Our client is seeking a Senior Systems Administrator to oversee and maintain the organization’s IT infrastructure, spanning servers, storage, virtual networks, and enterprise applications. This hands-on, high-impact role is ideal for a well-rounded technologist who thrives in smaller environments and enjoys working across multiple domains—cloud, on-premises, and user support. This contract-to-hire role is primarily onsite, with compensation of up to $75/hr., based on experience.
Responsibilities
- Install, configure, and maintain physical and virtual infrastructure, including Windows Servers, firewalls, and enterprise applications.
- Manage Active Directory, DNS, DHCP, and domain services across Windows Server environments (2012R2–2019).
- Oversee virtualized environments (Hyper-V clustering, VMware) and storage systems (Dell EMC / NetApp).
- Administer and secure Microsoft 365, Exchange Online, and related compliance solutions.
- Support end-user devices in a Windows 10–11 domain environment.
- Implement and monitor backup and recovery systems using Veeam.
- Maintain network infrastructure including firewalls, switches, and VPNs.
- Provide technical leadership and guidance to 1–2 team members.
- Resolve IT service requests and contribute to process improvements, audits, and infrastructure projects.
Requirements
- 5+ years of experience managing Windows Server and virtual network environments.
- 5+ years administering storage solutions and network hardware.
- 2–3 years of hands-on experience with Microsoft 365, Hyper-V, and cloud platforms.
- Prior experience supervising or mentoring small technical teams.
- Bachelor’s degree in IT or related field, or equivalent professional experience.
- Strong troubleshooting, communication, and project management abilities.
- Proven success in smaller organizations (<100 employees) preferred.
- Windows Server, Active Directory, DNS, DHCP
- Hyper-V, VMware
- Dell EMC / NetApp storage
- Microsoft 365 / Exchange Online
- Firewalls, switches, VPNs
- Veeam, PowerShell, Microsoft SQL Server
- Linux, Zoom Phone Systems, Adobe Creative Cloud, Carbon Black / Trellix AV
