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Systems Administrator

Econ One Research · Chicago, IL · 4 days ago
RemoteRemoteInformation TechnologyFull-time

What You Get To Do

  • Administer Windows servers and workstations (installation, updates, troubleshooting, Windows Server features)
  • Administer Linux servers (deployment, patching, package management, service monitoring, performance tuning)
  • Administer Truenas (CORE and SCALE) file servers (management, service and performance)
  • Install, configure, and maintain PostgreSQL databases: backups, replication, performance tuning, schema migrations, and troubleshooting
  • Administer Active Directory: user/group lifecycle, OU structure, Group Policy Object (GPO) design, application and troubleshooting, AD health monitoring
  • Configure and maintain Remote Desktop Services (RDS) / Terminal Services: session host farms, licensing, profiles, RD Gateway, and security
  • Provide first- and second-line helpdesk support for server- and workstation-related incidents; escalate to vendors or senior engineers as needed
  • Implement and maintain monitoring, logging, and alerting (metrics, log aggregation, capacity planning) to support 24/7 operations
  • Perform regular backups and validate disaster recovery and business continuity procedures for systems and databases
  • Harden systems and enforce security best practices: patch management, access controls, vulnerability remediation, auditing, and endpoint protection
  • Automate routine tasks and deployments using scripting (Bash, PowerShell, Python) and configuration management tools
  • Maintain accurate documentation: knowledgebase, on-call procedures, topology diagrams, change logs, and incident post-mortems
  • Participate in an on-call rotation and perform out-of-hours maintenance or incident response as required

    Requirements

    • Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, applicable performance experience and appropriate industry certifications are also acceptable
    • 3+ years of systems administration experience supporting both Linux and Windows environments
    • Solid Windows Server administration experience, including Active Directory and Group Policy
    • Experience administering Remote Desktop Services or equivalent VDI/session-host technologies
    • Practical PostgreSQL administration experience: backups, replication, tuning, maintenance, and troubleshooting
    • Experience providing helpdesk or end-user support and triaging incidents
    • Proficiency with scripting (Bash, PowerShell, Python) and familiarity with automation/configuration management tools
    • Knowledge of networking fundamentals (TCP/IP, DNS, DHCP, routing, firewalls)
    • An understanding of security controls, IAM concepts, and best practices
    • Strong communication, documentation, and customer-service skills

    Benefits

    Econ One offers a competitive salary with an annual bonus and excellent benefits, which include employer-paid health, dental, life, and disability insurance, 401(k) plan with a generous employer match, Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP) and flexible spending accounts.

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