Senior Systems Administrator - Operating Systems & Servers

Description

Job Summary:

• Oversees and performs installation, configuration, monitoring, testing, and maintenance of operating system work stations and complex servers, ensuring operating systems work together, support end-user business requirements, and function properly.
• Evaluates the capabilities and limitations of new and existing technical tools and systems.
• Supervises, evaluates, and/or provides functional guidance to assigned subordinate personnel or personnel assigned on a temporary or intermittent basis.
  
  

Education & Experience

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Information System management or related field and four (4) years of related experience or equivalent combination of education/experience.
  
  

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

• Knowledge of computer systems, advanced operating systems, security, software applications, and system utilities.
• Verbal and written communication skills. Interpersonal, customer service, analytical and troubleshooting skills.
• Ability to perform workstation and server administration setup, customization, testing, maintenance and support.
• Ability to plan, implement, test, and troubleshoot system hardware and software.
• Ability to monitor and tune systems to achieve optimum performance levels.
• Ability to perform system backup and recovery.
• Ability to prepare reports and maintain records and documentation.

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• Ability to train, motivate, and supervise employees.
  
  

Responsibilities

• Oversees and maintains integrity of the of the operating system environment by evaluating, implementing, and managing appropriate software and hardware solutions.
• Monitors and performs workstation and complex server administration setup, testing, maintenance and support. Applies operating system updates, patches, and configuration changes as required.
• Schedules data backup and recovery operations. Initiates shutdown and reboot of servers as required for system maintenance and emergency response action.
• Monitors and tunes systems to achieve optimum performance levels. Evaluates, recommends, and integrates hardware and system software upgrades to optimize system performance.
• Confers with users and performs complex problem diagnosis and problem resolution related to systems operating environment.
• Analyzes, develops, and implements standard operating procedures.
• Conducts hardware and software audits of workstations and servers to ensure compliance with established standards, policies, and configuration guidelines.
• Monitors and maintains continuity with system software licensing and maintenance agreements.
  
  

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Certifications, Licenses or Registration Preferred: Microsoft Certified Systems Engineer (MCSE) 2003 or later
  
  

Job Type & Location

This is a Permanent position based out of Jackson, MS.

Pay And Benefits

The pay range for this position is $65000.00 - $85000.00/yr.

Comprehensive, state-backed benefits package that includes medical, dental, vision, retirement plans, life insurance, disability coverage, flexible spending accounts, and optional supplemental insurance

Workplace Type

This is a fully remote position.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Mar 27, 2026.

Diversity, Equity & Inclusion

At Actalent, Diversity And Inclusion Are a Bridge Towards The Equity And Success Of Our People. DE&I Is Embedded Into Our Culture Through

• Hiring diverse talent
• Maintaining an inclusive environment through persistent self-reflection
• Building a culture of care, engagement, and recognition with clear outcomes
• Ensuring growth opportunities for our people
  
  

Actalent is an equal opportunity employer.

About Actalent

Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services. For more than 40 years, we’ve helped visionary companies advance their goals. Headquartered in the United States, our teams span 150 offices across North America, EMEA, and APAC—with four delivery centers in India led by 1,000+ extraordinary employees who connect their passion with purpose every day.

Our Bangalore, Hyderabad, Pune, and Chennai delivery centers are hubs of engineering expertise, with core capabilities in mechanical and electrical engineering, systems and software, and manufacturing engineering. Our teams deliver work across multiple industries including transportation, consumer and industrial products, and life sciences. We serve more than 4,500 clients, including many Fortune 500 brands. Learn more about how we can work together at actalentservices.com.