Systems Administrator
Econ One Research, Inc. • Chicago, Illinois, United States
Posted: July 10, 2026
Job Description
The Systems Administrator will maintain, configure, and secure the organization’s Windows and Linux server/workstation infrastructure, with primary responsibilities in Active Directory (including Group Policy), PostgreSQL administration, Remote Desktop Services, and helpdesk assistance. Systems operate 24/7; the role requires flexibility for out-of-hours work and participation in an on-call rotation.
What You Get To Do…
- Administer Windows servers and workstations (installation, updates, troubleshooting, Windows Server features).
- Administer Linux servers (deployment, patching, package management, service monitoring, performance tuning).
- Administer Truenas (CORE and SCALE) file servers (management, service and performance)
- Install, configure, and maintain PostgreSQL databases: backups, replication, performance tuning, schema migrations, and troubleshooting.
- Manage Active Directory: user/group lifecycle, OU structure, Group Policy Object (GPO) design, application and troubleshooting, AD health monitoring.
- Configure and maintain Remote Desktop Services (RDS) / Terminal Services: session host farms, licensing, profiles, RD Gateway, and security.
- Provide first- and second-line helpdesk support for server- and workstation-related incidents; escalate to vendors or senior engineers as needed.
- Implement and maintain monitoring, logging, and alerting (metrics, log aggregation, capacity planning) to support 24/7 operations.
- Perform regular backups and validate disaster recovery and business continuity procedures for systems and databases.
- Harden systems and enforce security best practices: patch management, access controls, vulnerability remediation, auditing, and endpoint protection.
- Automate routine tasks and deployments using scripting (Bash, PowerShell, Python) and configuration management tools.
- Maintain accurate documentation: knowledgebase, on-call procedures, topology diagrams, change logs, and incident post-mortems.
- Participate in an on-call rotation and perform out-of-hours maintenance or incident response as required.
- Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, applicable performance experience and appropriate industry certifications are also acceptable.
- 3+ years of systems administration experience supporting both Linux and Windows environments.
- Strong Linux administration experience (e.g., Ubuntu, RedHat, and other distros).
- Solid Windows Server administration experience, including Active Directory and Group Policy.
- Experience administering Remote Desktop Services or equivalent VDI/session-host technologies.
- Practical PostgreSQL administration experience: backups, replication, tuning, maintenance, and troubleshooting.
- Experience providing helpdesk or end-user support and triaging incidents.
- Proficiency with scripting (Bash, PowerShell, Python) and familiarity with automation/configuration management tools.
- Knowledge of networking fundamentals (TCP/IP, DNS, DHCP, routing, firewalls).
- An understanding of security controls, IAM concepts, and best practices.
- Strong communication, documentation, and customer-service skills.
Bonus Points If You Have…
- Relevant certifications (RHCE/LPIC, Microsoft Certified: Azure/Windows Server, PostgreSQL certification).
- Experience with cloud platforms (AWS, Azure) and hybrid architectures (Entra, Intune).
- Familiarity with containerization (Docker) and orchestration (Kubernetes).
- Familiarity with virtualization platforms (Proxmox)
- Experience with remote profile management (FSLogix), session brokering, or VDI platforms.
Additional Content
The Systems Administrator will maintain, configure, and secure the organization’s Windows and Linux server/workstation infrastructure, with primary responsibilities in Active Directory (including Group Policy), PostgreSQL administration, Remote Desktop Services, and helpdesk assistance. Systems operate 24/7; the role requires flexibility for out-of-hours work and participation in an on-call rotation.
What You Get To Do…
- Administer Windows servers and workstations (installation, updates, troubleshooting, Windows Server features).
- Administer Linux servers (deployment, patching, package management, service monitoring, performance tuning).
- Administer Truenas (CORE and SCALE) file servers (management, service and performance)
- Install, configure, and maintain PostgreSQL databases: backups, replication, performance tuning, schema migrations, and troubleshooting.
- Manage Active Directory: user/group lifecycle, OU structure, Group Policy Object (GPO) design, application and troubleshooting, AD health monitoring.
- Configure and maintain Remote Desktop Services (RDS) / Terminal Services: session host farms, licensing, profiles, RD Gateway, and security.
- Provide first- and second-line helpdesk support for server- and workstation-related incidents; escalate to vendors or senior engineers as needed.
- Implement and maintain monitoring, logging, and alerting (metrics, log aggregation, capacity planning) to support 24/7 operations.
- Perform regular backups and validate disaster recovery and business continuity procedures for systems and databases.
- Harden systems and enforce security best practices: patch management, access controls, vulnerability remediation, auditing, and endpoint protection.
- Automate routine tasks and deployments using scripting (Bash, PowerShell, Python) and configuration management tools.
- Maintain accurate documentation: knowledgebase, on-call procedures, topology diagrams, change logs, and incident post-mortems.
- Participate in an on-call rotation and perform out-of-hours maintenance or incident response as required.
- Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, applicable performance experience and appropriate industry certifications are also acceptable.
- 3+ years of systems administration experience supporting both Linux and Windows environments.
- Strong Linux administration experience (e.g., Ubuntu, RedHat, and other distros).
- Solid Windows Server administration experience, including Active Directory and Group Policy.
- Experience administering Remote Desktop Services or equivalent VDI/session-host technologies.
- Practical PostgreSQL administration experience: backups, replication, tuning, maintenance, and troubleshooting.
- Experience providing helpdesk or end-user support and triaging incidents.
- Proficiency with scripting (Bash, PowerShell, Python) and familiarity with automation/configuration management tools.
- Knowledge of networking fundamentals (TCP/IP, DNS, DHCP, routing, firewalls).
- An understanding of security controls, IAM concepts, and best practices.
- Strong communication, documentation, and customer-service skills.
Bonus Points If You Have…
- Relevant certifications (RHCE/LPIC, Microsoft Certified: Azure/Windows Server, PostgreSQL certification).
- Experience with cloud platforms (AWS, Azure) and hybrid architectures (Entra, Intune).
- Familiarity with containerization (Docker) and orchestration (Kubernetes).
- Familiarity with virtualization platforms (Proxmox)
- Experience with remote profile management (FSLogix), session brokering, or VDI platforms.