Sr. Systems Admin - Part Time

Sr. Systems Admin - Mesquite, TX

• PT-Hybrid - 20-40 hours per week-Onsite 2 days per week 8 hours per
• June/July 2026-Sept 2026 - with potential to extend
• 5+ years experience

PRIMARY PURPOSE:
To manage a team of System Administrators, integrate and manage server enterprise applications into the district's network environment.
MAJOR RESPONSIBILITIES AND DUTIES:
SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Managing a team of System Administrators

QUALIFICATIONS: Education/Certification:

• High School Diploma or GED
• Valid Texas driver's license
• Preference for applicants with Microsoft Endpoint Administrator Certification
• Preference for applicants with Microsoft 365 Certified: Endpoint Administrator Associate
• Preference for applicants with Microsoft Azure Certification
• Preference for applicants with Microsoft Certified: Windows Servers
• Preference for applicants with CompTIA Server+
• Preference for applicants with VMware Certified Professional (VCP)
• Preference for applicants with Jamf Pro Certifications
• Preference for applicants with Apple IT Certifications
• Preference for applicants with Google Workspace Certifications
• Preference for applicants with Linux/Unix/Ubuntu Certifications
• Preference for applicants with Cisco Certified Network Associate (CCNA)
• Preference for applicants with ITIL Foundation
  

Special Knowledge/Skills:

• Proficiency in administering and managing server operating systems, such as Windows Server and Linux distributions
• Experience with virtualization technologies (e.g., VMware, Hyper-V) for creating and managing virtual machines
• Understanding of network protocols, IP addressing, routing, and firewall configuration
• Strong scripting skills, especially in PowerShell or other scripting languages, to automate routine tasks and streamline administrative processes
• Knowledge of server hardware components and the ability to troubleshoot hardware-related issues
• Familiarity with monitoring tools like SolarWinds for real-time performance monitoring, alerting, and capacity planning
• Experience with MECM (Microsoft Endpoint Configuration Manager) for configuration management, software deployment, and updates
• Proficient in managing and maintaining Active Directory, including user accounts, group policies, and domain services
• Skill in designing, implementing, and troubleshooting Group Policy Objects (GPOs) for security and configuration management
• Knowledge of on-premise email systems (e.g., Microsoft Exchange) and cloud-based email solutions (e.g., Office 365)
• Administration and optimization of Office 365 services, including SharePoint, Exchange Online, and Teams
• Understanding of security best practices, including the implementation of Single Sign-On (SSO) and Multi-Factor Authentication (MFA)
• Experience with backup solutions and disaster recovery planning to ensure data integrity and availability
• Strong troubleshooting skills to identify and resolve server-related issues efficiently
• Administration of Jamf Pro MDM automation and engineering
• Administration of Google Workspace MDM endpoint management and security
• SQL/MySQL database administration
• Manages contractors and consultants on a per-project basis

Experience:

• In-depth knowledge of Apple and Google device hardware, as well as Server hardware including RAID configurations
• Linux integrations with Jamf Pro Server
• High-level troubleshooting skills related to iOS, macOS, Linux, Unix, Windows, Windows Server, and Chrome OS
• Working knowledge of enterprise SAN integrations in an Active Directory environment
• Active Directory integrations with Apple devices
• In-depth knowledge of Google Cloud Directory Sync services
• High level understanding of application management and policy-based inheritance

WORKING CONDITIONS: Mental Demands:

• Ability to work in a high-pressure environment while maintaining a high degree of professionalism
• Strong ability to multitask
• Ability to work a flexible schedule as needed, including occasional prolonged and irregular hours
• Able to solve complex problems with tight deadlines
• Communicating well in both oral and written form, complying with timelines

Physical demands/environmental factors:

• Reaching with hands and arms and frequently repeating the same hand, arm, or finger motion
• Ability to sit for prolonged periods of time
• Ability to lift 60 pounds
• Seeing close work such as typed or handwritten material

Additional Information

• All candidates are encouraged to apply, but many positions require a strict drug and background check by our customers.
• F2OnSite supports and adheres to all state laws regarding background checks.