System Administrator 4 - SHORT TERM
Apply NowCompany: Syntricate Technologies
Location: Richmond, VA 23223
Description:
Title: System Administrator 4 - SHORT TERM
Start Date: 04/28/2025
Position Type: contract
Location: Richmond, VA
Agency Interview Type: Web Cam Interview Only
Work Arrangement: Hybrid
Short Description:
We are seeking a skilled and motivated System Administrator to support the stability, security, and performance of the organization's server and application infrastructure.
*See below for on-site details and duration expected
Complete Description:
Forty hours per week
Onsite Monday through Wednesday REQUIRED
Telework Thursday and Friday ONLY
Work hours: 8:00 AM to 4:30 PM
This will be a SHORT-TERM ROLE. Contract ends on June 30, 2025 - NO possibility of extension due to budget. Pls make sure your candidate is aware BEFORE you submit!
ABOUT THE ROLE -- this location is downtown. Parking is NOT provided for contractors.
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.
Skills: Skill Required / Desired Amount of Experience Expertise Rating Move Proficiency in Windows Server, Linux/Unix-based systems, and other server environments. Required Experience with server performance monitoring tools to track and analyze system performance metrics. Required Knowledge of security tools and practices such as antivirus, encryption, firewalls, and system hardening. Required Familiarity with automation and scripting tools for routine server maintenance and management tasks. Required Hands-on experience with virtualization platforms or other virtual environments. Required Experience with backup and disaster recovery solutions for server environments. Required Broad understanding of networking concepts (e.g., TCP/IP, DNS, DHCP, VPN, Load Balancing) for troubleshooting and managing server communications. Required CompTIA Network+ (or similar networking certification) A solid foundation in networking principles. Desired Microsoft Certified: Microsoft Certified Solutions Expert (MCSE) Demonstrates expertise in managing Windows Server environments. Desired ITIL Foundation A basic understanding of IT service management frameworks, useful for providing operational support and service coverage. Desired
Start Date: 04/28/2025
Position Type: contract
Location: Richmond, VA
Agency Interview Type: Web Cam Interview Only
Work Arrangement: Hybrid
Short Description:
We are seeking a skilled and motivated System Administrator to support the stability, security, and performance of the organization's server and application infrastructure.
*See below for on-site details and duration expected
Complete Description:
Forty hours per week
Onsite Monday through Wednesday REQUIRED
Telework Thursday and Friday ONLY
Work hours: 8:00 AM to 4:30 PM
This will be a SHORT-TERM ROLE. Contract ends on June 30, 2025 - NO possibility of extension due to budget. Pls make sure your candidate is aware BEFORE you submit!
ABOUT THE ROLE -- this location is downtown. Parking is NOT provided for contractors.
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.
Skills: Skill Required / Desired Amount of Experience Expertise Rating Move Proficiency in Windows Server, Linux/Unix-based systems, and other server environments. Required Experience with server performance monitoring tools to track and analyze system performance metrics. Required Knowledge of security tools and practices such as antivirus, encryption, firewalls, and system hardening. Required Familiarity with automation and scripting tools for routine server maintenance and management tasks. Required Hands-on experience with virtualization platforms or other virtual environments. Required Experience with backup and disaster recovery solutions for server environments. Required Broad understanding of networking concepts (e.g., TCP/IP, DNS, DHCP, VPN, Load Balancing) for troubleshooting and managing server communications. Required CompTIA Network+ (or similar networking certification) A solid foundation in networking principles. Desired Microsoft Certified: Microsoft Certified Solutions Expert (MCSE) Demonstrates expertise in managing Windows Server environments. Desired ITIL Foundation A basic understanding of IT service management frameworks, useful for providing operational support and service coverage. Desired