System Administrator

Genesis10 is seeking a System Administrator for our client in the financial services industry. This Contract to Perm position is located Irving, TX. Hybrid schedule. W2 Hourly Pay rate range : $40.00 - $45.00ph W2 Description : A System Administrator implements, maintains, optimizes, and secures IT infrastructure, ensuring high availability, performance, and reliability across on-premises and cloud environments. This role will have expertise in system configuration, provisioning, backups, patching, and troubleshooting, along with strong problem-solving and communication skills. They collaborate with IT teams to support business operations, implement best practices, and drive continuous improvements in system management. Responsibilities : Administer, configure, and maintain core enterprise platforms (e.g., infrastructure systems, Salesforce, SharePoint) to ensure optimal performance, security, and user access aligned with business goals. Provide Tier 2 / 3 technical support for user-reported issues across platforms; diagnose, troubleshoot and resolve problems in a timely and customer-focused manner. Perform regular system health checks, audits, data backups, and performance monitoring; proactively identify and address performance or security issues to maintain uptime and compliance. Manage user provisioning, role-based access controls, and permissions in accordance with enterprise security policies and data privacy standards. Work closely with functional teams such as Loan Servicing, Originations, Dealer Services, and Compliance to understand requirements and implement technology solutions that improve operational efficiency. Maintain clear documentation of configurations, processes, and troubleshooting procedures. Identify opportunities to streamline and automate administrative tasks and workflows to increase efficiency and reduce risk. Support users across the organization on system features and best practices; contribute to a shared knowledge base. Assist in ensuring systems adhere to financial regulatory standards such as SOX, PCI-DSS, and data privacy laws, in coordination with Risk, Audit, and Compliance teams. System Management & Maintenance Install, configure, and maintain Windows / Linux servers (Active Directory, DNS, DHCP, Group Policy). Manage virtualized environments (VMware, Hyper-V, Nutanix) and containerized workloads (Docker, Kubernetes). Perform routine system monitoring, backups, and disaster recovery (Veeam, Commvault, Azure Backup). Apply OS and application patches, updates, and security hardening (WSUS, SCCM, Ansible). Troubleshoot hardware, software, and network-related issues (performance tuning, log analysis). Cloud & Hybrid Infrastructure Administer cloud platforms (Azure, AWS, GCP) – VM provisioning, storage, IAM, and cost optimization. Implement hybrid identity solutions (Azure AD Connect, Okta, SSO). Automate deployments using Infrastructure as Code (IaC) (Terraform, ARM templates, CloudFormation). Security & Compliance Enforce security policies, antivirus, and endpoint protection (Defender, CrowdStrike). Ensure compliance with IT standards (ISO 27001, NIST, GDPR). Monitor and respond to security alerts and vulnerabilities. User Support & Documentation Provides training and mentorship to IT System Technicians Provide L2 / L3 technical support for escalated IT issues. Maintain system documentation, runbooks, and knowledge base articles. Train end-users and junior staff on best practices. Requirements : Problem-Solving : Quickly diagnose and resolve system issues. Communication : Explain technical concepts to non-technical users. Time Management : Prioritize tasks in a fast-paced environment. Team Collaboration : Work with IT, security, and development teams. Operating Systems : Windows Server, Linux (RHEL, Ubuntu). Virtualization : VMware vSphere, Hyper-V, Nutanix. Backup & Recovery : Veeam, Azure Backup, Commvault. Patch Management : WSUS, SCCM, Ansible. Cloud Platforms : Azure / AWS / GCP (IaaS, PaaS). Scripting / Automation : PowerShell, Bash, Python. Networking Basics : TCP / IP, DNS, VPN, Firewalls. Containerization : Docker, Kubernetes. Monitoring Tools : SolarWinds, PRTG, Grafana. IaC & DevOps Tools : Terraform, Ansible, Jenkins. Desired Skills : Ability to configure, administer, and maintain enterprise platforms, including workflows, access controls, and integrations. Proficiency in diagnosing and resolving system issues; familiarity with monitoring tools and logging platforms. Understanding of role-based user provisioning / de-provisioning, and identity management protocols. Experience with workflow / process automation tools. Customer-focused mindset with a commitment to delivering high-quality service. Problem-Solving & Critical Thinking – Analyze, troubleshoot, and develop solutions for complex challenges. Documentation & Communication – Clearly document processes, requirements, and troubleshooting steps using industry-standard technologies. Collaboration & Cross-Functional Work – Work with teams across disciplines to integrate and optimize solutions. Requires intermediate analytical and problem solving skills. Requires intermediate verbal and written communication skills including collaboration in a cross-functional environment Skilled in creating clear documentation of systems, processes, and troubleshooting steps. Experience in one or more process and / or technical tools relevant to the role Desired Certifications : Microsoft Certified (AZ-104, MS-102), RHCSA, AWS SysOps. W2 Status : Only candidates available and ready to work directly as Genesis10 employees will be considered for this position. If you have the described qualifications and are interested in this exciting opportunity, please apply! Ranked a Top Staffing Firm in the U.S. by Staffing Industry Analysts for six consecutive years, Genesis10 puts thousands of consultants and employees to work across the United States every year—in contract, contract-for-hire, and permanent placement roles. With more than 300 active clients, Genesis10 provides access to many of the Fortune 100 firms and a variety of mid-market organizations across the full spectrum of industry verticals. Benefits of Working with Genesis10 : Access to hundreds of clients, most who have been working with Genesis10 for 5-20+ years. The opportunity to have a career-home in Genesis10; many of our consultants have been working exclusively with Genesis10 for years. Access to an experienced, caring recruiting team (more than 7 years of experience, on average.) Behavioral Health Platform Medical, Dental, Vision Health Savings Account Voluntary Hospital Indemnity (Critical Illness & Accident) Voluntary Term Life Insurance 401K Sick Pay (for applicable states / municipalities) Commuter Benefits (Dallas, NYC, SF & Illinois) For multiple years running, Genesis10 has been recognized as a Top Staffing Firm in the U.S., as a Best Company for Work-Life Balance, as a Best Company for Career Growth, for Diversity, and for Leadership, amongst others. To learn more and to view all our available career opportunities, please visit us at our website. Genesis10 is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Candidates will receive consideration without regard to their race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran #DIG10-DA