Job Description

We are hiring a Principal Systems Administrator to manage, maintain, and optimize Vaco's Microsoft-based systems and Meraki Cloud infrastructure.

Salary: Full-time at $155,000 with an opportunity for bonus
On-site Requirements: Full-time on-site in Brentwood, TN
Responsibilities:

• Leads the administration and maintenance of Microsoft-based infrastructure (including but not limited to Windows Server, Active Directory, Microsoft Exchange, Azure, and Hyper-V environments) through system upgrades, patch management, and tuning 

• Oversees Meraki Cloud networking by configuring Meraki-managed switches, wireless access points, and security appliances, operating Meraki dashboard deployments, and working with VPN configuration, firewall rule implementation, and layer 3 routing 

• Designs, implements, and maintains high-availability solutions and disaster recovery plans for all Microsoft-based systems and Meraki Cloud networking while developing strategies for server consolidation, virtualization, and cloud migration using Azure, Hyper-V, or other virtualization platforms 

• Ensures all systems comply with industry security standards and best practices as well as regulatory requirements (e.g., GDPR, HIPAA, SOX) while implementing and enforcing policies across the Enterprise 

• Provides Tier 3 support for complex technical issues related to Windows-based systems, Microsoft applications, and Meraki Cloud networking; performs root cause analysis on system failures and takes corrective actions to prevent recurrence 

• Serves as a technical mentor to junior administrators, leads technical discussions and projects across various IT teams (network, database, application), and develops standard operating procedures (SOPs) and technical documentation 

Qualifications:

• 8+ years experience managing Microsoft infrastructure environments in an enterprise setting.
• Windows, Active Directory, Group Policy, DNS, M365
• Azure cloud, Hyper-V/VMware
• PowerShell scripting, TCP/IP networking, firewalls, load balancing, SCCM, Intune
• Certifications - Azure Admin Associate, Azure Solutions Architect, ITIL, among others highly preferred
• Excellent problem solving and interpersonal skills
• Proven ability to manage direct reports

Vaco values a diverse workplace and strongly encourages women, people of color, LGBTQ+ individuals, people with disabilities, members of ethnic minorities, foreign-born residents, and veterans to apply.

EEO Notice

Vaco is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race (including but not limited to traits historically associated with race such as hair texture and hair style), color, sex (includes pregnancy or related conditions), religion or creed, national origin, citizenship, age, disability, status as a veteran, union membership, ethnicity, gender, gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, marital status, political affiliation, or any other protected characteristics as required by federal, state or local law.

Vaco LLC and its parents, affiliates, and subsidiaries are committed to the full inclusion of all qualified individuals. As part of this commitment, Vaco LLC and its parents, affiliates, and subsidiaries will ensure that persons with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodations. If reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and/or to receive other benefits and privileges of employment, please contact

HR@vaco.com

.

Vaco also wants all applicants to know their rights that workplace discrimination is illegal .

By submitting to this position, you agree that you will be giving Vaco the exclusive right to present your as a candidate for the foregoing employment opportunity. You further agree that you have represented information about yourself accurately and have not affirmatively misrepresented your qualifications. You also agree to maintain as confidential, to the fullest extent permitted by law, any information you learn from Vaco about the position and you will limit disclosure of information about the position only to the extent necessary to perform any obligations in furtherance of your application. In exchange, Vaco agrees to exercise reasonable efforts to represent you through all solicitation, job screening and resume dispersal.

Privacy Notice

Vaco LLC and its parents, affiliates, and subsidiaries (“we,” “our,” or “Vaco”) respects your privacy and are committed to providing transparent notice of our policies.

• California residents may access Vaco’s HR Notice at Collection for California Applicants and Employees here .
• Virginia residents may access our state specific policies here .
• Residents of all other states may access our policies here .
• Canadian residents may access our policies in English here and in French here .
• Residents of countries governed by GDPR may access our policies here .

Pay Transparency Notice

Determining compensation for this role (and others) at Vaco depends upon a wide array of factors including but not limited to:

• the individual’s skill sets, experience and training;
• licensure and certification requirements;
• office location and other geographic considerations;
• other business and organizational needs.

With that said, as required by local law, Vaco believes that the following salary range referenced above reasonably estimates the base compensation for an individual hired into this position in geographies that require salary range disclosure. The individual may also be eligible for discretionary bonuses.

Skills:
Best Practices, Cloud Applications, Cloud Computing, DNS (Domain Name System), Disaster Recovery, English Language, Firewall Administration, Firewalls, HIPAA (Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act), Hair Styling, Hardware Virtualization, High Availability, ITIL (IT Infrastructure Library), Industry Standards, Information Technology & Information Systems, Interpersonal Skills, Load Balancing, Management of Information Systems/Technology (MIS), Mentoring, Microsoft Active Directory, Microsoft Exchange Server, Microsoft Hyper-V, Microsoft Infrastructure, Microsoft Product Family, Microsoft Windows Azure, Microsoft Windows NT Group Policy, Microsoft Windows Operating System, Microsoft Windows Server, Network Monitoring, Network Routing, Network Switching, People Management, Policy Implementation, Problem Solving Skills, Regulatory Requirements, Reporting Dashboards, Sarbanes-Oxley Act (SOX), Scripting (Scripting Languages), Security Compliance, Server Programming/Applications, Software Patches, Standard Operating Procedures (SOP), Standards Development, State Laws and Regulations, Strategic Planning, System Center Configuration Manager (SCCM), Systems Administration/Management, TCP/IP (Transmission Control Protocol/Internet Protocol), Technical Leadership, Technical Support, Technical Writing, VMWare, VPN (Virtual Private Network), Virtualization, Windows PowerShell, Wireless Communications

About the Company:
Vaco, LLC

Vaco provides expert consulting, permanent placement, executive search and strategic staffing for companies around the world, in the areas of accounting, finance, technology, healthcare, operations, administration and more. As a premier talent solutions firm, Vaco connects people to their dream jobs and helps leading companies find talent to grow their business. Since its founding in 2002, Vaco has grown to more than 35 offices across the globe, 700+ employees, more than 3,000 consultants and $450M in revenue. Vaco has been named to Inc. magazine’s list of the fastest-growing private companies for past 11 years and is dedicated to developing long-term relationships, life-long careers and creative client solutions.

Company Size:
2,500 to 4,999 employees

Industry:
Staffing/Employment Agencies

Founded:
2002

Website:

Job Tags

Permanent employment, Full time, Local area, Remote job,

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