<p>We are seeking a skilled <strong>Systems Administrator</strong> to support, maintain, and enhance enterprise infrastructure environments. This role is responsible for day-to-day administration of servers, systems, and related technologies, as well as troubleshooting issues, supporting end users, and ensuring reliable system performance. The ideal candidate has strong technical experience, a proactive mindset, and the ability to work across multiple infrastructure platforms.</p><p><br></p><p>Key Responsibilities</p><ul><li>Administer, maintain, and support physical and virtual server environments</li><li>Monitor system performance, availability, and security</li><li>Install, configure, patch, and upgrade operating systems and server applications</li><li>Troubleshoot hardware, software, and infrastructure issues in a timely manner</li><li>Manage user accounts, permissions, and access controls</li><li>Support Active Directory, group policies, file services, and related enterprise systems</li><li>Assist with backup, recovery, and disaster recovery processes</li><li>Maintain system documentation, procedures, and inventory records</li><li>Collaborate with network, security, cloud, and help desk teams to resolve issues and improve operations</li><li>Participate in on-call support or after-hours maintenance as needed</li></ul>
<p>Our client is seeking an experienced <strong>Infrastructure Security Engineer</strong> to support and secure a hybrid Microsoft environment spanning both on-premises and cloud platforms. This role is ideal for a hands-on professional with deep experience across traditional server and network infrastructure, along with responsibility for enterprise security tooling, threat monitoring, and ongoing security operations. The organization is currently in a hybrid state and actively transforming to a more cloud-centric environment, so this individual will play a key role in both day-to-day operational security and longer-term modernization efforts. Based on general knowledge.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>Key Responsibilities</strong></p><ul><li>Manage and secure core infrastructure, including servers, networks, firewalls, switches, VPNs, and related systems in a hybrid on-premises and cloud environment. Based on general knowledge.</li><li>Administer, maintain, and optimize security tools such as endpoint protection, vulnerability management, SIEM, email security, identity and access management, and monitoring platforms. Based on general knowledge.</li><li>Monitor infrastructure and security events, investigate alerts, respond to incidents, and support remediation efforts. Based on general knowledge.</li><li>Partner with infrastructure and leadership teams to strengthen security controls across Microsoft technologies, including Active Directory, Azure, Microsoft 365, and related platforms. Based on general knowledge.</li><li>Support the company’s transition from traditional on-premises infrastructure to cloud-based solutions by helping design and implement secure architectures and best practices. Based on general knowledge.</li><li>Perform vulnerability assessments, patch management coordination, system hardening, and access reviews across servers, endpoints, and network devices. Based on general knowledge.</li><li>Develop and maintain security documentation, standards, procedures, and incident response processes. Based on general knowledge.</li><li>Assist with compliance, audit readiness, and security improvement initiatives. Based on general knowledge.</li><li>Collaborate with internal teams and third-party vendors to ensure reliable infrastructure performance and effective security coverage. Based on general knowledge.</li></ul>
We are looking for an experienced Network Engineer to support enterprise networking and security initiatives in Schaumburg, Illinois. This Long-term Contract position focuses on designing, administering, and optimizing secure network environments across firewall, wireless, and cloud-managed platforms. The role requires a hands-on, detail-oriented individual who can strengthen connectivity, improve visibility, and help deliver infrastructure changes with minimal disruption.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Administer and enhance network security platforms using Fortinet solutions, including firewall, endpoint access, and analytics tools.<br>• Manage Aruba-based switching, wireless, and centralized management environments to maintain reliable campus and branch connectivity.<br>• Plan and execute secure connectivity updates, including IPsec-related changes, pilot deployments, and production implementations.<br>• Integrate network and security systems with identity services such as Active Directory and Entra ID to support controlled access.<br>• Oversee certificate usage and lifecycle processes to help maintain trusted authentication across network services.<br>• Monitor logs, generate operational reporting, and troubleshoot issues spanning firewalls, routing, wireless, and security infrastructure.<br>• Create and maintain technical documentation, including standard procedures, operational runbooks, and knowledge transfer materials.<br>• Collaborate with technical teams to support cloud-managed networking and security platforms while improving performance and resilience.
<p>Robert Half is seeking a Linux Systems & DevOps Engineer on behalf of our client in Madison, WI. This role is ideal for an infrastructure professional with experience in Linux administration, automation, CI/CD, container technologies, and networking. You'll help support and improve a modern infrastructure environment while driving operational efficiency through automation and engineering best practices.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>What You'll Do</strong></p><ul><li>Support and maintain Linux-based infrastructure and related platform services.</li><li>Design, build, and improve infrastructure automation using tools such as Ansible, PowerShell, and Python.</li><li>Build and maintain CI/CD pipelines and automated deployment processes.</li><li>Deploy, support, and troubleshoot containerized infrastructure platforms.</li><li>Configure and support network technologies including switching, routing, VLANs, VPNs, and firewalls.</li><li>Administer identity, access, and authentication services.</li><li>Monitor infrastructure health, performance, and availability while responding to operational issues.</li><li>Support Windows-based systems and services as needed.</li><li>Create and maintain technical documentation and operational procedures.</li><li>Collaborate with technical teams on infrastructure projects, upgrades, and troubleshooting efforts.</li><li>Participate in an on-call rotation and support scheduled maintenance activities.</li></ul><p><br></p>
We are looking for a Help Desk Analyst II to join a team in Illinois in a contract capacity with the potential for a permanent role. This role is ideal for someone who enjoys solving technical problems across end-user systems, network-connected devices, and core desktop environments while delivering dependable support to internal users. The position offers a hands-on opportunity to work across Level 1 and Level 2 support needs, troubleshoot a wide range of issues, and build experience in infrastructure, security, and day-to-day IT operations.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Provide front-line and second-level technical support for desktop systems, laptops, and end-user technology in both on-site and remote settings.<br>• Diagnose and resolve issues involving workstations, peripherals, wireless connectivity, printers, and other network-attached equipment.<br>• Support daily operations of network hardware by assisting with switches, routers, wireless access points, and related connectivity concerns.<br>• Manage service desk requests, document troubleshooting steps, and ensure timely follow-up through ticket resolution.<br>• Assist with user account support and routine administrative tasks within Active Directory and Windows-based environments.<br>• Help maintain secure and stable systems by supporting patching activities, endpoint protection tools, antivirus measures, and basic firewall-related tasks.<br>• Contribute to backup monitoring and support basic recovery procedures to help maintain business continuity.<br>• Escalate more complex technical incidents when needed while continuing to communicate clearly with users and internal IT teams.