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Systems Administrator

Actalent
Melbourne, FL Contractor
POSTED ON 5/1/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 7/1/2026

Infrastructure Systems Engineer

Overview

We’re seeking an experienced Infrastructure Systems Engineer to support and evolve a secure, enterprise IT environment. This role plays a key part in end-user computing, server and virtualization support, identity management, and infrastructure modernization—particularly within regulated or high‑security environments.


Key Responsibilities

  • Support Windows client deployment, configuration, maintenance, and troubleshooting for end users and standard peripherals
  • Administer and maintain Windows and Linux server environments in production
  • Manage, monitor, and troubleshoot virtualized environments (VMware or equivalent)
  • Support identity and access management using Active Directory and Entra ID, including authentication, access control, and policy enforcement
  • Operate within secure, compliance-driven environments (e.g., GCC High or regulated workloads)
  • Perform system monitoring, patching, vulnerability remediation, and routine maintenance
  • Act as an escalation point for complex or critical technical issues
  • Assist with infrastructure upgrades, migrations, and modernization efforts
  • Collaborate with teams on system architecture, design decisions, and security hardening
  • Document systems, configurations, procedures, and operational standards
  • Ensure adherence to security best practices and compliance requirements

Required Qualifications

  • Bachelor’s degree in Computer Engineering, Computer Science, IT Security, or a related field and 8–12 years of relevant experience (or equivalent hands-on experience)
  • Strong expertise in Windows and Linux operating systems within enterprise environments
  • Experience supporting virtualization platforms (VMware vSphere, Horizon VDI, or similar)
  • Experience working in enterprise network and security environments
  • Working knowledge of secure or regulated environments (GCC High, government, defense, HIPAA, RMF, CMMC, NIST, etc.)
  • Strong understanding of Active Directory and Entra ID, including authentication, Group Policy, and identity lifecycle management
  • Experience supporting hybrid infrastructure environments (on‑prem and cloud)
  • Solid understanding of networking fundamentals (TCP/IP, DNS, DHCP, routing, VPNs)
  • Experience with scripting or automation (PowerShell, Python, or similar)
  • Ability to independently manage infrastructure implementation, maintenance, and escalation‑level troubleshooting
  • Strong analytical and problem‑solving skills across systems, networking, and applications

Preferred (Nice to Have)

  • Experience with Microsoft Azure, GCC High, or hybrid government cloud environments
  • Familiarity with Microsoft 365 administration (Exchange Online, SharePoint, Power Platform)
  • Exposure to endpoint management tools such as Intune or PDQ Deploy
  • Experience with infrastructure‑as‑code or configuration management tools (Ansible, Chef, etc.)
  • Experience supporting multi‑site or geographically distributed environments

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract position based out of Melbourne, FL.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $45.00 - $57.69/hr.

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following:
Medical, dental & vision
Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital
401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available
Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)
Short and long-term disability
Health Spending Account (HSA)
Transportation benefits
Employee Assistance Program
Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Melbourne,FL.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on May 14, 2026.

Diversity, Equity & Inclusion

At Actalent, diversity and inclusion are a bridge towards the equity and success of our people. DE&I is embedded into our culture through:

  • Hiring diverse talent
  • Maintaining an inclusive environment through persistent self-reflection
  • Building a culture of care, engagement, and recognition with clear outcomes
  • Ensuring growth opportunities for our people

Actalent is an equal opportunity employer.

About Actalent

Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services. For more than 40 years, we’ve helped visionary companies advance their goals. Headquartered in the United States, our teams span 150 offices across North America, EMEA, and APAC—with four delivery centers in India led by 1,000 extraordinary employees who connect their passion with purpose every day.

Our Bangalore, Hyderabad, Pune, and Chennai delivery centers are hubs of engineering expertise, with core capabilities in mechanical and electrical engineering, systems and software, and manufacturing engineering. Our teams deliver work across multiple industries including transportation, consumer and industrial products, and life sciences. We serve more than 4,500 clients, including many Fortune 500 brands. Learn more about how we can work together at actalentservices.com.

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