System Administrator
Crane Company· enterprise· Consumer Goods· Aug 6, 2026 · 3mo agoPosted 82 days ago
Bolingbrook, Illinois
In office
Full-time
Senior
$90K–$100K
3+ years exp
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Position Summary
The System Administrator / Network & Help Desk Engineer is responsible for maintaining, supporting, and optimizing the organization’s IT infrastructure, including virtualization platforms, backup solutions, endpoint management systems, and network services. This role ensures high availability, security, and performance of IT systems while providing Tier 2/3 support to end users.
Principle Responsibilities:
System Administration
Administer and maintain enterprise IT infrastructure, including servers, virtualization, and storage systems
Manage and support Nutanix hyperconverged infrastructure (HCI) environments
Perform system monitoring, patch management, upgrades, and performance tuning
Ensure system security, compliance, and adherence to IT policies
Backup & Disaster Recovery
Manage and support Veeam Backup & Replication solutions
Configure and monitor backup jobs, replication, and recovery processes
Perform regular backup validation and test restores
Develop and maintain disaster recovery (DR) procedures and documentation
Endpoint Management (SCCM / MECM)
Administer Microsoft SCCM (Endpoint Configuration Manager)
Deploy applications, patches, and updates via Software Center
Troubleshoot SCCM deployment failures and client issues
Manage OS deployments, task sequences, and software packaging
Networking
Manage and support LAN/WAN infrastructure
Configure and troubleshoot network devices (routers, switches, firewalls)
Monitor network performance and resolve connectivity issues
Manage VLANs, DHCP, DNS, VPNs, and network security controls
Help Desk & Support
Provide Tier 2/3 technical support for users and IT systems
Troubleshoot hardware, software, and network-related issues
Manage IT tickets, incidents, and service requests within SLA
Support end-user computing (Windows OS, applications, devices)
Qualifications/Experience:
Bachelor’s degree in Information Technology or related field (or equivalent experience)
3 – 6 years of experience in system administration, networking, or IT support
Ability to be on-site daily and to provide after-hours support when needed
Technical Skills Required
Nutanix HCI (AHV, Prism)
Veeam Backup & Replication (backup, restore, DR)
Microsoft SCCM / MECM (deployments, patching, OSD)
Networking fundamentals (TCP/IP, DNS, DHCP, VLANs, VPNs)
Windows Server administration
Active Directory, Group Policy
Virtualization technologies
Preferred Skills
Experience with Azure or hybrid cloud environments
PowerShell scripting and automation
Knowledge of IT security best practices
ITIL framework familiarity
Relevant certifications (preferred):
Nutanix Certified Professional (NCP)
Veeam Certified Engineer (VMCE)
Microsoft certifications (MCSA, MD-102, etc.)
CompTIA Network / Security
Key Competencies
Strong troubleshooting and analytical skills
Excellent communication and customer service skills
Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment
Proactive and detail-oriented approach
$90,000 - $100,000
This description has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work being performed by employees within this classification. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities, and qualifications required of employees assigned to this job.
Crane Company. is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment and will not be discriminated against on the basis of race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, general identity, national origin, disability or veteran status.
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