What are the responsibilities and job description for the System Administrator position at Info Origin Inc.?
- Position Title: System Administrator
- Location: Richmond, VA 23219 (Hybrid - Monday to Wednesday Onsite work, Telework Thursday and Friday ONLY )
- Interview: Webcam
- Position Type: Contract (Short term contract of 3months)
ABOUT THE ROLE
- Monitor and manage server and application performance, ensuring all systems are functioning efficiently and securely.
- Implement and enforce security configurations and best practices for servers and applications.
- Assist in audit preparedness, ensuring servers and systems meet compliance standards and are ready for external audits.
- Work closely with the internal team to address and close out any findings from audits.
- Perform regular server maintenance to keep systems secure and performing optimally.
- Resolve server performance issues, security vulnerabilities, and system errors, ensuring minimal downtime.
- Regularly review server logs and performance metrics to proactively identify and address potential issues.
- Provide backup support to team members handling other Operations activities, ensuring that all operational needs are met.
- Maintain thorough documentation of server configurations, procedures, and best practices for reference and training purposes.
Required Skills
- Proficiency in Windows Server, Linux/Unix-based systems, and other server environments.
- Experience with server performance monitoring tools to track and analyze system performance metrics.
- Knowledge of security tools and practices such as antivirus, encryption, firewalls, and system hardening.
- Familiarity with automation and scripting tools for routine server maintenance and management tasks.
- Hands-on experience with virtualization platforms or other virtual environments.
- Experience with backup and disaster recovery solutions for server environments.
- Broad understanding of networking concepts (e.g., TCP/IP, DNS, DHCP, VPN, Load Balancing) for troubleshooting and managing server communications.
- ITIL Foundation – A basic understanding of IT service management frameworks, useful for providing operational support and service coverage.
Certifications
- CompTIA Network (or similar networking certification) – A solid foundation in networking principles.
- Microsoft Certified: Microsoft Certified Solutions Expert (MCSE) – Demonstrates expertise in managing Windows Server environments.
If you are a proactive problem solver with a strong technical background in system administration, we encourage you to apply for this exciting opportunity.
Job Type: Contract
Pay: $40.00 - $45.00 per hour
Expected hours: 40 per week
Schedule:
- 8 hour shift
- Day shift
- Monday to Friday
Experience:
- Microsoft Windows Server: 5 years (Required)
- Linux: 5 years (Required)
- UNIX: 5 years (Required)
- TCP/IP: 3 years (Required)
- Disaster recovery: 3 years (Required)
License/Certification:
- MCSE (Required)
- CompTIA A (Required)
Location:
- Richmond, VA 23219 (Required)
Ability to Commute:
- Richmond, VA 23219 (Required)
Work Location: Hybrid remote in Richmond, VA 23219
Salary : $40 - $45
