Windows Server System Administrator

Job Description:

Short Description:

The Client is seeking an experienced Senior Windows Server System Administrator to design, implement, and maintain their enterprise Windows server infrastructure.

Complete Description: Position Overview

We are seeking an experienced Senior Windows Server System Administrator to design, implement, and maintain our enterprise Windows server infrastructure. This role requires deep technical expertise in Windows Server technologies and a proven track record of managing complex enterprise environments.

Core Responsibilities

Design, implement, and maintain Windows Server infrastructure, including Active Directory, DNS, DHCP, and Group Policy

Lead the planning and execution of server upgrades, patches, and maintenance activities

Manage and optimize virtualization platforms (Hyper-V/VMware) and cloud infrastructure (Azure/AWS)

Implement and maintain backup and disaster recovery solutions

Monitor system performance and capacity planning

Develop and maintain documentation for systems, processes, and procedures

Provide escalated technical support and troubleshooting

Mentor junior system administrators and provide technical guidance

Participate in on-call rotation for critical system support

Technical Requirements

Required Skills

7+ years of experience administering Windows Server environments (2016/2019/2022)

Expert knowledge of Active Directory, Group Policy, DNS, and DHCP

Strong experience with virtualization technologies (Hyper-V and/or VMware)

Proven experience with backup and disaster recovery solutions

Experience with PowerShell scripting and automation

Knowledge of networking concepts (TCP/IP, routing, firewalls)

Experience with monitoring tools and performance optimization

Microsoft certifications (MCSE, MCSA, or newer role-based certifications)

Experience with cloud platforms (Azure or AWS)

Knowledge of configuration management tools (SCCM, Ansible)

Experience with container technologies (Docker, Kubernetes)

Familiarity with DevOps practices and tools

Experience with security compliance frameworks HIPAA

Preferred Skills

Leadership & Soft Skills

Strong problem-solving and analytical abilities

Excellent written and verbal communication skills

Ability to manage multiple projects and priorities

Experience leading technical initiatives and mentoring junior staff

Strong documentation and process development skills

Ability to work effectively with cross-functional teams

Education

Bachelor’s degree in computer science, Information Technology, or related field

Advanced technical certifications preferred

CONTRACT JOB DESCRIPTION Responsibilities:

Demonstrates expertise in conveying technical and functional concepts for a specific technical specialty.

Identifies improvements to project standards to achieve high quality services/products.

Identifies best practices and standards for the use of the product.

Delivers support and design for industry specific technologies that require integration with systems or networks.

Interacts with executive level business users or technical experts.

Functions as a niche technical SME.

Lead experience with technical expertise across large, complex implementations for systems.

Minimum Education/Certification Requirements: Bachelor’s degree in IT or related field or equivalent experience

Skills:

· Experience administering Windows Server environments (2016/2019/2022). Required 7 Years

· Expert knowledge of Active Directory, Group Policy, DNS, and DHCP. Required 7 Years

· Strong experience with virtualization technologies (Hyper-V and/or VMware)

Required 7 Years

· Proven experience with backup and disaster recovery solutions. Required 7 Years

· Experience with PowerShell scripting and automation. Required 7 Years

· Knowledge of networking concepts (TCP/IP, routing, firewalls). Required 7 Years

· Experience with monitoring tools and performance optimization. Required 7 Years

· Experience with cloud platforms (Azure or AWS). Required 7 Years

· Knowledge of configuration management tools (SCCM, Ansible). Required 7 Years

· 16+ yrs. preparing complex technical documentation. Required 16 Years

· 16+ yrs. conveying technical and functional concepts for a specific technical specialty

Required 16 Years

· Bachelor’s degree in IT or related field or equivalent experience. Required

· Microsoft certifications (MCSE, MCSA, or newer role-based certifications)

Highly desired