JobsUSASystems Administrator
Company : LHH
Location : Pleasanton, CA
Posted Date : 15 September 2025
Job Type : Other
Category : IT Operations & Helpdesk
Occupation : Systems Administrator
Job Details
Partner: LHH has partnered with our client (confidential) • Engagement: W2 C2H • Schedule: Mon-Fri, standard business hours (onsite)
About the role
LHH has partnered with our client to hire a hands-on Systems Administrator who will keep core infrastructure healthy and users productive. You'll manage Windows Server/O365, VMware, networking, storage/backup, and serve as an escalation point for the help desk. The environment values open communication, peer feedback, and practical automation that improves daily workflows.
What you'll do
- Own core infra: Administer Windows Server, Active Directory, DNS/DHCP, Exchange, Group Policy , and Microsoft 365 tenant services.
- Virtualization: Maintain and patch VMware ESXi/vSphere (Horizon/VDI and NSX/virtual firewall experience a plus).
- Networking: Support/maintain Cisco switches and firewalls (Palo Alto and/or Cisco), cabling, and site connectivity.
- Storage & backup: Operate enterprise SAN , perform regular backups/restores , and document recovery procedures.
- Endpoint & escalations: Install, move, and troubleshoot hardware; handle Tier 2/3 escalations and partner with the help desk.
- Security & logging: Contribute to security policy maintenance; support projects such as centralized SIEM logging .
- Ops hygiene: Maintain inventory, produce quotes/recommendations, coordinate with vendors, and keep documentation current.
- Continuous improvement: Identify opportunities to automate and streamline processes.
- 3 years minimum of systems administration (Windows Server and/or virtualization emphasis).
- Strong hands-on experience with O365, AD, DNS/DHCP, Exchange, Group Policy .
- Azure Administrator experience (tenant/admin exposure).
- VMware ESXi/vSphere (Horizon/VDI, NSX preferred).
- Networking experience with Cisco switches and Palo Alto and/or Cisco firewalls.
- Enterprise storage/SAN and backup/restore experience.
- Ability to work onsite, move hardware (data center/network closets/desks), and communicate clearly with end users.
- Nice to have: B.A./A.S. in CS/IS (or equivalent experience), Linux/UNIX, and certs (VMware/Microsoft/Palo Alto/Cisco, ITIL/HDI, CompTIA A+/Net+/Sec+).
- Mission-driven organization with companywide impact across departments and the membership they serve.
- Culture that encourages ownership, continuous learning, and automation to challenge the status quo.
- Contract-to-Hire (W2). Target hourly up to $ 45.67/hr DOE during contract; anticipated conversion salary $75,000-$95,000 DOE.
- Standard business hours; business casual ; 40 hours/week.
- Employer-paid medical, dental, and vision
- Employer-contributed Pension ; optional 401(k)
- Sick & vacation time , 8 holidays + 1 floating holiday
Please send your resume and a brief note outlining your experience with O365, AD/DNS/DHCP/Exchange/GPO, Azure admin, VMware (ESXi/vSphere), Cisco switches, SAN/backup , and an example of an automation or process improvement you've implemented. LHH will coordinate next steps.
Pay Details: $35.00 to $45.67 per hour
Search managed by: Eben Mahoney
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 California Fair Chance Act
- Los Angeles City Fair Chance Ordinance
- Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers
- San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance
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