System Administrator Los Angeles

Job Title: System Administrator (Contract-to-Hire)

Location: Los Angeles, CA

Job Type: Contract-to-Hire

Company: LHH (In partnership with our client)

About the Role:

LHH has partnered with a leading organization in Los Angeles, CA, to find a skilled and motivated System Administrator for a contract-to-hire opportunity. This role provides a unique chance to work in a dynamic environment, managing and supporting the company’s IT infrastructure while contributing to key technology initiatives.

As a System Administrator, you will be responsible for the installation, configuration, maintenance, and optimization of all hardware and software systems. You will ensure the stability, integrity, and efficient operation of the information systems that support core organizational functions.

Key Responsibilities:

• System Management: Install, configure, and maintain servers, storage, and network infrastructure to ensure high availability and optimal performance.
• Security Administration: Implement and manage security protocols, including firewalls, antivirus, and data protection measures, to safeguard the organization’s IT assets.
• Monitoring and Troubleshooting: Monitor system performance and perform regular maintenance tasks, troubleshooting issues to ensure minimal downtime and maximum efficiency.
• Backup and Recovery: Develop and maintain backup and disaster recovery plans, ensuring data integrity and quick recovery in the event of system failures.
• User Support: Provide technical support to end-users, resolving hardware, software, and network issues in a timely manner.
• Documentation: Maintain accurate and up-to-date documentation of system configurations, processes, and procedures.
• Collaboration: Work closely with the IT team to support ongoing projects and initiatives, ensuring alignment with business objectives.
• Automation: Implement automation tools and scripts to streamline system administration tasks and improve efficiency.
  
  

Qualifications:

• Experience: 3+ years of experience as a System Administrator or in a similar role.
• Technical Skills: Proficiency with Windows and Linux operating systems, virtualization technologies (e.g., VMware, Hyper-V), and cloud platforms (e.g., AWS, Azure).
• Networking: Strong understanding of network protocols, DNS, DHCP, VPNs, and firewalls.
• Security: Experience implementing and managing security measures to protect IT infrastructure.
• Problem-Solving: Excellent troubleshooting skills with the ability to diagnose and resolve complex technical issues.
• Communication: Strong verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively with both technical and non-technical stakeholders.
• Education: Bachelor’s degree in Information Technology, Computer Science, or a related field preferred, or equivalent work experience.
• Certifications: Certifications such as CompTIA Network+, CompTIA Security+, Microsoft Certified: Azure Administrator, or similar are a plus.
• Benefit offerings include medical, dental, vision, life insurance, short-term disability, additional voluntary benefits, EAP program, commuter benefits and 401K plan. Our program provides employees the flexibility to choose the type of coverage that meets their individual needs. Available paid leave may include Paid Sick Leave, where required by law; any other paid leave required by Federal, State, or local law; and Holiday pay upon meeting eligibility criteria. Applicants must be authorized to work for any employer in the U.S. and sit stateside. Our client is unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment Visa at this time.
• Please no C2C applicants*
  
  

Pay Details: $41.00 to $46.00 per hour

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Benefit offerings available for our associates include medical, dental, vision, life insurance, short-term disability, additional voluntary benefits, EAP program, commuter benefits and a 401K plan. Our benefit offerings provide employees the flexibility to choose the type of coverage that meets their individual needs. In addition, our associates may be eligible for paid leave including Paid Sick Leave or any other paid leave required by Federal, State, or local law, as well as Holiday pay where applicable.

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The Company will consider qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records subject to federal contractor requirements and/or security clearance requirements.