Systems Administrator

Join us as a Systems Administrator and become the architect of a secure and high-performing environment. You’ll oversee organization-wide systems, monitor critical infrastructure, and apply patches that keep our technology resilient. With expertise spanning VMware, Tanium, Intune, mobile device management, and disaster recovery, you’ll ensure our operations stay smooth and future-ready. This role is equal parts strategist, troubleshooter, and innovator – perfect for someone who loves building systems that stand the test of time. 

Veterans, we encourage you to apply! Your IT leadership and passion for service and systems are valued!

We offer generous medical and leave benefits, support continuing education and professional development, and provide flexible scheduling and remote work. Come and grow your career in this fun, friendly and fast-paced environment! 

** All employees must reside in NC**

 Responsibilities: 

• Manages organization-wide Microsoft/Linux environment and applications; monitors and maintains systems
• Configures and manages mobile device inventory and back-end infrastructure; configures and adds new services as necessary
• Audits and manages systems by monitoring logs, servers, and appliances
• Applies system patches and upgrades to ensure security and create new features; researches, reviews, and recommends innovative automated approaches for system administration tasks
• Manages backup and recovery solutions
• Troubleshoots issues by providing Tier 3 support for the computing services team
• Analyzes the health and performance of virtual servers and their resources inside VMware for vCenter and vCenter Operations Manager
• Manages SAN environment, including the creation, configuration, and implementation of virtual servers
• Maintains and configures all aspects within the Active Directory environment

 Requirements: 

• Associate’s degree and 4 years’ experience
• MCSE Server Infrastructure, VMware, and EMC certifications preferred
• Knowledge of desktop and server operating systems such as Microsoft, Linux and Mac OS within an enterprise environment
• Knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite products
• Knowledge of SCCM architecture, configuration, and administration
• Knowledge and experience regarding infrastructure monitoring solutions
   Knowledge and understanding of desktop and server hardware, software, and virtualization utilizing VMware
• Knowledge of backup/disaster recovery hardware, software, policies, and procedures
• Knowledge and understanding of Active Directory & related technologies (DNS, Group Policies, etc.)
• Knowledge of various methods and approaches to troubleshooting and problem resolution
• Knowledge of mobile devices and their configuration/management within an enterprise environment
• Ability to plan, organize and document complex system design activities and to configure systems to be consistent with institutional policies/procedures
• Ability to communicate technical/complex information both verbally and in writing
• Ability to participate in setting strategic environment goals
• Ability to train users in applications and operating system fundamentals and to write basic documentation
• Ability to establish processes and automate them to track and implement system solutions

Hiring Rate: $83,389 (this exempt position will be filled at or near the posted salary)

Closing Date: August 11, 2026

About the North Carolina Education Lottery

We raise money for a great cause! All of the earnings of the North Carolina Education Lottery go to education. We award on average $10 million a day in prizes. To learn more, visit our website www.nclottery.com.  

At the North Carolina Education Lottery, we deal with winners every day: our employees! We offer competitive pay and benefits, flexible schedules, professional development opportunities, casual attire, open communication, and a fun work environment. 

All employees of the Lottery are expected to support the organization's values (honesty, respect, integrity, and trust) and its commitment to corporate social responsibility (including responsible gaming, environmental awareness, community involvement, etc).

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