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7 results for Systems Administrator in Schaumburg, IL

Systems Administrator
  • Chicago, IL
  • remote
  • Temporary / Contract
  • 47.5 - 55 USD / Hourly
  • We are looking for an experienced Systems Administrator to support and enhance a cloud-focused infrastructure environment in Chicago, Illinois. This Long-term Contract position is ideal for a detail-oriented individual who excels in Microsoft Azure administration, Windows Server support, and identity management while delivering dependable service across distributed teams. The role will focus on maintaining secure, high-performing systems, resolving technical issues, and contributing to infrastructure improvements that strengthen day-to-day operations.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Oversee the health, availability, and maintenance of Microsoft Azure environments, ensuring cloud resources remain secure, stable, and optimized.<br>• Provision, configure, and manage core Azure components such as virtual machines, storage services, and virtual networks to meet operational needs.<br>• Perform routine administration for Windows Server platforms hosted in Azure, including legacy and current versions used across the environment.<br>• Administer identity and access services through Microsoft Entra ID, Active Directory, and Group Policy, including user provisioning and permissions management.<br>• Investigate and resolve infrastructure, operating system, application, and connectivity issues while providing advanced support for escalated service requests and incidents.<br>• Contribute to backup, disaster recovery, and business continuity activities to help protect systems and support recovery readiness.<br>• Assist with cloud infrastructure initiatives, including modernization efforts and migration-related tasks, as part of broader technology projects.<br>• Create and maintain clear technical documentation, operational procedures, and support materials for infrastructure services.<br>• Participate in on-call support as needed and collaborate with IT teams and business stakeholders serving users across multiple time zones.<br>• Identify opportunities to improve monitoring, automation, system performance, and operational processes, including support for PowerShell-based scripting efforts.
  • 2026-09-04T00:00:00Z
Systems Engineer
  • Barrington, IL
  • onsite
  • Temporary / Contract
  • 45 - 55 USD / Hourly
  • We are looking for an experienced Systems Engineer to support enterprise infrastructure initiatives in Deer Park, Illinois. This Long-term Contract opportunity is ideal for a detail-oriented candidate who can manage large Windows-based environments, maintain reliable system performance, and contribute to data center operations in a complex setting. The role requires strong technical depth across server administration, identity services, virtualization, and core infrastructure platforms.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Lead large-scale Windows server migration efforts, including transitions from VMware environments to Hyper-V across extensive server estates.<br>• Administer and maintain Windows Server platforms, Active Directory services, Azure Active Directory, Group Policy, and related enterprise system configurations.<br>• Support deployment, installation, and expansion activities within the data center while helping ensure stable operations and limited service interruption.<br>• Manage and troubleshoot enterprise server hardware, Cisco-based infrastructure components, and Pure Storage solutions within production environments.<br>• Coordinate system cutovers, infrastructure changes, and implementation tasks in partnership with technical teams and project stakeholders.<br>• Investigate and resolve complex system issues by applying structured troubleshooting methods across server, virtualization, and infrastructure layers.<br>• Create and maintain clear technical documentation covering environment configurations, procedures, and project-related updates.<br>• Provide operational support for core Microsoft technologies, including Exchange and Citrix-related environments, as needed within the broader infrastructure landscape.
  • 2026-09-01T00:00:00Z
Process & Systems Analyst
  • Chicago, IL
  • onsite
  • Permanent / Full Time
  • 90000 - 120000 USD / Yearly
  • <p><em>The salary range for this position is $90,000 - $120,000 plus bonus, and it comes with benefits, including medical, vision, dental, life, and disability insurance. To apply to this hybrid role please send your resume to [email protected].</em></p><p><br></p><p><strong>Job Description:</strong></p><ul><li>Lead structured Kaizen cycles focused on throughput, quality and risk reduction.</li><li>Apply relevant Process Management tools (e.g. Lean/Six Sigma tools such as VSM (Value Stream Mapping), SIPOC (Supplier, Input, Process, Output, Customer), 5 Whys, Ishikawa).</li><li>Perform process mining and time‑and‑motion analysis.</li><li>Identify root causes of rework, delays, documentation errors and funding bottlenecks.</li><li>Design and develop To‑Be processes including clear role definitions, handoffs, and service-level expectations. As minimum expected is inclusion of RACI (Responsible, Accountable, Consulted, Informed), SLAs and control points.</li><li>Analyze and document current (“as-is”) processes across all functions – e.g. origination, credit, operations, funding/treasury, and portfolio management.</li><li>Identify inefficiencies (benchmarking against other countries in the network, against the market), bottlenecks, error drivers, and compliance-related risks.</li><li>Support the creation and maintenance of standard operating procedures (SOPs), process maps, and work instructions.</li><li>Serve as the primary process interface between functions (e.g., IT, Risk, Operations, Finance).</li><li>Align process and system requirements with Group standards while ensuring local regulatory and operational needs are met.</li><li>Facilitate cross-functional workshops to align stakeholders on process changes, implementation steps, and responsibilities.