective implementation of technology projects; and the ability to provide reliable technology services to the University's academic and administrative communities.

Salary/Rate: $40-$45/HR (depends on experience level). This is a contract position with candidates expected to work 40 hours/ week. Upon conversion the salary: $100,000 - $115,000 (depends on experience level) + benefits.  

About Us

Peterson Technology Partners (PTP) is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to creating a transparent, inclusive, and human-centered hiring experience.

For more than 28 years, PTP has operated as one of the top IT staffing and recruiting firms in the USA—built on trust, long-term partnerships, and technical excellence.

Based in the Chicago suburb of Park Ridge, IL, our team of more than 500 employees and consultants is dedicated to:

  • Helping every client make the best hiring decisions possible
  • Matching professionals with the right IT jobs and career opportunities

As part of that commitment, we believe in providing clear information about how our hiring technologies work and how your data is used. The following section outlines our AI-assisted interview process and your rights as a candidate.

AI-Assisted Interview Experience (Pete & Gabi – Rebecca):

To provide a consistent, fair, and flexible experience for all candidates, we use AI-assisted tools to support parts of the interview process. This includes our proprietary AI platform Pete & Gabi, which includes AI recruiter Rebecca.

These AI hiring tools help us:

  • Conduct recorded video interviews
  • Transcribe interviews
  • Summarize candidate responses
  • Generate job-related insights
  • Streamline communication and scheduling

Please note that:

  • The AI does NOT make hiring decisions; all decisions are made by our human recruiters, hiring managers, or client partners.
  • The AI does not evaluate facial expressions, emotions, or physical traits; it is used only to support fairness, consistency, and efficiency.

If you prefer a non-AI interview format, we will gladly provide an alternative.

Technical or Case Interviews (Role-Dependent):

When applying for certain tech jobs, you may participate in:

  • A technical interview
  • A coding challenge
  • A case study
  • A client-specific assessment

We will always explain what to expect in advance so you can prepare with confidence.

Human Review & Selection: +

Every candidate’s profile—including interviews, conversations, and assessments—is reviewed by experienced recruiters and hiring leaders.

AI insights may assist with organization and evaluation, but final decisions are always human-driven.

Your Rights as a Candidate: +

At PTP, every candidate has the right to:

  • Request a non-AI interview path
  • Ask how your data is being used
  • Request access to transcripts or interview recordings
  • Request deletion of your AI-recorded interview
  • Receive clear, timely communication

Our goal is to ensure you feel respected, informed, and supported throughout your experience.

Our Commitment: +

For more than 28 years, PTP has focused on putting people first—candidates, consultants, employees, and clients.

We’re committed to a hiring process that is:

  • Transparent
  • Compliant
  • Equitable
  • Powered by innovative technology that enhances—not replaces—human judgment

Welcome to the future of hiring at Peterson Technology Partners.

We’re excited to learn more about you.

Equal Employment Opportunity: +

Peterson Technology Partners is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, gender identity, sexual orientation, disability, veteran status, or any other protected characteristic.

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