System Administrator II
*This is an onsite position.
*Local to the Raleigh, NC area only, please.
Description:
- The Systems Administrator II will be responsible for supporting a highly available hybrid infrastructure spanning both on?premises Windows and Linux servers and cloud-based environments.
- This role focuses on ensuring seamless connectivity between cloud and on?prem systems, supporting database migration initiatives, and maintaining secure, reliable, and performant enterprise services.
- The ideal candidate brings strong experience in load balancing, firewalls, and foundational networking, along with a growing skillset in cloud operations and infrastructure modernization.
Responsibilities:
- Support and maintain cloud-integrated infrastructure (e.g., AWS, Azure, or hybrid architectures), including Windows and Linux VMs, storage services, identity platforms, and cross-environment connectivity.
- Assist in designing, establishing, and optimizing secure connectivity between cloud environments and on?premise data centers, including VPNs, direct connect solutions, routing, and identity federation.
- Participate in database replicationmigration activities, including planning, coordinating, and executing replicationsmigrations between on?prem databases and cloud-managed database services
- Perform system administration tasks for enterprise applications including patching, automated deployments, configuration updates, performance tuning, log analysis, backups, and capacity planning as well as coordination with vendors as needed.
- Administer and troubleshoot F5 BigIP traffic managers, including VIP configuration, pool management, SSL profiles, and health monitoring.
- Assist in managing Palo Alto firewalls, including security policies, NAT rules, and general operational support.
- Collaborate with the network team to diagnose and resolve Layer 2/3 networking issues such as routing, switching, VLANs, and load balancing interactions.
- Develop and maintain documentation for systems, processes, and standard operating procedures.
- Support incident response activities by investigating system issues and implementing corrective actions.
- Perform vulnerability management activities, including scanning systems, reviewing findings, prioritizing risks, and implementing remediation actions to maintain a secure infrastructure.
- Work closely with cross-functional teams to support new system deployments, infrastructure upgrades, and automation initiatives.
Required Skills/Knowledge/Experience:
- Hands-on experience supporting Windows and Linux server environments., Required 5 Years
- Experience with hybrid infrastructure, cloud services, or cloud migration activities., Required 5 Years
- Experience with hybrid infrastructure, cloud services, or cloud migration activities., Required 5 Years
- Proficiency with PowerShell, Bash, or other scripting languages for automation and troubleshooting., Required 5 Years
- Experience with virtualization technologies such as VMware or Hyper V., Required 5 Years
- Knowledge of cloud-integrated infrastructure (e.g., AWS, Azure, or hybrid environments), including connectivity between on premises and cloud resources, Required 5 Years
- Solid understanding of TCP/IP networking, DNS, DHCP, routing, and switching fundamentals., Required 5 Years
- Familiarity with monitoring and alerting platforms (e.g., Splunk, CrowdStrike, Security Onion, WhatsUp Gold)., Required 5 Years
- Experience administering F5 BigIP load balancers and Palo Alto firewalls., Highly desired 5 Years
- Hands-on experience with cloud networking or database migration projects., Highly desired 5 Years
- Familiarity with automation or configuration management tools., Highly desired 5 Years
- Relevant certifications such as MCSA/MCSE, RHCSA/RHCE, PCNSE, F5 CA/CE, or Network+., Highly desired 5 Years
- Strong problem-solving abilities and analytical thinking., Required
- Effective communication with technical and non-technical stakeholders., Required
- Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced environment., Required
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