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Systems Administrator
Location: Homewood, IL
Salary Range: $75,000 - $85,000
Employment Type: Full-Time
About the Role
Are you a proactive problem-solver with a passion for infrastructure and systems administration? We're seeking a Systems Administrator who thrives in a collaborative environment and is ready to take ownership of enterprise-level platforms. This role is ideal for someone with a strong foundation in infrastructure concepts and the ability to exercise independent judgment while supporting a dynamic technical team.
As a key escalation point, you'll work closely with Network Administrators, Application Teams, Systems Administrators, and Service Desk staff to ensure seamless operations and issue resolution.
Key Responsibilities

• Serve as a subject matter expert in infrastructure areas, providing guidance and support across departments.
• Communicate effectively with cross-functional teams and leadership, delivering structured updates on support and project activities.
• Lead and collaborate with teams to identify root causes and implement resolution strategies.
• Design and maintain infrastructure documentation and perform daily production environment checks.
• Monitor platforms proactively using enterprise tools to prevent issues before they arise.
• Implement upgrades, patches, and security best practices across systems and applications.
• Administer and maintain virtualized environments (Nutanix or VMware), Windows OS (2003-2019), and enterprise tools including:
  
  • Intune & Azure
  • Office 365 & Mimecast
  • Active Directory & Group Policy
  • Veeam Backup
  • PowerShell Automation
  • PRTG, LogRhythm, and other monitoring/compliance tools

Qualifications
Required:

• 3+ years in a systems administration role with demonstrated career progression.
• Experience with enterprise-level infrastructure and platform delivery.

Preferred:

• Certifications in Microsoft, Office 365, Azure.
• Experience with compliance reporting and DR/BCP planning.

Skills & Competencies

• Analytical Thinking: Designs efficient workflows and procedures.
• Problem Solving: Resolves issues promptly and collaboratively.
• Customer Service: Delivers responsive and high-quality support.
• Communication: Clear, professional verbal and written communication.
• Teamwork: Builds positive team spirit and contributes ideas.
• Organization: Manages time and priorities effectively.
• Safety Awareness: Observes and promotes safe working practices.

Work Environment
This role is primarily office-based, with occasional offsite work. The environment is professional, with moderate noise levels and controlled temperatures. Physical demands include occasional lifting (up to 30 lbs), bending, and reaching. Clear English communication is essential.
Compensation and Benefits
We foster a collaborative team environment that values innovation and encourages creative solutions to drive positive organizational impact. Our employees are the key to our success and help us stand out from our competitors. The base pay range for this role is $75,000 to $85,000. The final compensation offer may vary based on factors such as experience, education, skills, and location. We offer competitive pay, paid time off, and comprehensive benefits, including medical, dental, vision, life insurance, and a 401(k) plan.
Lanco is an equal opportunity employer. All employment-related decisions, including but not limited to hiring, compensation, promotion, discipline (including termination), evaluation, training and development opportunities, etc., are made without discrimination on the basis of race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender-related identity, pregnancy, national origin, ancestry, religion, age, military status, protected disability, citizenship, genetic information or any other category protected by applicable law.
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