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Systems Administrator
Position Summary:
Our partner, a leading financial institution, is expanding its IT Operations team by adding a Systems Administrator. This is a hands‑on role focused on maintaining and securing a large‑scale Windows and VMware environment in a regulated enterprise setting. The new hire will work alongside the existing SysAdmin, taking ownership of patching, vulnerability remediation, and backups while supporting daily infrastructure operations. The focus isn’t constant firefighting; it’s stability, automation, and proactive improvement. This opportunity is ideal for someone who enjoys running a clean, secure environment and wants to deepen their Windows and VMware expertise within a mature, process‑driven IT organization.
Experience and Education:
BS in Computer Science, Information Technology, Arts or equivalent experience/field
5+ years of hands‑on experience in Windows systems administration
Exposure to VMware virtualization (vSphere/ESXi) in production environments
Experience in regulated or compliance‑driven industries (banking, finance, healthcare, etc.)
Background with patch management and vulnerability remediation tools
Experience supporting Active Directory, DNS, DHCP, and GPOs
Familiarity with scripting and automation (PowerShell preferred)
Participation in audits, change control, or compliance processes (PCI, SOX, or similar)
Skills and Strengths:
Windows Server Administration
VMware vSphere
Active Directory
DNS
DHCP
Group Policy Management
PowerShell
Quest KACE
Qualys
Veeam Backup & Replication
Patch Management
Vulnerability Remediation
Change Control
Infrastructure Monitoring
Backup Validation
Documentation
Automation Scripting
Compliance Awareness
Security Best Practices
Primary Job Responsibilities:
Manage and maintain Windows Server infrastructure (accounts, GPOs, DNS, DHCP, permissions)
Administer VMware environments and assist with system‑level troubleshooting
Oversee automated patching via Quest KACE and remediate failed deployments
Review vulnerability scans, prioritize issues, and perform remediation actions
Maintain and validate system backups with Veeam
Write and modify PowerShell scripts for automation and configuration management
Collaborate with Systems Engineer and IT Architect on infrastructure improvements
Participate in change management, compliance reviews, and incident response
Support day‑to‑day server escalations from Help Desk and ensure environment uptime
Maintain accurate documentation and asset inventories
Proactively identify system optimization opportunities
Participate in audit preparation and compliance reporting
Contribute to knowledge‑sharing playbooks and process documentation
Support cybersecurity initiatives as part of incident response activities
Communicate effectively across IT teams and leadership
Seniority level Mid‑Senior level
Employment type Full‑time
Job function Banking and Investment Banking
Location and Compensation Miami, FL – Compensation: $131,040 – $189,280 per year
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Our partner, a leading financial institution, is expanding its IT Operations team by adding a Systems Administrator. This is a hands‑on role focused on maintaining and securing a large‑scale Windows and VMware environment in a regulated enterprise setting. The new hire will work alongside the existing SysAdmin, taking ownership of patching, vulnerability remediation, and backups while supporting daily infrastructure operations. The focus isn’t constant firefighting; it’s stability, automation, and proactive improvement. This opportunity is ideal for someone who enjoys running a clean, secure environment and wants to deepen their Windows and VMware expertise within a mature, process‑driven IT organization.
Experience and Education:
BS in Computer Science, Information Technology, Arts or equivalent experience/field
5+ years of hands‑on experience in Windows systems administration
Exposure to VMware virtualization (vSphere/ESXi) in production environments
Experience in regulated or compliance‑driven industries (banking, finance, healthcare, etc.)
Background with patch management and vulnerability remediation tools
Experience supporting Active Directory, DNS, DHCP, and GPOs
Familiarity with scripting and automation (PowerShell preferred)
Participation in audits, change control, or compliance processes (PCI, SOX, or similar)
Skills and Strengths:
Windows Server Administration
VMware vSphere
Active Directory
DNS
DHCP
Group Policy Management
PowerShell
Quest KACE
Qualys
Veeam Backup & Replication
Patch Management
Vulnerability Remediation
Change Control
Infrastructure Monitoring
Backup Validation
Documentation
Automation Scripting
Compliance Awareness
Security Best Practices
Primary Job Responsibilities:
Manage and maintain Windows Server infrastructure (accounts, GPOs, DNS, DHCP, permissions)
Administer VMware environments and assist with system‑level troubleshooting
Oversee automated patching via Quest KACE and remediate failed deployments
Review vulnerability scans, prioritize issues, and perform remediation actions
Maintain and validate system backups with Veeam
Write and modify PowerShell scripts for automation and configuration management
Collaborate with Systems Engineer and IT Architect on infrastructure improvements
Participate in change management, compliance reviews, and incident response
Support day‑to‑day server escalations from Help Desk and ensure environment uptime
Maintain accurate documentation and asset inventories
Proactively identify system optimization opportunities
Participate in audit preparation and compliance reporting
Contribute to knowledge‑sharing playbooks and process documentation
Support cybersecurity initiatives as part of incident response activities
Communicate effectively across IT teams and leadership
Seniority level Mid‑Senior level
Employment type Full‑time
Job function Banking and Investment Banking
Location and Compensation Miami, FL – Compensation: $131,040 – $189,280 per year
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