Systems Administrator at Actalent — NeverHard

Job DescriptionJob Description Job Title: Systems Administrator Job Description We're looking for a hands-on Systems Administrator who thrives in complex, security-focused environments. This role is ideal for someone who enjoys solving challenging infrastructure and networking problems, automating processes, and working closely with engineering teams to deploy and maintain highly secure systems. If you're equally comfortable in Linux, Windows, VMware, and network infrastructure - and have a strong security mindset - we'd like to hear from you. Responsibilities Design, deploy, and maintain secure Windows, Linux, and VMware environments Configure and support network infrastructure, including switches, routers, firewalls, and security appliances Troubleshoot complex systems and network issues across multiple layers of infrastructure Automate administrative and operational tasks using scripting tools Support cyber security initiatives, including system hardening, vulnerability scanning, firewall management, GPOs, and air-gapped environments Deploy and support containerized workloads and modern infrastructure platforms Collaborate closely with engineering, integration, and customer teams to deliver reliable solutions Maintain documentation, configuration control, and compliance requirements for secure environments Participate in customer site deployments, upgrades, and troubleshooting activities as required Required Qualifications 5+ years of Systems Administration experience in enterprise, engineering, defense, manufacturing, or similarly complex environments Diploma, degree, or equivalent experience in computer systems, computer science, information systems, or a related field, with 5+ years of relevant professional experience Proven experience administering both Linux and Windows operating systems Strong VMware administration and virtualization experience Strong networking experience, including: Switching and routing Firewall configuration and policy management TCP/IP networking fundamentals Network troubleshooting and diagnostics Experience with cyber security tools, practices, and processes, including system hardening, scanning, GPOs, and secure/air-gapped environments Scripting and automation experience using one or more of: PowerShell Bash/Shell Python Salt Experience with containerization technologies Strong troubleshooting skills and ability to work across systems, networks, and infrastructure Team-oriented mindset with experience collaborating across technical disciplines Nice to Have SUSE Linux administration experience Docker and/or Terraform experience CCNA/CCNP-level networking knowledge Job Type & Location This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Richmond, BC. Pay and Benefits The pay range for this position is $34.62 - $55.28/hr. Workplace Type This is a hybrid position in Richmond,BC. À propos d'Actalent Actalent est un leader mondial dans les services d’ingénierie et de sciences ainsi que dans les solutions de talents. Nous aidons des entreprises visionnaires à faire progresser leurs initiatives d’ingénierie et de science grâce à l’accès à des experts spécialisés qui favorisent l’échelle, l’innovation et la rapidité de mise sur le marché. Avec un réseau de près de 20 000 consultants et 5 000 clients à travers les États-Unis, le Canada, l’Asie et l’Europe, Actalent dessert de nombreuses entreprises du Fortune 500. Nous sommes fiers d’être l’une des 500 meilleures firmes de conception de l’Engineering News-Record (ENR) pour nos services de conception en ingénierie et un lauréat du prix ClearlyRated Best of Staffing® tant pour le service client que pour les talents. Actalent est un employeur souscrivant au principe de l’égalité des chances et accepte toutes les candidatures sans tenir compte de la race, du sexe, de l’âge, de la couleur, de la religion, des origines nationales, du statut d’ancien combattant, d’un handicap, de l’orientation sexuelle, de l’identité sexuelle, des renseignements génétiques ou de toute autre caractéristique protégée par la loi. Si vous souhaitez faire une demande d’accommodement raisonnable, tel que la modification ou l’ajustement du processus de demande d’emploi ou d’entrevue à cause d’un handicap, veuillez envoyer un courriel à actalentaccommodation@actalentservices.com pour connaître d’autres options d’accommodement. Ordonnance sur l’égalité des chances de San Francisco: Conformément à l’Ordonnance sur l’égalité des chances de San Francisco, pour tous les postes situés dans la ville et le comté de San Francisco, nous examinerons les candidatures des personnes qualifiées ayant un casier judiciaire ou des antécédents criminels. Utilisation de l’intelligence artificielle (IA): Nous pouvons utiliser l’intelligence artificielle (IA) pour soutenir certaines étapes de notre processus d’embauche, notamment la recherche, la présélection et l’évaluation des candidatures. L’IA aide à analyser les candidatures et les qualifications, mais les décisions finales sont prises par notre équipe de recrutement. En soumettant votre candidature, vous reconnaissez et acceptez que celle-ci puisse être examinée à l’aide d’outils d’IA. About Actalent Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services and talent solutions. We help visionary companies advance their engineering and science initiatives through access to specialized experts who drive scale, innovation and speed to market. With a network of almost 20,000 consultants and 5,000 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia and Europe, Actalent serves many of the Fortune 500. We are proud to be an Engineering News-Record (ENR) Top 500 Design Firm for our engineering design services and a ClearlyRated Best of Staffing® winner for both client and talent service. The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law. If you would like to request a reasonable accommodation, such as the modification or adjustment of the job application process or interviewing process due to a disability, please email actalentaccommodation@actalentservices.com for other accommodation options. San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance: Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, for all positions located in the city and county of San Francisco, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records. Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI): We may use Artificial Intelligence (AI) to support parts of our hiring process, including sourcing, screening, and evaluating candidates. AI helps assess applications and qualifications, but final decisions are made by our hiring team. By applying, you acknowledge and agree that your application may be reviewed using AI tools.