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$32.00/hr - $37.00/hr Direct message the job poster from Softworld, a Kelly Company Principal Recruiter @ Softworld | Award-Winning Technical Recruiter
System Administrator (IT Security) Location:
Stoughton, MA 02072 Schedule:
Monday–Friday, 8:30 AM – 5:00 PM Work Arrangement:
Hybrid – 2 days onsite, 3 days remote Pay Rate:
$37/hour (35 hours/week, $67,340 annually) Employment Type:
Contract-to-Hire or Direct Hire About the Role We are seeking a highly skilled
System Administrator (IT Security)
to manage the day-to-day support, maintenance, and security monitoring of enterprise IT systems and servers. This role is critical to ensuring systems remain secure, stable, and compliant. The ideal candidate will have strong technical expertise, excellent communication skills, and the ability to work both independently and collaboratively within a small, dedicated IT team. Key Responsibilities Perform daily monitoring of systems, verifying integrity, availability, and security of hardware, servers, and applications. Maintain and update system standards, applying OS patches and upgrades regularly. Manage and configure VMware Vcenter 6.5+/VSphere 6.5+, MS Exchange 2013+, Active Directory, and SAN systems. Audit and manage System Access Forms to ensure appropriate staff access. Monitor and maintain network switches (HP, Commware, Aruba) and Dell & HP servers. Conduct regular security monitoring to detect and respond to intrusions or vulnerabilities. Troubleshoot and recover from hardware/software failures, coordinating with impacted teams. Maintain comprehensive documentation of all systems, processes, and security protocols. Provide staff training on security best practices and system use. Required Skills & Experience Hands-on experience with: VMware Vcenter 6.5+ and VSphere 6.5+ Microsoft Exchange 2013+ and Active Directory HP, Commware, and Aruba switches Dell & HP servers, SAN systems (ISCSI, Starwinds VSAN, HP MSA) Strong knowledge of firewalls, VLANs, switching, and routing. Ability to conduct security audits, manage patches, and monitor systems proactively. Excellent documentation, communication, and organizational skills. Team player with the ability to work independently with minimal oversight. Education Bachelor’s degree in a related field
or
equivalent combination of education and experience. Why This Opportunity Stands Out You’ll play a direct role in safeguarding critical IT infrastructure in a collaborative, mission-driven environment. We value initiative, teamwork, and the ability to innovate while maintaining the highest security standards. Seniority level
Seniority level Mid-Senior level Employment type
Employment type Contract Job function
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This range is provided by Softworld, a Kelly Company. Your actual pay will be based on your skills and experience — talk with your recruiter to learn more. Base pay range
$32.00/hr - $37.00/hr Direct message the job poster from Softworld, a Kelly Company Principal Recruiter @ Softworld | Award-Winning Technical Recruiter
System Administrator (IT Security) Location:
Stoughton, MA 02072 Schedule:
Monday–Friday, 8:30 AM – 5:00 PM Work Arrangement:
Hybrid – 2 days onsite, 3 days remote Pay Rate:
$37/hour (35 hours/week, $67,340 annually) Employment Type:
Contract-to-Hire or Direct Hire About the Role We are seeking a highly skilled
System Administrator (IT Security)
to manage the day-to-day support, maintenance, and security monitoring of enterprise IT systems and servers. This role is critical to ensuring systems remain secure, stable, and compliant. The ideal candidate will have strong technical expertise, excellent communication skills, and the ability to work both independently and collaboratively within a small, dedicated IT team. Key Responsibilities Perform daily monitoring of systems, verifying integrity, availability, and security of hardware, servers, and applications. Maintain and update system standards, applying OS patches and upgrades regularly. Manage and configure VMware Vcenter 6.5+/VSphere 6.5+, MS Exchange 2013+, Active Directory, and SAN systems. Audit and manage System Access Forms to ensure appropriate staff access. Monitor and maintain network switches (HP, Commware, Aruba) and Dell & HP servers. Conduct regular security monitoring to detect and respond to intrusions or vulnerabilities. Troubleshoot and recover from hardware/software failures, coordinating with impacted teams. Maintain comprehensive documentation of all systems, processes, and security protocols. Provide staff training on security best practices and system use. Required Skills & Experience Hands-on experience with: VMware Vcenter 6.5+ and VSphere 6.5+ Microsoft Exchange 2013+ and Active Directory HP, Commware, and Aruba switches Dell & HP servers, SAN systems (ISCSI, Starwinds VSAN, HP MSA) Strong knowledge of firewalls, VLANs, switching, and routing. Ability to conduct security audits, manage patches, and monitor systems proactively. Excellent documentation, communication, and organizational skills. Team player with the ability to work independently with minimal oversight. Education Bachelor’s degree in a related field
or
equivalent combination of education and experience. Why This Opportunity Stands Out You’ll play a direct role in safeguarding critical IT infrastructure in a collaborative, mission-driven environment. We value initiative, teamwork, and the ability to innovate while maintaining the highest security standards. Seniority level
Seniority level Mid-Senior level Employment type
Employment type Contract Job function
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