Pape-Dawson
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Systems Administrator

Location
Overland Park, KS
Listed
Today

Overview

We are seeking a Systems Administrator to manage and maintain our core infrastructure environment, including servers, virtualization platforms, and enterprise services. This role is responsible for the day-to-day ownership, stability, and performance of infrastructure systems.

This is a hands-on technical role focused on system administration, performance optimization, and issue resolution, with responsibility for independently managing assigned systems while supporting ongoing improvements and operational excellence.

Key Responsibilities

  • Independently manage and maintain server infrastructure, including operating systems, virtualization platforms, and core enterprise services
  • Perform system upgrades, patching, and performance tuning to ensure optimal system performance and reliability
  • Troubleshoot and resolve system-level issues involving services, performance, and configurations
  • Manage virtualization and storage environments to ensure availability, efficiency, and scalability
  • Implement and maintain system security configurations, including access control, hardening, and patch compliance
  • Support and test disaster recovery processes to ensure system recoverability and business continuity
  • Automate routine administrative tasks using scripting tools such as PowerShell or similar technologies
  • Collaborate with network, security, and application teams to support integrations and resolve cross-domain issues
  • Maintain accurate and up-to-date system documentation, including configurations, standards, and procedures
  • Own system performance, stability, and operational health within assigned environments

Required Qualifications

  • 3-5 years of systems administration or infrastructure experience
  • Strong experience with Windows Server environments and enterprise systems
  • Proven ability to troubleshoot system performance and configuration issues
  • Experience with virtualization platforms (VMware, Hyper-V, or similar)

Preferred Qualifications

  • Experience with automation and scripting (PowerShell or similar)
  • Familiarity with storage systems and backup solutions
  • Exposure to cloud or hybrid infrastructure environments

Education

  • Bachelor's degree in Information Technology, Computer Science, or related field (or equivalent experience)

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

  • Strong knowledge of server operating systems and infrastructure platforms
  • Solid troubleshooting and analytical problem-solving skills
  • Understanding of system performance tuning and monitoring
  • Familiarity with security best practices and access control
  • Ability to manage systems independently and prioritize workload effectively
  • Strong documentation and organizational skills
  • Effective communication and collaboration across IT teams

What Success Looks Like in This Role

  • Stable and reliable infrastructure systems with minimal downtime
  • Timely resolution of system issues and performance problems
  • Well-maintained and documented system configurations
  • Improved system performance through tuning and optimization
  • Successful support of infrastructure projects and enhancements
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  • If you need an accommodation or assistance with completing your application due to a disability or special need, please contact our team at or call.
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From Pape-Dawson's careers page, first listed on Rolev.ai on November 12, 2026. Rolev.ai is not the employer.

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