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.