IT Systems Administrator

Robert Half • Full-time • Dallas-Fort Worth Metroplex, US • $90,000 - $110,000 / year • 1w ago

Reporting to the IT Director of Infrastructure, the Systems Administrator is responsible for managing, maintaining, and optimizing an organization’s IT systems and infrastructure.

Essential Functions

Install, configure, maintain, and monitor physical and virtual servers to ensure high availability, performance, and reliability of critical IT systems.
Implement and manage security measures (e.g., access controls, patches, and antivirus) to protect systems from threats and ensure compliance with organizational and regulatory standards.
Oversee regular data backups and maintain disaster recovery plans to ensure data integrity and rapid restoration of services during outages or incidents.
Promptly diagnose and resolve system outages, performance issues, user issues, or security incidents to minimize downtime and maintain business continuity.
Continuously monitor system performance, identify bottlenecks, and optimize resources to support efficient operation of servers, applications, and storage systems.

Education & Experience

Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree in Information Technology, Computer Science, or a related field; equivalent experience considered.
5+ years' experience serving in the Information Technology field.
Exceptional customer service skills with a focus on delivering a positive end-user experience.
Experience with Windows 11, Microsoft Office, and other common applications
Experience with desktop/laptop and peripheral hardware
Experience with IT ticketing, incident, change, project, and asset management tools
Proficiency with cloud-based platforms such as Microsoft 365 and Azure
Self-motivated problem solver with a passion for learning and adopting new technologies.
Strong ability to interpret technical documentation and apply resources to resolve complex issues.
Excellent verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to explain technical concepts to non-technical users.
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with a proactive approach to identifying and resolving issues.
Proven ability to thrive in a fast-paced, dynamic environment while managing multiple priorities.

Pay Range

$90,000 - $110,000 plus full benefits

Robert Half is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, protected veteran status, or any other legally protected characteristic.