Systems Administrator

Vaco is hiring for a Systems Administrator opportunity in Charlotte NC

Direct Hire, Onsite

Salary : 75-80,000 / yr

Job Purpose

Under limited supervision, the Systems Administrator provides dynamic, responsive, collaborative, and forward-thinking vision, and assist in the management of technology systems and services to support the mission and goals of the company and keeping up with industry standards . This includes being involved in the planning, purchasing, development, implementation, management and maintenance of all applications, infrastructure, security, and networks.  You will assist IT in making sure that is customer SLAs are met and support internal back-office functions. Effective cross-location and departmental collaboration and management is essential to success in this position.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Contribute to project planning, ensuring timely delivery of assigned components in compliance with established SLAs and project milestones.

Assess, recommend, and implement modern tools, technologies, and processes to build scalable, secure, and high-performing platforms aligned with business objectives.

Collaborate with leadership and key stakeholders to translate business priorities into technical strategies, guiding an agile team toward predictable, high-quality outcomes.

Develop and maintain comprehensive technical documentation for all existing and new software platforms to support operational continuity and knowledge sharing.

Oversee and optimize IT systems management, including long-term strategic planning, annual roadmap execution, resource allocation, process improvement, and performance reporting to drive continuous improvement and operational excellence. Qualifications

5+ years of experience in IT service operations

Operating Systems Expertise : Advanced knowledge of Windows Server 2016+

Virtualization : Experience with VMware, Hyper-V, or other Hypervisor platforms

Networking Fundamentals : Strong understanding of TCP / IP, DNS, DHCP, VPN, firewalls, and routing.

Security Best Practices : Familiarity with identity management, patching, compliance frameworks, and cybersecurity principles.

Scripting & Automation : Proficiency in PowerShell or Python for automation and system management.

Monitoring & Performance Tuning : Experience with tools like Nagios, SolarWinds, or similar. Working Conditions

Primarily work in an office environment. Will be expected to travel as needed to company subsidiaries, as well as to potential acquires to conduct due diligence. Periodic weekend or evening work is expected.

Direct Reports

IT / IS departments.

Determining compensation for this role (and others) at Vaco / Highspring depends upon a wide array of factors including but not limited to the individual’s skill sets, experience and training, licensure and certifications, office location and other geographic considerations, as well as other business and organizational needs. With that said, as required by local law in geographies that require salary range disclosure, Vaco / Highspring notes the salary range for the role is noted in this job posting. The individual may also be eligible for discretionary bonuses, and can participate in medical, dental, and vision benefits as well as the company’s 401(k) retirement plan.

Vaco by Highspring values a diverse workplace and strongly encourages women, people of color, LGBTQ+ individuals, people with disabilities, members of ethnic minorities, foreign-born residents, and veterans to apply.

EEO Notice

Vaco by Highspring is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race (including but not limited to traits historically associated with race such as hair texture and hair style), color, sex (includes pregnancy or related conditions), religion or creed, national origin, citizenship, age, disability, status as a veteran, union membership, ethnicity, gender, gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, marital status, political affiliation, or any other protected characteristics as required by federal, state or local law.

Vaco by Highspring and its parents, affiliates, and subsidiaries are committed to the full inclusion of all qualified individuals. As part of this commitment, Vaco by Highspring and its parents, affiliates, and subsidiaries will ensure that persons with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodations. If reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and / or to receive other benefits and privileges of employment, please contact HR@vaco.com .

Vaco by Highspring also wants all applicants to know their rights that workplace discrimination is illegal .

By submitting to this position, you agree that you will be giving Vaco by Highspring the exclusive right to present your as a candidate for the foregoing employment opportunity. You further agree that you have represented information about yourself accurately and have not affirmatively misrepresented your qualifications. You also agree to maintain as confidential, to the fullest extent permitted by law, any information you learn from Vaco by Highspring about the position and you will limit disclosure of information about the position only to the extent necessary to perform any obligations in furtherance of your application. In exchange, Vaco by Highspring agrees to exercise reasonable efforts to represent you through all solicitation, job screening and resume dispersal.

Privacy Notice

Vaco by Highspring and its parents, affiliates, and subsidiaries (“we,” “our,” or “Vaco by Highspring”) respects your privacy and are committed to providing transparent notice of our policies.

California residents may access Vaco by Highspring HR Notice at Collection for California Applicants and Employees here .

Pay Transparency Notice

Determining compensation for this role (and others) at Vaco by Highspring depends upon a wide array of factors including but not limited to :

With that said, as required by local law, Vaco by Highspring believes that the following salary range referenced above reasonably estimates the base compensation for an individual hired into this position in geographies that require salary range disclosure. The individual may also be eligible for discretionary bonuses.