Senior Sys Admin

Join an organization as a Senior System Administrator in a full-time role overseeing the Corporate IT Team with a strong focus on Microsoft cloud technologies. You'll be responsible for managing and maintaining IT systems including Azure, M365, cloud virtualization, Intune/Autopilot, office infrastructure and other third-party applications. This role combines technical expertise with team coordination, ensuring seamless communication and optimizing team performance to meet organizational technological needs. You'll play a pivotal role in maintaining and enhancing system efficiency and security while providing technical guidance and support to team members.

This is an exceptional opportunity for a seasoned Microsoft cloud professional to take on a leadership role that balances hands-on technical work with team oversight. You'll have the autonomy to drive automation initiatives, implement security best practices, and shape the technical direction of the Corporate IT Team. The role offers significant variety, from managing Azure and M365 environments to developing automation workflows and maintaining compliance with industry standards like HIPAA, GDPR, PCI DSS, NIST, and SOC2. You'll work with cutting-edge technologies including ServiceNow development, Meraki infrastructure, and advanced security tools like SIEM, EDR, and Purview. This isn't just a technical role but a strategic position where you'll identify opportunities for process improvement, mentor junior team members, and collaborate across departments to drive organizational success. The position offers the chance to make a real impact by streamlining operations through automation while ensuring robust security and compliance posture.

Required Skills & Experience

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or related field (or equivalent experience)

• Minimum 5 years of experience in system administration with focus on Microsoft Cloud technologies

• Strong proficiency managing Windows Server, Entra (Azure AD), Exchange, and Microsoft 365 environments

• High level of experience with automation tools and scripting languages such as PowerShell, Python, or Ansible

• Proficient with common networking concepts and protocols including TCP/IP, DNS, DHCP, and VLANs

• Knowledge of security best practices and experience implementing security controls for Microsoft-based systems

• Experience with Azure cloud environments and services

• Understanding of Intune and Autopilot device management

• Excellent problem-solving skills and ability to troubleshoot complex technical issues

• Strong communication and interpersonal skills with ability to work effectively in team environment

• Experience coordinating team efforts and providing technical guidance

Desired Skills & Experience

• Microsoft Certified: Azure Administrator Associate

• Microsoft Certified: Azure Solutions Architect Expert

• Microsoft Certified: Azure Security Engineer Associate

• CompTIA Security+ certification

• ITIL Foundation certification

• ServiceNow System Administrator certification

• Cisco certifications

• Experience with OpenShift or OpenStack environments

• ServiceNow development experience with JavaScript

• Experience with Meraki infrastructure

• SIEM and EDR platform experience

• Microsoft Purview knowledge

• Experience with HIPAA, GDPR, PCI DSS, NIST, and SOC2 compliance frameworks

• Configuration management solutions experience

• Security audit and vulnerability assessment experience

What You Will Be Doing

Tech Breakdown

• 35% Microsoft Cloud Administration (Azure, M365, Entra, Exchange)

• 25% Automation & Scripting (PowerShell, Python, workflow development)

• 20% Security & Compliance (SIEM, EDR, Purview, audits, policies)

• 20% Team Leadership & Infrastructure (coordination, guidance, on-premises systems)

Daily Responsibilities

• 45% Hands-On System Administration (cloud management, troubleshooting, optimization)

• 30% Automation & Development (scripting, ServiceNow, process improvement)

• 25% Team Coordination & Security (guidance, compliance, documentation, training)