Sr. Systems Administrator

Chicago, IL - USA

Monthly Salary: Not Disclosed

Posted on: 1 hour ago

Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

Position: Sr. Systems Administrator

Duration: 3-6 month Contract To Hire

Location: Chicago IL (Hybrid)

Job Details:

The Senior System Administrator will be responsible for the administration maintenance and support of the enterprises Azure cloud environment alongside on-premises Windows operating systems and related infrastructure components such as DNS. This role demands deep expertise in managing Windows servers Azure resources and core Azure network services to ensure high availability security and optimal system performance across hybrid environments.

Key Responsibilities

Administer and maintain Windows Server environments including Active Directory Group Policy and system updates/patching.
Manage Azure infrastructure and services including virtual machines networking and storage accounts.
Configure troubleshoot and optimize Domain Name System (DNS) services across both on-premises and Azure environments.
Monitor system health performance and security proactively addressing issues to minimize downtime.
Implement and enforce security best practices including identity management access control and patch management.
Automate routine tasks using PowerShell and Azure CLI to improve operational efficiency.
Collaborate with network security and architect teams to ensure seamless integration and compliance.
Manage backup disaster recovery and business continuity plans for Windows and Azure systems.
Participate in planning and executing system upgrades migrations and cloud adoption initiatives.
Provide tier 2 and tier 3 support for escalated technical issues related to Windows and Azure environments.
Maintain detailed documentation of systems configurations procedures and infrastructure changes.

Required:

Bachelors degree in Computer Science Information Systems or related field or equivalent experience.
Microsoft Certified: Azure Administrator Associate or similar certifications.
5 years of system administration experience with a strong focus on Windows Server OS.
Hands-on experience managing Azure cloud environments and services.
Strong DNS administration skills for both Windows DNS and Azure DNS.
Proficiency with scripting and automation using PowerShell and/or Azure CLI.
Solid understanding of Active Directory and Group Policy management.
Experience with monitoring and alerting tools for system and cloud infrastructure.
Knowledge of hybrid cloud environments and integration strategies.
Experience with backup and disaster recovery technologies.

Position: Sr. Systems Administrator Duration: 3-6 month Contract To Hire Location: Chicago IL (Hybrid) Job Details: The Senior System Administrator will be responsible for the administration maintenance and support of the enterprises Azure cloud environment alongside on-premises Windows operati...