Linux System Administrator Contract Temporary Jobs in Raleigh, NC

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At Easterseals PORT Health (ESPH), our mission is rooted in empowering individuals and strengthening communities. We are seeking a Systems Administrator to join our team. This position is mostly remote in North Carolina with intermittent travel possible to Morrisville, NC.

This isn’t just a job — you will be influencing change and shaping futures in our shared mission of helping people reach their full potential. 

Your Role in Our Mission

The Systems Administrator is responsible for administering, maintaining, and supporting ESPH’s server, cloud, and identity infrastructure. This role ensures that all systems remain secure, reliable, and optimized to support organizational operations across multiple locations. Key responsibilities include managing virtualized environments, Microsoft cloud services, directory services, endpoint management platforms, and monitoring systems.

The Systems Administrator also serves as an escalation point for advanced troubleshooting, complex technical issues, and infrastructure-related service requests. This position collaborates closely with Cyber Security, Networking, Service Desk, and other IT teams to ensure a strong technology foundation for the organization.

• Manage and maintain the organization’s virtualization environments (VMware, Hyper-V, or similar).
• Oversee application support as needed for enterprise systems and cloud-hosted platforms.
• Monitor performance, capacity, uptime, alerts, and compliance across all managed systems
• Implement and support security controls, patches, updates, and vulnerability remediation.
• Enforce best practices for identity, data governance, endpoint security, and configuration hardening.
• Assist with strategic planning, technology evaluations, and process improvement efforts. 

Why Join Us?  

As a part of our mission, we help our team members embrace their potential, build resilience, and thrive! You will benefit from ongoing professional growth and development as you work alongside leaders of clinical excellence in mental health and substance use services that care about your success. 

We also offer a full benefits package for benefits-eligible positions.

Compensation & Benefits 

• Competitive salary between $85,000-$95,000 for this full-time exempt position 
• Generous paid time off and paid holidays
• Full benefits package including Medical, Dental, and Vision benefits
• Life and Disability Insurance(company paid)
• 403(b) Retirement Plan 
• Employee Assistance Program and legal services support 
• Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) qualifying employer  

What We’re Looking For  

• Bachelor’s degree in computer science, information technology, or a related field, or equivalent experience
• 3–5 years of professional systems administration or infrastructure experience.
• Strong proficiency with Microsoft cloud technologies and virtualization platforms.
• Experience administering Linux server environments, including installation, configuration, patching, and troubleshooting.
• Experience with endpoint management, monitoring, and backup systems.
• Experience developing and maintaining PowerShell scripts and automation to support system administration, reporting, and operational efficiency.
• Strong analytical, root-cause troubleshooting, and problem-solving abilities.
• Excellent organizational skills and clear, concise communication abilities.
• Certifications such as:
• Microsoft (AZ-104, MS-102, SC-900/SC-300)
• VMware or Hyper-V certifications
• CompTIA Network+/Security+/CySA+  

Ready to Apply? 

Join a team where work isn’t just something you do — it’s a purpose. Bring your expertise to a mission that matters. Apply now at www.eastersealsPORT.com or send your resume to recruiter@eastersealsPORT.com. 

**Voted Raleigh’s Best Nonprofit Organization and Raleigh’s Best Mental Health Services two years in a row!** 

About Easterseals PORT Health  

Easterseals PORT Health is a trustworthy and compassionate partner, providing exceptional services in disability, mental health, and substance use to help our neighbors live their best lives. Purpose, dedication, and empathy drive our in-person and telehealth service delivery. Our 2,600-member team provides more than 10.2 million hours of meaningful support to 40,200 kids, adults, and families in 11,000 home, facility, and community locations across North Carolina and Virginia.  

Easterseals PORT Health is an Inclusive Culture, Different Voices, Embracing Potential, Authentic Self, and Learning and Growing (IDEAL) organization.   

Applicants of all abilities are encouraged to apply!