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We have over 40 years of excellence in uniting talent and technology to power the possible for our clients, colleagues, and communities. As a privately held company, we have the freedom and focus to do what is right-whatever it takes. Our tailor-made solutions create lasting results across the public and commercial sectors, and we are trailblazers in bringing neurodiversity to the enterprise.\nJob Summary\nWe are looking for a motivated Network and Systems Administrator ready to take us to the next level! If you have Windows Server administration experience, network infrastructure support expertise, and strong troubleshooting skills and are looking for your next career move, apply now.Job Description\nWe are looking for a Network and Systems Administrator to install, configure, maintain, and support enterprise network infrastructure, server environments, end-user systems, and business applications. This position will be Full-Time and Onsite in Evanston, Illinois. This is a 35-hour per week contract (potential for contract to hire).\nOnly work authorizations that will not require sponsorship now or in the future will be considered.\nWhat You’ll Do\nAdminister and maintain Windows server environments, network infrastructure, and supporting technologies to ensure system availability and performance\nDesign, configure, test, and maintain computer hardware, networking software, operating systems, and office technology equipment\nMonitor, troubleshoot, and resolve network, server, desktop, and application issues across the organization\nImplement operating system installations, upgrades, patches, and technology enhancements\nPerform data backup, restoration, and disaster recovery activities to ensure business continuity\nDeploy software updates, enhancements, and bug fixes to Windows-based applications\nCoordinate hardware installations, upgrades, and maintenance for network equipment and servers\nMonitor website performance and availability to ensure uninterrupted operation of corporate web properties\nMaintain technical documentation, network logs, maintenance records, and support procedures\nProvide technical support to internal users and IT team members while ensuring high levels of customer service\nManage user onboarding and offboarding activities, including account provisioning and access management\nCoordinate vendor relationships, technology purchases, maintenance agreements, and repair services\nTrack, prioritize, and communicate issue resolution progress through the JIRA Help Desk platform\nParticipate in after-hours support and respond to critical IT incidents as needed\nWhat You'll Need\nRequired:\nBachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field, or equivalent professional experience\n3+ years of experience administering Windows Server environments\n3+ years of experience supporting desktop systems, networking infrastructure, hardware, and software\nExperience with Microsoft server administration tools including Microsoft Management Console (MMC), Server Manager, PowerShell, and Windows Services\nWorking knowledge of Active Directory, domain services, and trust relationships\nStrong understanding of DNS, TCP/IP, and core networking protocols\nExperience supporting Windows 11 desktop and laptop environments\nExperience with virtualization technologies such as VMware and Hyper-V\nExperience maintaining Microsoft 365 and Microsoft Office applications, including Outlook\nExperience onboarding and offboarding users and managing account access\nKnowledge of cybersecurity best practices, antivirus solutions, website certificates, and multi-factor authentication (MFA)\nStrong analytical, troubleshooting, and problem-solving skills\nExcellent verbal and written communication skills\nAbility to work independently and collaboratively in a highly detail-oriented environment\nExperience documenting technical processes, support activities, and infrastructure changes\nPreferred:\nExperience supporting VMware-hosted private cloud environments\nExperience with Cisco and Meraki networking equipment\nKnowledge of firewall administration and network security configurations\nExperience supporting SQL Server, PostgreSQL, DB2, or other database environments\nExposure to .NET, Java, or AS/400 application environments\nLinux administration experience\nExperience managing software licensing, maintenance agreements, and hardware warranties\nFamiliarity with procurement processes, purchase orders, vendor management, and invoice tracking\nExperience supporting SaaS-based enterprise applications\nIT certifications such as Microsoft, VMware, Cisco, or CompTIA\nPhysical Demands\nAbility to safely and successfully perform the essential job functions consistent with the ADA and other federal, state, and local standards\nAbility to conduct repetitive tasks on a computer, utilizing a mouse, keyboard, and monitor\nMust be able to communicate with customers/team members over the phone and in person\nSedentary work that involves sitting or remaining stationary most of the time with occasional need to move around the office to attend meetings, etc.\nReasonable accommodation statement\nIf you require a reasonable accommodation in completing this application, interviewing, completing any pre-employment testing, or otherwise participating in the employment selection process, please direct your inquiries to  (888) 824 - 8111.\nEEO Statement\nIt is the policy of Computer Aid, Inc.(CAI) not to discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, marital status, genetic information, disability or because he or she is a protected veteran. It is also the policy of CAI to take affirmative action to employ and to advance in employment, all persons regardless of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, marital status, genetic information, disability or protected veteran status, and to base all employment decisions only on valid job requirements. This policy shall apply to all employment actions, including but not limited to recruitment, hiring, upgrading, promotion, transfer, demotion, layoff, recall, termination, rates of pay or other forms of compensation and selection for training, including apprenticeship, at all levels of employment.\nEmployees and applicants of CAI will not be subject to harassment on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, marital status, genetic information, disability or because he or she is a protected veteran. 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