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Junior System Administrator

TEKsystems
$21.00 - $24.00 / hr
life insurance, sick time, 401(k), retirement plan
United States, North Carolina, Raleigh
Sep 17, 2025
Role Overview We are seeking a Junior Systems Administrator to join a technical operations team supporting a large-scale virtualized server environment. This individual will serve as the overnight escalation point for operating system-related issues passed on from the service desk. The ideal candidate will have a strong foundation in systems administration, a proactive mindset, and a desire to grow within an enterprise-level infrastructure. Key Responsibilities * Provide Tier 2 support for OS-related issues escalated from the service desk * Troubleshoot and resolve server outages and performance issues * Perform vulnerability scanning and manual patching using WSUS * Monitor system health using tools such as SolarWinds * Collaborate with team members and follow escalation protocols * Maintain accurate documentation and follow standard operating procedures * Deliver white-glove support to internal stakeholders Required Skills * Minimum 1 year of experience supporting a virtualized Windows Server environment * Ability to identify root causes and restore server functionality * Experience with vulnerability scanning and patching (WSUS preferred) * Exposure to monitoring tools such as SolarWinds * Strong troubleshooting skills and initiative during low-activity hours * Excellent customer service and communication skills Nice-to-Have Skills * VMware and VMware Horizon experience * Experience with patching, Windows Server environments, and system diagnostics Shift Details This position follows a rotating schedule every four weeks: * Week A: Three 12-hour shifts (Mon-Wed, 6 PM-6 AM) + one 6-hour shift (Thu, 12 AM-6 AM) * Week B: One 6-hour shift (Thu, 12 AM-6 AM) + three 12-hour shifts (Fri-Sun, 6 PM-6 AM) Growth Opportunity This is a long-term contract role with extensions every six months. Full-time conversion is possible based on performance and headcount availability. Conversion requirements: * Bachelor's degree + 1 year experience * Associate's degree + 4 years experience * No degree + 9 years experience Pay and Benefits The pay range for this position is $21.00 - $24.00/hr. Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following: * Medical, dental & vision * Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital * 401(k) Retirement Plan - Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available * Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents) * Short and long-term disability * Health Spending Account (HSA) * Transportation benefits * Employee Assistance Program * Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave) Workplace Type This is a fully onsite position in Raleigh,NC. Application Deadline This position is anticipated to close on Sep 30, 2025. h4>About TEKsystems: We're partners in transformation. We help clients activate ideas and solutions to take advantage of a new world of opportunity. We are a team of 80,000 strong, working with over 6,000 clients, including 80% of the Fortune 500, across North America, Europe and Asia. As an industry leader in Full-Stack Technology Services, Talent Services, and real-world application, we work with progressive leaders to drive change. That's the power of true partnership. TEKsystems is an Allegis Group company. The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regards to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law. About TEKsystems and TEKsystems Global Services We're a leading provider of business and technology services. We accelerate business transformation for our customers. Our expertise in strategy, design, execution and operations unlocks business value through a range of solutions. We're a team of 80,000 strong, working with over 6,000 customers, including 80% of the Fortune 500 across North America, Europe and Asia, who partner with us for our scale, full-stack capabilities and speed. We're strategic thinkers, hands-on collaborators, helping customers capitalize on change and master the momentum of technology. We're building tomorrow by delivering business outcomes and making positive impacts in our global communities. TEKsystems and TEKsystems Global Services are Allegis Group companies. Learn more at TEKsystems.com. The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.