IT SYSTEMS SPECIALIST

POSITION SUMMARY

The IT Systems Specialist provides day-to-day administration, maintenance, and support of the company’s technology environment, ensuring system reliability, data integrity, and user productivity.  This role combines infrastructure and network management with moderate SQL database support, Microsoft 365 administration, and user assistance for core business systems such as Dynamics 365 Finance & Supply Chain (D365).  It is ideal for a hands-on IT professional who is comfortable managing servers, networks, SQL databases, and user systems in a manufacturing setting.

REQUIRED RESPONSIBILITIES:

Systems & Network Administration

• Provide Tier 1–2 support for end users (hardware, software, printers, connectivity).
• Maintain network infrastructure (firewalls, switches, VLANs, Wi-Fi, VPN).
• Manage Windows Desktop and Server environments, Active Directory, and Group Policies.
• Administer Microsoft 365 (Exchange, Teams, SharePoint, OneDrive, security groups).
• Maintain virtual computing environment.
• Oversee system backups, patch management, antivirus, and endpoint protection.
• Coordinate with Managed Service Providers (MSPs) for advanced issues.

SQL & Data Administration

• Monitor and maintain company SQL databases supporting D365, Power BI, and internal tools.
• Perform regular database backups, restores, and indexing for performance optimization.
• Write or edit moderate T-SQL queries and stored procedures for troubleshooting and reporting.
• Assist with data migrations, imports, and integration jobs.
• Work with Finance & Systems leadership to ensure data reliability and security.

IT Operations & Projects

• Maintain IT asset inventory, licensing, and warranty tracking.
• Support facility technology (security cameras, badge access, time clocks, label printers).
• Document IT systems, procedures, and recovery processes.
• Participate in infrastructure upgrades and system improvement projects.
• Support connectivity and operation of manufacturing systems and software.
• Coordinate with vendors to ensure secure and reliable operation.

Additional job duties as assigned.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• Minimum 4-years work experience in IT support or systems administration.
• Experience with Windows Desktop and Server, Active Directory, and Microsoft 365 administration.
• Working knowledge of SQL Server (backups, performance tuning, and query writing).
• Understanding of D365 or other ERP system integrations preferred.
• Working knowledge of a virtual infrastructure platform (VMWare, Hyper-V, Citrix, Nutanix).
• Strong network fundamentals (DNS, DHCP, VLANs, firewalls, VPNs).
• Excellent troubleshooting, documentation, and communication skills.
• Certifications such as CompTIA Network , MCSA, or SQL-related credentials are a plus.
• Must be able to handle confidential information in an appropriate manner.
• Excellent written and oral communication, and interpersonal skills.

REQUIRED EDUCATION:

• Minimum education: Associate’s Degree in Information Technology, Computer Science, or related field.

ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS:

• Will occasionally/frequently stand, walk, sit, use both hands, and carry/lift to 50 lbs.
• Responsibilities sometimes require installation/lifting of heavy equipment and use of/climbing ladders.
• This is a full-time position located at our Camarillo facility, Monday through Friday, 8am to 5pm. Additional hours, including possible evenings/weekends, as required. 
• We are ITAR Registered (International-Traffic-In-Arms-Regulations). Hired candidate must be a US Citizen or Lawful Permanent Resident.

Pay Range: $40 to $50 per hour.

ADVANCED Motion Controls considers several factors when extending an offer of employment, including but not limited to: the candidate’s education/training, work experience, knowledge, skills and abilities, responsibilities of the position, internal pay equity, as well as market and business considerations.

ADVANCED Motion Controls prohibits discrimination or harassment based on the following categories: race, color, religion, religious creed (including religious dress and grooming practices), national origin, ancestry, citizenship, physical or mental disability, medical condition (including cancer and genetic characteristics), genetic information, marital status, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding, or related medical conditions), gender, gender identity, gender expression, age (40 years and over), sexual orientation, veteran and/or military status, protected medical leaves (requesting or approved for leave under the Family and Medical Leave Act or the California Family Rights Act), domestic violence victim status, political affiliation, and any other status protected by state or federal law. ADVANCED Motion Controls is ITAR Registered (International Traffic In Arms Regulations). Any candidate we hire must be a US Citizen or Lawful Permanent Resident.

NOTE TO STAFFING AGENCIES AND RECRUITERS: Advanced Motion Controls does NOT accept unsolicited resumes from any external agency for the placement of any position. Unsolicited resumes submitted by agencies and received by Advanced Motion Controls will be considered the property of Advanced Motion Controls and may be contacted and engaged directly by Advanced Motion Controls, with no placement fee due. Advanced Motion Controls will NOT pay a placement fee or any other fees to any third-party agency, firm or recruiter who is not specifically retained with a signed fee agreement by Advanced Motion Controls’ Human Resources Manager and instructed to conduct a candidate search. Please do NOT forward unsolicited resumes to our website or to any Advanced Motion Controls employee. Advanced Motion Controls will NOT be responsible for any fees associated with unsolicited resumes.

Salary : $40 - $50