SYSTEM ADMINISTRATOR II

Formosa Plastics Group; Livingston (NJ); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Formosa Plastics Group seeks a SYSTEM ADMINISTRATOR II to lead the design, operation, and database administration of hybrid infrastructure (Azure and on-prem). You will ensure performance, reliability, and compliance of core IT services, while guiding architecture, automation, and disaster recovery efforts.

The role requires Azure experience, SQL Server and Windows Server expertise, and strong scripting skills. You will mentor junior staff and coordinate with vendors on contracts and projects.

Qualifications

• 5+ years in system or cloud administration with at least 2 years in Azure.
• Deep expertise in Azure administration and hybrid environment integration.
• SQL Server administration, performance tuning, and T-SQL scripting.
• Windows Server, Active Directory, Group Policy, and identity mgmt.
• PowerShell scripting and automation development.
• Backup, disaster recovery, and high availability configurations.
• Security, patch management, and compliance processes.
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Design, implement, and optimize Azure cloud infrastructure.
• Design, maintain, and optimize SQL Server and Azure SQL databases.
• Manage Windows Server environments, Active Directory, and core infra.
• Develop and maintain PowerShell scripts and automation pipelines.
• Design and manage backup and disaster recovery strategies.
• Enforce system security, patch mgmt, and access controls.
• Oversee monitoring tools, analyze trends, and propose improvements.
• Lead IT infra and cloud migration projects with minimal downtime.
• Mentor junior administrators and provide guidance.
• Coordinate with vendors and manage support contracts.
• Execute advanced technical assignments and strategic IT initiatives.

Skills

Azure administration

SQL Server administration

Windows Server & Active Directory

PowerShell scripting

Backup & DR planning

Security & compliance

Performance monitoring

Project leadership

Vendor & contract mgmt

Networking fundamentals

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science or MIS

Tools

Hyper-V

VMware

Job description

SYSTEM ADMINISTRATOR II

POSITION OBJECTIVE

Lead 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

1. Cloud Architecture and Optimization: Design, implement, and optimize Azure cloud infrastructure.
2. SQL Database Administration: Design, maintain, and optimize SQL Server and Azure SQL databases, ensuring availability, performance, and security.
3. System Administration: Manage Windows Server environments, Active Directory, and core infrastructure components.
4. Automation and Scripting: Develop and maintain advanced PowerShell scripts or automation pipelines for deployment and monitoring.
5. Backup and Disaster Recovery: Design and manage backup and DR strategies using Azure Site Recovery, Veeam, or similar solutions.
6. Security and Compliance: Enforce system hardening, patch management, and access control in alignment with IT security standards.
7. Performance and Monitoring: Oversee system monitoring tools, analyze trends, and recommend proactive improvements.
8. Project Leadership: Lead IT infrastructure and cloud migration projects, ensuring smooth integration and minimal downtime.
9. Mentoring: Provide guidance and training to junior administrators.
10. Vendor and Contract Management: Coordinate with vendors and manage technical support contracts.
11. Other Duties: Execute advanced technical assignments and strategic IT initiatives as directed by management.

TECHNICAL JOB CRITERIA

1. Minimum 5 years of experience in system or cloud administration, including at least 2 years with Azure environments.
2. • 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.
3. Bachelor’s degree required (Computer Science or MIS preferred); advanced degree a plus.

4. Microsoft Certified: Azure Administrator Associate (AZ-104) required;

   Azure Solutions Architect (AZ-305) or SQL Database Administrator certification (e.g., DP-300) preferred.