Systems Administrator

Calance; Charlottesville (VA); On-site; USD 80,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading technology company in Virginia is seeking a Systems Administrator to manage and support their hybrid datacenter environment. The successful candidate will focus on Windows systems administration, with responsibilities including managing Exchange environments and cloud infrastructure using AWS and Azure technologies. This mid-senior level role is ideal for individuals experienced in IT infrastructure management and system optimization.

Qualifications

• 7-10 years supporting computer systems.
• 2-3 years specifically with Microsoft Azure and AWS.
• Strong experience with Exchange 2019 and M365.

Responsibilities

• Administers large deployments of Exchange environments.
• Deploy secure cloud infrastructure focusing on AWS and Azure.
• Support and manage Microsoft Exchange 2019.

Skills

AWS

Azure

Windows Server

Exchange 2019

Automation

Tools

VMware

Job description

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We have an immediate need for a Systems Administrator. Please see below,

• Employment Type: Contract to hire
• Onsite: Yes, Monday - Friday
• Must be Authorized to Work in USA: Yes, No sponsorship.
• Hard Requirements: Strong experience with AWS and Azure.

Job Summary:

We are seeking to hire a Systems Administrator to join our team. This position will be responsible for administration, configuration, installation, provisioning, monitoring of Windows systems in a hybrid datacenter environment. Job duties include troubleshooting to ensure availability, capacity, and performance of infrastructure systems. Perform assigned duties with general direction from team leads and/or managers.

Essential Job Functions:

• Administers large deployments of Exchange environments and messaging systems
• Configuration, support, and administration of Exchange 2019
• Perform on-site technical support for Microsoft Exchange 2019
• Monitor Exchange message queues, resolve non-deliveries, and perform message tracking and record status/findings in daily operations log
• Perform mailbox moves and restores
• Perform mailbox cleansing (classified)
• Deploy highly available, scalable, and secure cloud infrastructure with a focus on Microsoft Azure and AWS
• Implement infrastructure migration methodologies and techniques to migrate workloads into Microsoft Azure and AWS
• Develop automation to support continuous delivery and continuous integration process
• Basic understanding of Microsoft Azure and AWS technologies (both IaaS and PaaS) and options to support the migration process
• Work closely with the Development team to build and maintain CI/CD pipelines to support automated deployment of infrastructure
• Analyze and resolve configuration issues in development, test, and production environments
• Install and configure Windows server operating systems and software on VMware and physical servers
• Responsible for On-Premise Datacenter maintenance, patching servers, backups, tape rotations, maintaining documentation, server inventory, and supplies
• Coordinate with vendors for technical support and upgrades
• Act as a product or application owner in a DevOps culture

Required Knowledge, Abilities, and Skills:

• Strong experience with Exchange 2019, and M365
• Build on-premises Exchange 2019 servers
• Migration of mailboxes, resources, distribution lists, etc., to M365
• Perform upgrades to Exchange
• Automation experience and scripting knowledge
• Strong knowledge of Windows Server 2016, 2019, and 2022
• MS System Center Orchestrator
• MS System Center Configuration Manager
• VMWare virtual server management
• Data Center management
• System/application monitoring (Orion)
• Basic troubleshooting skills
• Basic knowledge of DNS, DHCP, and Active Directory
• Basic understanding of TCP/IP and IP addressing
• Ability to write documentation
• Ability to work with and coordinate vendors
• Ability to troubleshoot issues and quickly determine escalation points
• Knowledge of other cloud environments like AWS/Google Cloud is a plus
• High Performance Computing experience is a plus
• NetApp storage experience is a plus
• Familiarity with Agile methodology
• Progressive technology experience and project planning skills
• Forward-thinking, nimble, and thoughtful
• Comfortable in a hybrid role of hands-on technology work and team collaboration
• Ability to inspire team effort, communicate goals, and build consistent processes

Required Experience:

• 7-10 years supporting computer systems, with 2-3 years specifically with Microsoft Azure and AWS
• 5 years supporting various networking protocols, especially TCP/IP, DHCP, DNS, and WINS

Certifications in one or more of the following are a plus:

• AWS
• ITIL
• Agile

Additional skills:

• Excellent communication skills for technical and non-technical audiences
• Experience with Agile & DevOps tools and practices
• Ability to multi-task with urgency
• Positive problem-solving attitude, openness to new ideas
• US Citizenship required

Physical Demands:

Ability to lift 50 pounds

This job description summarizes the essential duties. Other duties may be assigned as needed.

Seniority level

• Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Full-time

Job function

• Information Technology

Industries

• Aviation and Aerospace
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