Vaco by Highspring
Contract Systems Administrator (Onsite)
Vaco by Highspring, Durham, North Carolina, United States, 27703
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Base pay range $38.00/hr - $40.00/hr
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Connector of Talent, Teams & Tech | Building What’s Next with Purpose, People & Precision Unable to partner with 3rd party vendors (Corp-to-Corp/C2C) for this opportunity. We are unable to sponsor at this time. Relocation assistance is not provided.
About the Role
Our client, a growing biotech manufacturing company, is seeking a Contract Systems Administrator to join its Information Technology team. This mid-level role is ideal for a detail-oriented IT professional with a strong background in Windows Server environments, Hyper‑V, Azure (Local), and Veeam, who thrives in a fast‑paced, regulated (GxP‑controlled) environment. You'll play a key role in supporting IT infrastructure, lab/manufacturing (OT) systems, and end‑user technologies to ensure uptime, compliance, and efficiency.
This is a hands‑on position that requires a balance of technical expertise, customer service, and documentation rigor. You will collaborate with internal teams to support daily operations and infrastructure projects while ensuring systems meet both IT and operational technology needs.
Key Responsibilities Systems Administration & Infrastructure Support
Administer and maintain Windows Server environments running on Hyper‑V and Azure Local platforms.
Manage Active Directory/Entra ID, Group Policies, DNS, DHCP, and other core IT services.
Provide operational support for backup infrastructure using Veeam, including configuration and continuous improvement.
Operations Technology (OT) & Lab Systems Support
Support the configuration and management of manufacturing, laboratory, and clinical/R&D systems‑hardware and software.
Ensure infrastructure adheres to GxP standards and validation processes.
Remote Access & Cloud Administration
Administer and enhance Remote Desktop Services (RDS) and Virtual Desktop Infrastructure (VDI) environments.
Manage Microsoft cloud services including Azure, Entra, Intune, and M365 to enable scalable operations.
Networking Administration
Configure, manage, and troubleshoot network devices such as switches, routers, and firewalls.
Optimize network performance and security; maintain proper documentation.
Maintain comprehensive documentation for network and server configurations, processes, and troubleshooting guides.
Partner with internal teams to deliver technical guidance and support on IT/OT projects.
Minimum Qualifications
Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or related field-or equivalent professional experience.
5-7 years of experience as a Systems Administrator in enterprise‑level environments.
Demonstrated experience supporting Hyper‑V, Windows Server, Azure Local, and Veeam.
Hands‑on experience in GxP‑controlled environments is strongly preferred.
Strong knowledge of networking fundamentals (TCP/IP, VLANs, firewalls, etc.).
Expertise in Active Directory, Group Policy, RDS/VDI, and cloud administration.
Familiarity with supporting OT/laboratory environments in a regulated industry is a plus.
Certifications such as MCSE, CCNA, Azure Administrator are a bonus.
Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
Strong documentation and knowledge‑sharing habits.
Proactive, resourceful, and collaborative team player.
Unable to partner with 3rd party vendors (Corp-to-Corp/C2C) for this opportunity. We are unable to sponsor at this time. Relocation assistance is not provided.
Seniority level Mid‑Senior level
Employment type Contract
Job function Information Technology and Manufacturing
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Base pay range $38.00/hr - $40.00/hr
Direct message the job poster from Vaco by Highspring
Connector of Talent, Teams & Tech | Building What’s Next with Purpose, People & Precision Unable to partner with 3rd party vendors (Corp-to-Corp/C2C) for this opportunity. We are unable to sponsor at this time. Relocation assistance is not provided.
About the Role
Our client, a growing biotech manufacturing company, is seeking a Contract Systems Administrator to join its Information Technology team. This mid-level role is ideal for a detail-oriented IT professional with a strong background in Windows Server environments, Hyper‑V, Azure (Local), and Veeam, who thrives in a fast‑paced, regulated (GxP‑controlled) environment. You'll play a key role in supporting IT infrastructure, lab/manufacturing (OT) systems, and end‑user technologies to ensure uptime, compliance, and efficiency.
This is a hands‑on position that requires a balance of technical expertise, customer service, and documentation rigor. You will collaborate with internal teams to support daily operations and infrastructure projects while ensuring systems meet both IT and operational technology needs.
Key Responsibilities Systems Administration & Infrastructure Support
Administer and maintain Windows Server environments running on Hyper‑V and Azure Local platforms.
Manage Active Directory/Entra ID, Group Policies, DNS, DHCP, and other core IT services.
Provide operational support for backup infrastructure using Veeam, including configuration and continuous improvement.
Operations Technology (OT) & Lab Systems Support
Support the configuration and management of manufacturing, laboratory, and clinical/R&D systems‑hardware and software.
Ensure infrastructure adheres to GxP standards and validation processes.
Remote Access & Cloud Administration
Administer and enhance Remote Desktop Services (RDS) and Virtual Desktop Infrastructure (VDI) environments.
Manage Microsoft cloud services including Azure, Entra, Intune, and M365 to enable scalable operations.
Networking Administration
Configure, manage, and troubleshoot network devices such as switches, routers, and firewalls.
Optimize network performance and security; maintain proper documentation.
Maintain comprehensive documentation for network and server configurations, processes, and troubleshooting guides.
Partner with internal teams to deliver technical guidance and support on IT/OT projects.
Minimum Qualifications
Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or related field-or equivalent professional experience.
5-7 years of experience as a Systems Administrator in enterprise‑level environments.
Demonstrated experience supporting Hyper‑V, Windows Server, Azure Local, and Veeam.
Hands‑on experience in GxP‑controlled environments is strongly preferred.
Strong knowledge of networking fundamentals (TCP/IP, VLANs, firewalls, etc.).
Expertise in Active Directory, Group Policy, RDS/VDI, and cloud administration.
Familiarity with supporting OT/laboratory environments in a regulated industry is a plus.
Certifications such as MCSE, CCNA, Azure Administrator are a bonus.
Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
Strong documentation and knowledge‑sharing habits.
Proactive, resourceful, and collaborative team player.
Unable to partner with 3rd party vendors (Corp-to-Corp/C2C) for this opportunity. We are unable to sponsor at this time. Relocation assistance is not provided.
Seniority level Mid‑Senior level
Employment type Contract
Job function Information Technology and Manufacturing
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