SYSTEM ADMINISTRATOR IIPOSITION OBJECTIVELead the design, operation, and database administration, and improvement of hybrid infrastructure environments, including Azure and on-premises systems.
Ensure performance, reliability, and compliance of core IT services.
Provide technical leadership in system architecture, automation, and disaster recovery implementation.
MAJOR AREAS OF ACCOUNTABILITY - Cloud Architecture and Optimization: Design, implement, and optimize Azure cloud infrastructure.
- SQL Database Administration: Design, maintain, and optimize SQL Server and Azure SQL databases, ensuring availability, performance, and security.
- System Administration: Manage Windows Server environments, Active Directory, and core infrastructure components.
- Automation and Scripting: Develop and maintain advanced PowerShell scripts or automation pipelines for deployment and monitoring.
- Backup and Disaster Recovery: Design and manage backup and DR strategies using Azure Site Recovery, Veeam, or similar solutions.
- Security and Compliance: Enforce system hardening, patch management, and access control in alignment with IT security standards.
- Performance and Monitoring: Oversee system monitoring tools, analyze trends, and recommend proactive improvements.
- Project Leadership: Lead IT infrastructure and cloud migration projects, ensuring smooth integration and minimal downtime.
- Mentoring: Provide guidance and training to junior administrators.
- Vendor and Contract Management: Coordinate with vendors and manage technical support contracts.
- Other Duties: Execute advanced technical assignments and strategic IT initiatives as directed by management.
TECHNICAL JOB CRITERIA- Minimum 5 years of experience in system or cloud administration, including at least 2 years with Azure environments.
- Deep expertise in Microsoft Azure administration and hybrid environment integration.
- Proficiency in SQL Server administration, performance tuning, and T-SQL scripting.
- Strong proficiency in Windows Server, Active Directory, Group Policy, and identity management.
- Advanced PowerShell scripting and automation development.
- Solid understanding of backup, disaster recovery, and high availability configurations.
- Familiarity with virtualization (VMware or Hyper-V) and network fundamentals.
- Experience with system security, patch management, and compliance processes.
- Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills.
- Bachelor's degree required (Computer Science or MIS preferred); advanced degree a plus.
- Microsoft Certified: Azure Administrator Associate (AZ-104) required;
Azure Solutions Architect (AZ-305) or SQL Database Administrator certification (e.g., DP-300) preferred.
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Health Coverage and Perks Excellent medical, dental, and vision insurance plans
Flexible spending accounts for health, dependent care
Short-term Disability
Long-term Disability
Group Term Life, Dependent and
Supplemental Life Insurance
Tuition Reimbursement
Work/Life Balance 10 Paid Holidays
Paid Time Off for a balanced life
(Vacation, Sick and Personal Time)
FlexTime Available
Competitive Compensation Competitive salary, incentive/bonus, 401(k) plan with company match,
Cash Balance, Pension Plan
