Principal Systems Administrator

Addison Group; Alexandria (VA); On-site; USD 110,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading staffing and recruiting company is seeking a Principal Systems Administrator to manage and optimize IT infrastructure. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in system administration and cloud management, ensuring reliability and performance across environments. This full-time position offers a competitive salary and the opportunity to work with a dynamic IT team.

Qualifications

• 7+ years of experience in IT systems environment or 5+ years with a Master's degree.
• Proven experience in system administration and cloud management.
• Strong SQL query development and troubleshooting skills.

Responsibilities

• Administer and enhance system infrastructure including Windows servers and cloud platforms.
• Develop scripts to automate tasks and improve system performance.
• Monitor system health and troubleshoot performance issues.

Skills

System Administration

Cloud Management

SQL Query Development

Problem Solving

Documentation

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science or related field

Tools

AWS

Azure

PowerShell

VBScript

SharePoint Online

Job description

This range is provided by Addison Group. Your actual pay will be based on your skills and experience — talk with your recruiter to learn more.

Base pay range

$110,000.00/yr - $120,000.00/yr

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Position Summary:

We are seeking a highly skilled Principal Systems Administrator to join our dynamic IT team. This individual will play a key role in managing and optimizing our IT infrastructure, ensuring reliability, security, and performance across on-premises and cloud environments. The ideal candidate will bring deep technical expertise, a strong analytical mindset, and a proactive approach to problem-solving and innovation.

Key Responsibilities:

• Administer, maintain, and enhance system infrastructure, including Windows servers and cloud platforms such as AWS and Azure.
• Develop and execute scripts (PowerShell, VBScript, etc.) to automate tasks, streamline operations, and improve system performance.
• Write and optimize complex SQL queries to support data analysis, reporting, and integration tasks.
• Identify areas for improvement independently, propose effective solutions, and implement changes that enhance operational efficiency.
• Monitor system health and troubleshoot performance issues across a variety of IT systems and services.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure system stability, security, and scalability.
• Document procedures, system configurations, and technical guidelines to support IT operations and compliance.
• Stay current with emerging technologies and best practices in systems and cloud administration.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Management Information Systems, Informatics, Engineering, or related field (or equivalent experience).
• 7+ years of experience in an IT systems environment (or Master’s degree with 5+ years of experience).
• Proven experience in system administration and cloud environment management (AWS, Azure, etc.).
• Experience with SharePoint Online and SharePoint Online Integrations.
• Strong SQL query development and troubleshooting skills.
• Proficiency in Windows operating systems and scripting tools (e.g., PowerShell, VBScript).
• Demonstrated ability to work independently and deliver innovative solutions to complex technical challenges.
• Excellent analytical, documentation, and communication skills.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Relevant certifications (e.g., AWS Certified SysOps Administrator, Microsoft Certified: Azure Administrator Associate).
• Experience with infrastructure-as-code tools and CI/CD pipelines.
• Knowledge of Linux-based systems.

Seniority level

• Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Full-time

Job function

• Information Technology

Industries

• Staffing and Recruiting

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