Systems Administrator

We are looking for a Systems Administrator to provide dependable infrastructure support for a manufacturing site in Red Oak, Texas. This Long-term Contract position focuses on keeping core systems secure, stable, and available across both local and cloud-based environments. The role works closely with plant leadership, corporate technology teams, and security partners to protect operations and minimize downtime. Success in this position requires strong technical judgment, a proactive approach to risk reduction, and the ability to support production-critical systems in a fast-paced setting.

Responsibilities:

• Oversee day-to-day administration of VMware-based server environments that support manufacturing operations and business applications.
• Maintain Azure infrastructure, including compute resources, network components, and identity-related services to ensure reliable performance.
• Use ManageEngine platforms to coordinate endpoint administration, software updates, asset visibility, and ongoing system health monitoring.
• Support network access control and endpoint policy enforcement through Cisco security technologies and related authentication tools.
• Administer backup and recovery processes with Cohesity or comparable platforms to strengthen data protection and disaster recovery readiness.
• Plan and execute patching activities for servers, user devices, and critical infrastructure while reducing disruption to plant production schedules.
• Apply cybersecurity controls such as endpoint defense, access governance, vulnerability remediation, and incident response support across the environment.
• Partner with internal teams and external vendors on infrastructure enhancements, security initiatives, and operational improvements for the site.
• Create and maintain technical documentation, configuration records, and operational procedures to support audits and consistent IT support.
• Provide support for a remote manufacturing facility, including occasional after-hours assistance when incidents or urgent issues arise.