Peterson Technology Partners
System Administrator / Windows Server Engineer
Peterson Technology Partners, Dearborn, Michigan, United States, 48120
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This is an onsite positionno remote or hybrid options . The ideal candidate is professional, knowledgeable, friendly, and takes pride in their work. You will play a key role in a complex Windows-based environment, helping to modernize, stabilize, and secure our infrastructure. Key Responsibilities: Administer and engineer server environments using VMware and Windows Server 2019 (with upcoming migration to Windows Server 2025). Support a primarily Windows-based infrastructure (minimal SQL Server involvement; mostly basic management). Participate in a major infrastructure lift and shift, including ordering new hardware, setting up fresh installs, and migrating or rebuilding Active Directory. Evaluate, document, and recommend solutions for legacy issuespropose actionable improvements, not just identify problems. Collaborate with a small, skilled team (help desk, server admins, security) in a highly visible, client-facing environment. Maintain a professional appearance: business casual required (e.g., golf shirt or equivalent; no suits, but also no t-shirts with stains or inappropriate graphics). Demonstrate initiative and accountability: take ownership, deliver timely responses, and show passion for IT excellence. Contribute to a positive, creative, and artsy company culture while upholding high standards for your own work and the team. Requirements: Proven experience as a System Administrator, Server Engineer, or similar role in a Windows/VMware environment. Strong knowledge of Active Directory, Windows Server, and virtualization (VMware). Experience with network technologies (Cisco and/or Unity) is a plus. Ability to assess, document, and improve IT systemsbring ideas and solutions, not just problems. Professional communication skills and the ability to interact with a variety of stakeholders, including executives and clients. Commitment to maintaining a professional work environment. Self-motivated, reliable, and passionate about IT; able to work independently without micromanagement. Work alongside other professionals in a collaborative, supportive setting. Company culture is relaxed and creative, but the IT team maintains a high standard of professionalism and urgency. Direct impact and visibilitysmall team means your contributions matter. Salary/ Rate: $43-50/hour (depends on experience level). This is a contract to hire position with candidates expected to work 40 hours/ week. Seniority level
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System Administrator / Windows Server Engineer
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Peterson Technology Partners 1 day ago Be among the first 25 applicants Join to apply for the
System Administrator / Windows Server Engineer
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Peterson Technology Partners Get AI-powered advice on this job and more exclusive features. Our client is seeking a dedicated System Administrator / Windows Server Engineer to join our client's tight-knit IT team.
This is an onsite positionno remote or hybrid options . The ideal candidate is professional, knowledgeable, friendly, and takes pride in their work. You will play a key role in a complex Windows-based environment, helping to modernize, stabilize, and secure our infrastructure. Key Responsibilities: Administer and engineer server environments using VMware and Windows Server 2019 (with upcoming migration to Windows Server 2025). Support a primarily Windows-based infrastructure (minimal SQL Server involvement; mostly basic management). Participate in a major infrastructure lift and shift, including ordering new hardware, setting up fresh installs, and migrating or rebuilding Active Directory. Evaluate, document, and recommend solutions for legacy issuespropose actionable improvements, not just identify problems. Collaborate with a small, skilled team (help desk, server admins, security) in a highly visible, client-facing environment. Maintain a professional appearance: business casual required (e.g., golf shirt or equivalent; no suits, but also no t-shirts with stains or inappropriate graphics). Demonstrate initiative and accountability: take ownership, deliver timely responses, and show passion for IT excellence. Contribute to a positive, creative, and artsy company culture while upholding high standards for your own work and the team. Requirements: Proven experience as a System Administrator, Server Engineer, or similar role in a Windows/VMware environment. Strong knowledge of Active Directory, Windows Server, and virtualization (VMware). Experience with network technologies (Cisco and/or Unity) is a plus. Ability to assess, document, and improve IT systemsbring ideas and solutions, not just problems. Professional communication skills and the ability to interact with a variety of stakeholders, including executives and clients. Commitment to maintaining a professional work environment. Self-motivated, reliable, and passionate about IT; able to work independently without micromanagement. Work alongside other professionals in a collaborative, supportive setting. Company culture is relaxed and creative, but the IT team maintains a high standard of professionalism and urgency. Direct impact and visibilitysmall team means your contributions matter. Salary/ Rate: $43-50/hour (depends on experience level). This is a contract to hire position with candidates expected to work 40 hours/ week. Seniority level
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