Windows Infrastructure Engineer

Job Title: Systems Administrator (Manufacturing / MES Environment)Location: Los Angeles, CaliforniaDuration: 6–12+ MonthsRole OverviewWe are seeking an experienced Systems Administrator to support a 24/7 manufacturing IT environment. This role is responsible for managing and maintaining the full IT infrastructure stack, including hardware, virtualization, core services, and application delivery platforms. The ideal candidate will have strong experience in production environments and exposure to MES-supported systems.• Backup & Disaster Recovery• Infrastructure Management (VMware & Cisco UCS)• Core Systems Administration (Microsoft Stack)• Application Delivery (Citrix)• MES Platform Support• Compliance & DocumentationRequired Qualifications• Experience5+ years of systems administration experience in a manufacturing or production environmentExperience supporting MES platforms (e.g., Siemens, Emerson) preferred• Technical SkillsBackup & Storage: Veeam, Commvault, Avamar; SAN/NAS/Cloud storageVirtualization & Hardware: VMware vSphere, ESXi, vCenter, Cisco UCSMicrosoft Technologies: Windows Server, Active Directory, GPO, DNS, DHCPCitrix: Virtual Apps/Desktops administrationNetworking: Cisco switches (Layer 2/3), VLANs, Wireless APs, basic voice/network troubleshooting• Soft SkillsStrong analytical and troubleshooting abilitiesExcellent communication and documentation skillsDetail-oriented with a proactive approachAbility to handle critical production environments and mentor junior team members