Information Technology (IT) Infrastructure Administrator

Careerwebsite; Carrboro (NC); On-site; USD 81,000 - 121,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life insurance

Dependent Life

Long-term Disability

Vacation and holidays

Educational Reimbursement

Cell Phone Stipend

Bonus for Certifications

Job summary

Orange Water and Sewer Authority (OWASA) is seeking an IT Infrastructure Administrator to maintain, optimize, and secure our IT environment. You will manage servers, networks, storage, and virtualization, monitor performance, and implement security measures in collaboration with the security team.

The role requires 4+ years in infrastructure, a relevant degree, and hands-on experience with Windows/Linux, Hyper-V, and Azure in hybrid setups. Excellent problem-solving and teamwork are essential.

Qualifications

• Minimum 4 years experience as an Infrastructure Administrator or similar role.
• Bachelor's degree in information technology, computer science, or related field, or equivalent experience.
• Proficiency configuring and managing Windows and Linux servers, networking gear, and virtualization technologies.

Responsibilities

• Oversee design, implementation and maintenance of IT infrastructure (servers, networks, storage, virtualization).
• Monitor system performance and troubleshoot to ensure availability of critical systems.
• Collaborate on security enhancements, including firewalls, IDS, and access controls.
• Establish and maintain data backup and disaster recovery procedures.
• Analyze capacity and performance trends to plan upgrades or expansions.
• Maintain accurate infrastructure documentation.
• Collaborate with IT support, development, and operations teams.

Skills

Windows servers

Linux servers

Networking

Virtualization

Security practices

Education

Bachelor's degree in IT or CS

Tools

Hyper-V

Azure

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.

T eam 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.