Systems Administrator

Sentinel is looking for a Systems Administrator to assist one of our clients. The Systems Administrator is responsible for supporting and maintaining the organization’s core IT infrastructure, including network and server environments, enterprise applications, and physical security systems such as badge and door access control platforms. This role serves as a key escalation point for complex technical issues, providing advanced troubleshooting and resolution across multiple systems. This is a contract to hire role reporting onsite at our client location in Traverse City, MI.

• 5+ years of experience in a systems administrator role
• Strong experience with:
• Window Server and/or Linux Administration
• Network infrastructure and protocols (TCP/IP, DNS, DHCP, VPN)
• Virtualization technologies (VMware, Hyper-V)
• Active Directory and identity/ access management)
• Experience supporting physical security systems (badge/door access control)
• Knowledge of cybersecurity best practices and compliance frameworks (CMMC preferred)
• Experience with application administration and support
• Strong troubleshooting and analytical skills
• The candidate must have a car, as this position requires travel between location and the transportation of equipment
• A valid driver’s license and proof of vehicle insurance will be required
• Legally authorized to work in the US without sponsorship
• Must demonstrate a “can-do” attitude

We focus on candidates that display our “ACE” factor – Attitude, Compassion, and Enthusiasm to deliver quality solutions with exceptional customer service.

What you get:

We offer weekly competitive pay, medical, dental, vision, 401K and more.

MOTIVATED…..make IT happen!

Sentinel Technologies, Inc. has been rated a top workplace every year since 2012!

About Us:

Sentinel delivers solutions that can efficiently address a range of IT needs – from security, to communications, to systems & networks, to software applications, to cloud and managed services; all of which include our staffing solutions for our clients. Since 1982, Sentinel has grown from providing technology maintenance services to our current standing as one of the leading IT services and solutions provider in the US. We have aligned with many of today’s global technology leaders including Cisco, Dell, VMware and Microsoft. Sentinel services customers both nationally and internationally with primary support operating centers in Downers Grove (HQ), Chicago, and Springfield, IL; Phoenix, AZ.; Lansing, and Grand Rapids, MI; Milwaukee, WI; and Denver, CO.

If you are MOTIVATED… you can make IT happen at Sentinel. Our commitment to our employees is to create a work environment that encourages creativity, an entrepreneurial spirit, fosters growth through certification and hands-on training, and values a team-oriented culture with rewards based on impact!

If you share our passion about what technology can do and want to be part of a top workplace environment – we’d like to have you join our team. Learn more at

As part of Sentinel's employment process, candidates will be required to complete a background check. Only those who meet the minimum requirements will be contacted. No phone calls please.

Sentinel is proud to be an equal opportunity employer including disability and veterans. In accordance with Title VII and state regulations, all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, marital status, pregnancy, genetics, disability, military, veteran status or any other basis protected by law.

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