Windows Server Administrator

Title: Windows Server Administrator Location: Philadelphia, PA (local candidates only) Type: Contract-to-hire Our client is seeking a Windows Server Administrator for backup and storage solutions. You will be part of a high-performing team of administrators responsible for enterprise integrations across a variety of platforms. You will be instrumental in improving the customer / developer experience as it relates to consumption of Windows Server resources, whether via CI / CD pipelines or multi-cloud APIs. At least three (3) years of experience as a senior-level Windows System Administrator is required as well as expertise in the relevant technologies: Windows Server, VMware, PowerShell, SCCM, Azure, GCP, Pure Storage, CommVault, NetApp, and Rubrik. Key Accountabilities: Daily administration of Windows server environments Design, install, and configure windows servers both on-prem, in Azure, or in Google Cloud Platform (GCP) Support server OS and application deployments Support and manage enterprise backup solutions Support and manage enterprise storage solutions Maintain best practices and support procedures Adhere to policy and standards concerning server administration Administer and support VMware hypervisor Implement and maintain solutions and technologies that address cybersecurity issues Perform scheduled and ad hoc control / compliance validation Assess and audit compliance against the security policies and standards Improve and maintain monitoring, configuration management, and reporting functions Provide after-hours support for infrastructure weekend maintenance and related emergencies Maintain inventory and asset configuration documentation Interact with customers, management, and staff on a technical level, as required Serve as technical expert in Server systems administration and systems management Responsible for monitoring system performance, network, and storage utilization Provide support with escalated help desk requests via ServiceNow Improve / update new systems and deployment plans Create and maintain PowerShell scripts to improve operational efficiency Perform troubleshooting as needed and assist with problem-solving efforts involving other teams, partners, and outside vendors Requirements: Bachelor's degree in information technology, computer science, or software engineering, or equivalent knowledge acquired by work experience and training At least three (3) years of working experience as a senior-level Windows System Administrator Understanding of SCCM with advanced knowledge of patch management and OS deployment Experience and working knowledge of Active Directory and Azure Active Directory Proven experience working in highly collaborative environments Expert understanding of Windows server trends and best practices Expertise in securing systems, providing audit evidence, Cluster /HA, and standards implementation Expertise in managing storage solutions for VMware environments Expertise in managing enterprise backup solutions prt123 REQ-001361