</li><li>Translate business requirements into structured change requests for HQ IT teams, or external local providers.</li><li>Define functional requirements, expected outcomes, dependencies, acceptance criteria, and test scenarios.</li><li>Support prioritization of change requests and maintain transparency on timelines and delivery status.</li><li>Coordinate user acceptance testing (UAT) with local teams and document test results.</li><li>Ensure system enhancements support process design, reporting, compliance, and operational efficiency.</li><li>Monitor performance of external systems and service quality, maintaining communication and coordination with external providers (if such).</li><li>Translate gaps into OCR (Optical Character Recognition)/RPA (Robotic Process Automation) and workflow opportunities.</li><li>Build business cases with ROI and risk impact.</li><li>Define data quality rules and reporting requirements</li><li>Monitor and supervise process implementation across teams, ensuring adoption and operational consistency.</li><li>Track and manage implementation progress, risks, open issues, and mitigation actions.</li></ul><p><br></p>
  • 2026-08-18T00:00:00Z
Payroll Administrator
  • Wheaton, IL
  • onsite
  • Permanent / Full Time
  • 80000 - 85000 USD / Yearly
  • <p><em>The salary range for this position is $80,000-85,000 plus bonus, and it comes with benefits, including medical, vision, dental, life, and disability insurance. To apply to this hybrid role please send your resume to [email protected].</em></p><p><br></p><p><strong><u>Key Responsibilities </u></strong></p><p>The Payroll Administrator is responsible for assisting the Payroll Operations Manager with all aspects of payroll for First Trust Portfolios and their domestic and international affiliates.<strong>                                   </strong></p><ul><li>Assist in processing the full payroll cycle for all entities including data input, transmission, auditing, reporting, balancing, and reconciliation.</li><li>Prepare regular reports such as quarterly 401k matching, benefit billing summaries, and overtime</li><li>Manage state-specific tax/insurance reporting and billing.</li><li>Partner with internal Tax and Accounting departments for payroll account and G/L reconciliations, and regular reporting</li><li>Provide information to third-parties including vendors and audit teams</li><li>Answer manager and employee questions, and resolve payroll issues</li><li>Maintain employee payroll files</li></ul><p><strong> </strong></p>
  • 2026-09-04T00:00:00Z
Payroll Administrator
  • Wheaton, IL
  • onsite
  • Permanent / Full Time
  • 80000 - 85000 USD / Yearly
  • <p><em>The salary range for this position is $80,000-$85,000 plus bonus, and it comes with benefits, including medical, vision, dental, life, and disability insurance. To apply to this hybrid role please send your resume to [email protected].</em></p><p><br></p><p>The #1 thing on everyone&#39;s mind right now: ‘Where can I find a fresh start?’. NOTE: This position is a career-fast-track opportunity. Whoever fills this role is expected to be promoted quickly. </p><p><br></p><p><strong><u>Key Responsibilities </u></strong></p><p>The Payroll Administrator is responsible for assisting the Payroll Operations Manager with all aspects of payroll for First Trust Portfolios and their domestic and international affiliates.</p><p><strong> </strong></p><p><strong>Key </strong></p><p><strong>Responsibilities                                         </strong></p><ul><li>Assist in processing the full payroll cycle for all entities including data input, transmission, auditing, reporting, balancing, and reconciliation.</li><li>Prepare regular reports such as quarterly 401k matching, benefit billing summaries, and overtime</li><li>Manage state-specific tax/insurance reporting and billing.</li><li>Partner with internal Tax and Accounting departments for payroll account and G/L reconciliations, and regular reporting</li><li>Provide information to third-parties including vendors and audit teams</li><li>Answer manager and employee questions, and resolve payroll issues</li><li>Maintain employee payroll files</li></ul><p><br></p><p><strong> </strong></p>
  • 2026-08-25T00:00:00Z
Payroll Administrator
  • Chicago, IL
  • onsite
  • Permanent / Full Time
  • 85000 - 105000 USD / Yearly
  • <p><em>The salary range for this position is $85,000 - $105,000 plus bonus, and it comes with benefits, including medical, vision, dental, life, and disability insurance. To apply to this hybrid role please send your resume to [email protected].</em></p><p><br></p><p><strong>Essential Duties and Responsibilities:</strong></p><p>·        Prepare and process payroll for exempt and non-exempt multi-state employees across all entities</p><p>·        Calculating commission payments</p><p>·        Efficiently perform all necessary functions to process in-house payroll in a timely fashion. This includes but is not limited to analyzing, preparing, and submitting payroll data for all employees, benefit deductions, and tax withholdings</p><p>·        Administer and evaluate timesheets and resolve any timesheet discrepancies</p><p>·        Respond to employee inquiries regarding paychecks, payroll practices and procedures</p><p>·        Resolve payroll issues</p><p>·        Uphold payroll policies to staff</p><p>·        Process quarterly, fiscal and calendar year-end reports and assist with fiscal year-end accruals for general ledger posting</p><p>·        Plan direct, and coordinate payroll activities and resources to ensure payroll deliverables are completed on time and within budget</p>
  • 2026-09-04T00:00:00Z
Network Architect
  • Chicago, IL
  • onsite
  • Permanent / Full Time
  • 130000 - 150000 USD / Yearly
  • Senior Healthcare IT Infrastructure Engineer responsible for secure, HIPAA-compliant infrastructure across network, Microsoft 365/Azure/Entra, endpoints, cybersecurity, and clinical systems. Serves as the senior technical escalation point while supporting healthcare compliance, PHI protection, and infrastructure reliability.
  • 2026-08-28T00:00:00Z