System Administrator

First Community Bank4 months ago
San Benito, TX, United States
On-site
Full-time
Junior Level (1-3 years)

Job Description

Job Title: System Administrator

Location: 1151 W. Hwy 77, San Benito, Texas

Schedule: Monday–Friday, 8:00 AM–5:00 PM; Rotating Saturdays, 8:00 AM–1:00 PM; After hours as needed.

Position Type: Full-Time

Reports To: Vice President/IT Manager

Position Summary

We are seeking a skilled and proactive System Administrator to manage and maintain our Microsoft Windows-based infrastructure. This role is critical to ensuring the stability, security, and performance of our IT systems and services. The ideal candidate will have hands-on experience with Windows Server environments, Active Directory, virtualization platforms, and network troubleshooting.

Key Responsibilities

  • Install, configure, and maintain Windows and Linux Servers
  • Administer Microsoft Active Directory, Group Policy, DNS, and DHCP
  • Install and administer Microsoft Hyper-V
  • Monitor system performance and troubleshoot issues to ensure high availability
  • Research and deploy security patches and mitigations
  • Coordinate with vendors for server deployments and support
  • Maintain line-of-business applications and ensure operational continuity
  • Assist with administration of the phone system
  • Provide technical support to end-users for hardware and software issues
  • Perform regular system backups and recovery operations
  • Document system configurations, procedures, and troubleshooting steps
  • Travel to branches to install or troubleshoot equipment

Required Qualifications

  • Associate or bachelor’s degree in systems/network administration or related field
  • 3–5 years of experience supporting Windows-based IT environments
  • Proficiency with Windows Server 2016+, Active Directory, and Hyper-V
  • Experience with Debian/Ubuntu Linux
  • Strong organizational and communication skills
  • Professional appearance and demeanor

Preferred Qualifications

  • Technical certifications (e.g., CompTIA Network+, Microsoft MCSA/MCSE)
  • Experience with Cisco networking and phone systems
  • Familiarity with cloud services, particularly Microsoft 365
  • Basic PowerShell scripting for automation

Benefits

  • Competitive starting wage
  • Full benefits package including health insurance, retirement plan, and paid time off

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