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Data Center System Administrator Jobs (NOW HIRING)

WI · On-site

$69K - $93K/yr

The Network System Administrator position on the Network Core & Security team will participate in ... Participate in the day-to-day maintenance of Menard's Data Center systems. * Network Segmentation ...

Data Center System Architect

Hillsboro, OR

$69.50 - $89.25/hr

Become a member of our Data Center System Architecture team and contribute to developing the groundwork for future computing technologies. Your experience will help us continue our legacy of ...

Senior System Design Engineer

Hillsboro, OR

$113K - $155K/yr

Become a member of our Data Center System Architecture team and contribute to developing the groundwork for future computing technologies. Your experience will help us continue our legacy of ...

Data Center System Architect

Hillsboro, OR · On-site

$69.50 - $89.25/hr

Become a member of our Data Center System Architecture team and contribute to developing the groundwork for future computing technologies. Your experience will help us continue our legacy of ...

Data Center System Architect

Hillsboro, OR · On-site

$69.50 - $89.25/hr

Become a member of our Data Center System Architecture team and contribute to developing the groundwork for future computing technologies. Your experience will help us continue our legacy of ...

Data Center Service Employment Type: Full Time Location: SMC Reporting To: Matt Hoye Description FII USA, Inc ., a Foxconn Technology Group Company, is seeking a System Administrator to manage and ...

Data Center Service Employment Type: Full Time Location: SMC Reporting To: Matt Hoye Description FII USA, Inc., a Foxconn Technology Group Company, is seeking a System Administrator to manage and ...

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How much do data center system administrator jobs pay per year?

As of Sep 10, 2026, the average yearly pay for data center system administrator in the United States is $88,927.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $70,000.00 and $104,000.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a data center system administrator?

Data Center System Administrators are IT professionals responsible for managing, maintaining, and troubleshooting the servers, networking equipment, and other critical infrastructure within a data center. Their duties include installing and configuring hardware and software, monitoring system performance, ensuring security, performing backups, and responding to outages or technical issues. They play a key role in ensuring that the data center operates efficiently, securely, and with minimal downtime, supporting the technology needs of organizations.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a data center system administrator?

To thrive as a Data Center System Administrator, you need expertise in server administration, network management, and troubleshooting, typically supported by a degree in information technology or a related field. Familiarity with virtualization platforms (such as VMware or Hyper-V), monitoring tools, and certifications like CompTIA Server+ or Microsoft Certified Solutions Associate (MCSA) is often required. Strong problem-solving skills, attention to detail, and the ability to communicate clearly with both technical and non-technical staff set standout professionals apart. These skills are essential for ensuring reliable, secure, and efficient data center operations, minimizing downtime, and supporting critical business functions.

What are some common challenges faced by data center system administrators, and how can they be addressed?

Data Center System Administrators often encounter challenges such as managing hardware failures, ensuring minimal downtime, and keeping up with rapidly evolving technologies. Addressing these issues involves implementing robust monitoring systems, staying proactive with scheduled maintenance, and participating in ongoing training to remain current with industry best practices. Collaboration with networking, security, and facilities teams is also crucial to quickly resolve problems and maintain seamless data center operations.

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Network Core & Security System Administrator

WI • On-site

Menard Inc.
Retail • 10K+ employees

$69K - $93K/yr

Other

Retirement, PTO

Posted 9 days ago


Menards rating

7.3

Company rating: 7.3 out of 10

Based on 991 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz


Job description

Why Work for Menards?
  • Profit Sharing & 401K, Paid Vacation & Holidays
  • Team Member Discount
  • Highly collaborative work environment
  • On campus coffee shop/cafeteria with live music!
  • Pay based on experience
POSITION SUMMARY:

The Network System Administrator position on the Network Core & Security team will participate in the day-to-day administration, support, and ongoing enhancement of Menard, Inc.’s enterprise network infrastructure. Applicants should have experience or training supporting mission-critical network environments, maximizing system uptime, and maintaining performance. Candidates must be able to work in a secure, mission-critical production-computing environment. The position will be responsible for installing and maintaining networks in corporate, distribution, manufacturing, and retail locations.

PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES: Network Maintenance & Support:
  • Participate in the day-to-day maintenance of Menard’s Data Center systems.
  • Network Segmentation solutions (Firewalls)
  • Core Routing/Switching (BGP, OSPF, EIGRP, IS-IS, Application Centric Networking)
  • Storage Networking Solutions
  • User Authentication and Certificate Management
  • Application Layer Load Balancing (L4-L7)
  • Provide technical support to Menard’s corporate staff’s network communication and security needs
  • Provide remote access support for Menards staff and vendors.
  • Identify, investigate, resolve and document problems
  • Monitor network uptime, capacity, performance, and security threats.
  • Configure and maintain network management and IPAM systems
New Systems:
  • Work with Management and Senior Level Team Members to design complex data center communication, security, and authentication solutions
  • Implement network equipment and management tools
  • Support all physical cabling, hardware, and network management tools within the data center environments.
Development:
  • Analyze all aspects of the systems and develop/implement plans to improve items such as utilization, capacity and performance
  • Keep informed and educated on emerging technologies
  • Research, evaluate and recommend new technologies, platforms, protocols and applications in order to meet Menard, Inc.’s business requirements
  • Develop policy and procedure documentation for new and existing systems
  • Design, deploy, and maintain a high level of network segmentation companywide.
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A family-owned company started in 1958, Menards® is headquartered in Eau Claire, Wisconsin and has more than 300 home improvement stores. Today, Menards® is known throughout the home improvement industry as the low price leader; it's no wonder our famous slogan Save BIG Money!® is so widely known and easy to remember. Menards® has always been committed to providing high-quality customer service. Whether it's through helping customers design and/or calculate projects with our Design-It Center and Project Calculator programs, helping with an order, answering questions about merchandise or how to do a project, our service to our customers is number one.

Industry

Retail

Company size

10,000+ Employees

Headquarters location

Truax, WI, US

Year founded

1958