Server Ops

Job Title: Server Ops - Patch & Configuration Management Engineer
Job Location: Dallas TX
Job Type: Contract 12 months

Video screening followed by In-persone interview

Job Description:

This role focuses on managing securing and optimizing enterprise IT infrastructure through effective patching and configuration practices. The engineer is responsible for ensuring systems remain up-to-date compliant and protected against vulnerabilities by implementing robust patch management strategies across Windows and Linux environments.

The position involves administering core services such as Active Directory Group Policy DNS and DHCP while also handling system configuration using tools like SCCM Intune and Ansible. A strong emphasis is placed on automation with scripting in PowerShell or Python used to streamline operations and improve efficiency.

Additionally the role requires advanced troubleshooting across multiple platforms managing secure communications (TLS certificates) and collaborating with development teams using tools like Git and Azure DevOps. The engineer plays a key role in maintaining system performance enabling automation via APIs and contributing to organizational best practices through documentation and knowledge sharing.

Overall this is a highly technical cross-platform role suited for professionals with strong system administration automation and problem-solving expertise in enterprise environments.

Qualifications:
Proficiency in managing and configuring Windows Server 2016-2022 and Windows 10 11 environments.
Strong understanding of Active Directory Group Policy DNS DHCP and network services management.
Proficient in Red Hat Enterprise Linux (RHEL) administration.
Experience with Git GitHub and Azure DevOps pipelines.
Knowledge of Microsoft SCCM Azure Entra AD Intune and Auto Patch.
Familiarity with Ansible for configuration management.
Understanding of TLS certificates and secure communication protocols.
Excellent problem-solving skills and a deep understanding of troubleshooting techniques.
Ability to quickly learn new technologies and adapt to changing environments.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills with a collaborative spirit and a focus on knowledge sharing.
Familiarity with monitoring tools like Datadog.
Experience using REST APIs for automation.