What are the responsibilities and job description for the IT Systems Administrator - Whitehall Area position at The Pivot Group?
IT Systems Administrator | Whitehall, MI
Salary Range: $75,000 - $114,000 depending on experience
Are you a dynamic leader with a passion for excelling in it systems administrator? The Pivot Group is dedicated to building meaningful connections and supporting community growth. We are collaborating with leading companies in Whitehall seeking experienced IT Systems Administrators to drive results.
The Opportunity
We are collaborating with multiple companies in Whitehall seeking experienced IT Systems Administrators. These organizations value long-term fit and are looking for professionals who bring both skill and alignment. By joining our network, you gain access to opportunities tailored to your goals.
Key Responsibilities
Systems Administrator, System Administrator, IT Administrator, Network Administrator, Server Administrator, Infrastructure Engineer, Cloud Administrator, IT Operations Engineer, DevOps Engineer, Site Reliability Engineer
Why Pivot Group
The Pivot Group was founded by manufacturing professionals who've been on both sides of the hiring process. Our clients are strategic—they partner with us because they want real insight into their roles and the people filling them, not a stack of resumes. We focus on match-driven placements built around what actually matters: Commute, Compensation, Culture, and Career trajectory.
If you're ready to take the next step in your career and connect with a firm that values fit over speed, we invite you to reach out. The Pivot Group offers resources to support your search—market insights, resume feedback, and interview preparation. As our partnerships grow, we'll reach out with opportunities aligned with your goals. Thank you for considering this approach to career advancement.
Salary Range: $75,000 - $114,000 depending on experience
Are you a dynamic leader with a passion for excelling in it systems administrator? The Pivot Group is dedicated to building meaningful connections and supporting community growth. We are collaborating with leading companies in Whitehall seeking experienced IT Systems Administrators to drive results.
The Opportunity
We are collaborating with multiple companies in Whitehall seeking experienced IT Systems Administrators. These organizations value long-term fit and are looking for professionals who bring both skill and alignment. By joining our network, you gain access to opportunities tailored to your goals.
Key Responsibilities
- Manage and maintain critical IT infrastructure (servers, networks, storage) supporting 24/7 manufacturing operations.
- Ensure high availability, performance, and reliability of production-critical applications like ERP, MES, and SCADA.
- Implement and manage comprehensive data backup, disaster recovery, and business continuity plans for manufacturing data.
- Administer and secure network infrastructure, including industrial networks (e.g., EtherNet/IP, Profinet) and wireless systems.
- Provide rapid troubleshooting and technical support for IT and OT systems to minimize production downtime.
- Develop, implement, and monitor cybersecurity measures for both corporate IT and operational technology (OT) environments.
- Monitor system health, performance, and capacity, proactively identifying and resolving issues before they impact production.
- Collaborate with manufacturing engineering and vendors on the integration and optimization of new industrial technologies.
- Experience managing Windows Server environments, Active Directory, and virtualization platforms (e.g., VMware, Hyper-V).
- Proficiency in network administration, including firewalls, VPNs, and industrial network protocols.
- Demonstrated ability to support and integrate manufacturing-specific systems such as SCADA, MES, or ERP platforms.
- Strong understanding of cybersecurity principles and best practices for critical infrastructure environments.
- Proven experience with backup, disaster recovery, and high-availability solutions to minimize production downtime.
- Experience with Operational Technology (OT) systems (SCADA, MES, PLCs).
- Familiarity with industrial networking protocols (e.g., Modbus, Profinet, EtherNet/IP).
- Understanding of IT/OT convergence and cybersecurity principles in manufacturing environments.
- Experience with manufacturing-specific ERP modules (e.g., SAP PP, Oracle Manufacturing).
Systems Administrator, System Administrator, IT Administrator, Network Administrator, Server Administrator, Infrastructure Engineer, Cloud Administrator, IT Operations Engineer, DevOps Engineer, Site Reliability Engineer
Why Pivot Group
The Pivot Group was founded by manufacturing professionals who've been on both sides of the hiring process. Our clients are strategic—they partner with us because they want real insight into their roles and the people filling them, not a stack of resumes. We focus on match-driven placements built around what actually matters: Commute, Compensation, Culture, and Career trajectory.
If you're ready to take the next step in your career and connect with a firm that values fit over speed, we invite you to reach out. The Pivot Group offers resources to support your search—market insights, resume feedback, and interview preparation. As our partnerships grow, we'll reach out with opportunities aligned with your goals. Thank you for considering this approach to career advancement.
Salary : $75,000 - $114,000