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Application Administrator

Kforce Technology StaffingFoster City, CA🇺🇸United StatesPosted Sep 21, 2026

Quick Overview

Seniority
Mid Senior
Work mode
Hybrid
Location
Foster City, CA, United States
Posted
23 hours ago
MySQLSQLSQL ServerAWSSAMLAzureBashLESSPostgreSQLPowerShellPythonRoot Cause Analysis

Job Description

RESPONSIBILITIES

Kforce has a client in Foster City, CA that is seeking an Application Administrator.

Summary

The IT Applications group owns and operates a growing number of large and unique applications. We are seeking a highly motivated and experienced Application Administrator to manage, maintain, and optimize our critical business applications, preferably experience in managing Engineering applications / tools. The ideal candidate will possess a strong background in both Windows and Linux administration, coupled with practical knowledge of cloud infrastructure, specifically Amazon Web Services (AWS).

Key Responsibilities

  • Install, configure, upgrade, and maintain application software across Windows and Linux server environments
  • Monitor application performance, troubleshoot issues, and resolve complex production problems in a timely manner
  • Develop and maintain documentation, including standard operating procedures (SOPs), application maps, and configuration guides
  • Manage user access, security permissions, and application-specific settings
  • Perform root cause analysis for recurring incidents and implement preventative measures
  • Application license management and provide license usage metrics as needed to the business
  • Participate in discussion related to Hardware/Storage cluster changes with internal and external stakeholders and coordinate changes
  • Participate in efforts to migrate on-premises applications to the AWS platform
REQUIREMENTS:
  • 5+ years of experience as an Application Administrator, System Administrator, or in a related technical role
  • Demonstrated experience administering and supporting mission-critical enterprise applications
  • Experience in providing IT support for Engineering applications - installation, license management & configuration
  • Proficient in administering and troubleshooting both Windows and Linux Servers
  • Good working knowledge of core AWS services, deploying and managing applications in AWS
  • Proficiency in at least one scripting language (PowerShell, Bash, Python) for automation and system management
  • Knowledge of Azure AD/SAML, SSL Certificates is preferred
  • Basic knowledge of database concepts and experience interacting with SQL (e.g., SQL Server, MySQL, PostgreSQL) is preferred
  • Basic knowledge in general User administration/AD, Security, Network, Storage, Virtualization/ VDIs and backups
  • Experience with License management tools, OpenLM or similar (Nice to have but not mandatory)
The pay range is the lowest to highest compensation we reasonably in good faith believe we would pay at posting for this role. We may ultimately pay more or less than this range. Employee pay is based on factors like relevant education, qualifications, certifications, experience, skills, seniority, location, performance, union contract and business needs. This range may be modified in the future.
We offer comprehensive benefits including medical/dental/vision insurance, HSA, FSA, 401(k), and life, disability & ADD insurance to eligible employees. Salaried personnel receive paid time off. Hourly employees are not eligible for paid time off unless required by law. Hourly employees on a Service Contract Act project are eligible for paid sick leave.

Note: Pay is not considered compensation until it is earned, vested and determinable. The amount and availability of any compensation remains in Kforce's sole discretion unless and until paid and may be modified in its discretion consistent with the law. This job is not eligible for bonuses, incentives or commissions. Kforce is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer.

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