Information Technology (IT) Infrastructure Administrator

Orange Water & Sewer Authority (OWASA); Carrboro (NC); On-site; USD 81,000 - 121,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

NC Local Government Employee Pension/“

Educational Reimbursement

Cell Phone Stipend

Health, Dental, Vision, Life insurance

Job summary

Orange Water & Sewer Authority (OWASA) is seeking an IT Infrastructure Administrator to maintain and optimize our IT backbone. The role covers servers, networks, storage, virtualization, and security enhancements, with a focus on reliability and collaboration.

Ideal candidates will have 4+ years in infrastructure roles, a bachelor's degree in IT/CS or related field, and experience with Windows, Linux, Hyper‑V, and Azure in hybrid environments.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in IT, Computer Science, or related field or equivalent experience.
• 4+ years experience as an Infrastructure Administrator or similar role.
• Proficiency configuring and managing Windows and Linux servers, networking gear, and virtualization (Hyper‑V preferred).
• Familiarity with Azure and hybrid infrastructures; strong security practices.

Responsibilities

• Oversee design, implementation, and maintenance of IT infrastructure (servers, networks, storage, virtualization).
• Monitor system performance and troubleshoot to ensure high availability of critical systems.
• Collaborate with security to implement robust measures (firewalls, IDS, access controls).
• Establish and maintain data backup and recovery procedures for business continuity.
• Analyze capacity and performance trends to plan upgrades or expansions.
• Maintain up‑to‑date infrastructure documentation and procedures.
• Work with IT support, development, and operations teams to align initiatives.

Skills

Problem solving

Teamwork

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in IT/CS or related field

Tools

Windows Server

Linux Server

Hyper‑V

Azure

Networking equipment

Job description

Information Technology (IT) Infrastructure Administrator

Orange Water and Sewer Authority (OWASA)

OWASA is currently looking for a dedicated individual to join our team as an IT Infrastructure Administrator. This position plays a crucial role in maintaining, optimizing, and securing our organization's IT infrastructure.

Key responsibilities include:

• Infrastructure Management: Oversee the design, implementation, and maintenance of our organization's IT infrastructure, including servers, networks, storage systems, and virtualization platforms.
• System Monitoring and Troubleshooting: Monitor system performance, identify potential issues, and proactively resolve any technical problems to ensure the availability and reliability of critical systems.
• Security Enhancement: Collaborate with the security team to implement and maintain robust security measures, including firewalls, intrusion detection systems, and access controls, to safeguard our infrastructure from threats and vulnerabilities.
• Backup and Disaster Recovery: Establish and maintain data backup and recovery procedures to ensure business continuity in case of data loss or system failures.
• Capacity Planning: Analyze system capacity and performance trends to anticipate future infrastructure needs and recommend upgrades or expansions as necessary.
• Documentation: Maintain accurate and up-to-date documentation of infrastructure configurations, procedures, and troubleshooting processes.
• Collaboration: Work closely with cross-functional teams, including IT support, development, and operations, to ensure seamless communication and alignment of infrastructure initiatives.

Successful candidates should have:

• Minimum of 4 years experience as an Infrastructure Administrator or a similar role, demonstrating a deep understanding of IT infrastructure components and systems.
• Bachelors degree in information technology, Computer Science, a related field, or equivalent combination of education and work experience.
• Proficiency in configuring and managing Windows and Linux servers, networking equipment, and virtualization technologies (Hyper‑V preferred).
• Familiarity with cloud platforms (Azure preferred) and hybrid infrastructure setups.
• Strong knowledge of security best practices and experience implementing security measures within an infrastructure context.
• Excellent problem‑solving skills and the ability to diagnose and resolve technical issues efficiently.
• Exceptional communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to work collaboratively in a team environment.
• Relevant certifications (e.g., Network+, Security+, Microsoft Certified: Azure Administrator, etc.) are a plus.

Team members are our most important resource. Pay and Benefits include:

• Salary Range is $80,682 - $120,918
• Membership in the NC Local Government Employee Retirement System
• 5% Employer 457 Deferred Compensation contribution
• Retirement Health Savings account
• Employer paid Health, Dental, Vision, Life insurance, Dependent Life, Long-term Disability
• Vacation, Sick, Personal, Bereavement and Parental Leave; 12 Paid Holidays
• Educational Reimbursement
• Cell Phone Stipend
• Bonus Pay for Additional Certifications and/or Education
• Ability to transfer unused sick leave from preceding NC Local Government or State agency employer
• Much, much more!

Team members are our most important resource. OWASA is an Equal Opportunity Employer, and we value diverse experiences. We provide competitive pay and benefits in a safe, rewarding work environment. This recruitment will close October 2, 2026.