Systems Administrator
Chicago, IL - USA
Job Summary
The Systems Administrator will maintain configure and secure the organizations Windows and Linux server/workstation infrastructure with primary responsibilities in Active Directory (including Group Policy) PostgreSQL administration Remote Desktop Services and helpdesk assistance. Systems operate 24/7; the role requires flexibility for out-of-hours work and participation in an on-call rotation.
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.
- Manage 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
- Bachelors 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.
- Strong Linux administration experience (e.g. Ubuntu RedHat and other distros).
- 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.
Bonus Points If You Have
- Relevant certifications (RHCE/LPIC Microsoft Certified: Azure/Windows Server PostgreSQL certification).
- Experience with cloud platforms (AWS Azure) and hybrid architectures (Entra Intune).
- Familiarity with containerization (Docker) and orchestration (Kubernetes).
- Familiarity with virtualization platforms (Proxmox)
- Experience with remote profile management (FSLogix) session brokering or VDI platforms.
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.
To be considered for this position please submit your application using the link provided in this job posting. Due to high volume of applications we regret that we cannot respond to every candidate or to unsolicited messages sent via email or social media platforms such as LinkedIn. If you require any accommodations to complete your application pleas contact us at .
We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and value diversity at our company. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race color religion sex sexual orientation gender identity national origin age disability veteran status or any other protected characteristic under applicable law.
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About Company
Econ One is a global economic consulting firm with offices in Los Angeles, Lafayette, Sacramento, Houston, Memphis, Washington DC, and New Delhi. We provide research, consulting and expert advice on a range of economic issues, primarily in litigation support in the areas of antitrust, ... View more