Systems Administrator

Jobot; Fort Worth (TX); On-site; USD 100,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive compensation and benefits

Certification support

Azure migration project involvement

Job summary

Jobot in Fort Worth, TX is seeking a Systems Administrator to support its Microsoft infrastructure and drive the ongoing move from on-premises systems to Azure. This hands-on role manages servers, virtual environments, and Microsoft services while delivering strong user support.

Responsibilities include administering Windows Server, Active Directory, Exchange, and Microsoft 365; building and maintaining VMs in VMware or Hyper-V; and guiding the Azure migration with hybrid connectivity.

Qualifications

• 4-7 years of systems administration experience in a Microsoft environment.
• Hands-on experience building and administering servers, preferably in a smaller company.
• Experience building and configuring virtual machines in VMware or Hyper-V.
• Strong knowledge of Windows Server, Active Directory, Exchange, and Microsoft 365.
• Experience with Azure and hybrid environments; on-premises-to-Azure migration experience strongly preferred.
• Solid networking, patching, and troubleshooting skills.
• Strong customer service and communication skills, with the ability to stay composed under pressure.
• Bachelor's degree in IT, Computer Science, or a related field, or equivalent experience.
• PowerShell scripting and automation experience preferred.
• Microsoft Azure or Microsoft 365 certifications preferred; Network+ or Security+ a plus.
• Ability to handle confidential information with discretion.
• Occasional travel or on-call availability may be required.

Responsibilities

• Administer Windows Server, Active Directory, Exchange, and Microsoft 365.
• Manage user accounts, mailboxes, licensing, Teams, SharePoint, and OneDrive.
• Ensure systems are configured properly and follow security best practices.
• Help evaluate, plan, and support the migration of on-premises workloads to Azure.
• Manage Azure virtual machines, networking, Entra ID, and hybrid connectivity.
• Build, configure, and maintain virtual machines using VMware or Hyper-V.
• Support networking infrastructure, including TCP/IP, DNS, DHCP, VPNs, and firewalls.
• Manage patching, system monitoring, vulnerability remediation, and troubleshooting.
• Provide Tier 2 and Tier 3 support, including occasional after-hours emergencies.
• Maintain documentation of systems, configurations, and procedures.
• Support disaster recovery, audits, and data protection requirements.
• Participate in infrastructure projects and technology evaluations.

Skills

Windows Server

Active Directory

Microsoft Exchange

Microsoft 365

PowerShell scripting

Education

Bachelor's degree in IT/CS or related field

Tools

VMware

Hyper-V

Job description

Systems Administrator

$100000 - $120000 per year | Fort Worth, TX | On-site | Permanent

A bit about us:

An established professional services company is seeking a Systems Administrator to support its Microsoft infrastructure and help with a planned transition from on-premises systems to Azure.

Why join us?

Position Summary

This is a hands-on role managing servers, virtual environments, and Microsoft services. The ideal candidate has experience in a smaller company, has built and configured servers and virtual machines, and can troubleshoot issues while providing strong support to employees.

Key Responsibilities

• Administer Windows Server, Active Directory, Exchange, and Microsoft 365.
• Manage user accounts, mailboxes, licensing, Teams, SharePoint, and OneDrive.
• Ensure systems are configured properly and follow security best practices.
• Help evaluate, plan, and support the migration of on-premises workloads to Azure.
• Manage Azure virtual machines, networking, Entra ID, and hybrid connectivity.
• Build, configure, and maintain virtual machines using VMware or Hyper-V.
• Support networking infrastructure, including TCP/IP, DNS, DHCP, VPNs, and firewalls.
• Manage patching, system monitoring, vulnerability remediation, and troubleshooting.
• Provide Tier 2 and Tier 3 support, including occasional after-hours emergencies.
• Maintain documentation of systems, configurations, and procedures.
• Support disaster recovery, audits, and data protection requirements.
• Participate in infrastructure projects and technology evaluations.

Qualifications

• 4-7 years of systems administration experience in a Microsoft environment.
• Hands-on experience building and administering servers, preferably in a smaller company.
• Experience building and configuring virtual machines in VMware or Hyper-V.
• Strong knowledge of Windows Server, Active Directory, Exchange, and Microsoft 365.
• Experience with Azure and hybrid environments; on-premises-to-Azure migration experience strongly preferred.
• Solid networking, patching, and troubleshooting skills.
• Strong customer service and communication skills, with the ability to stay composed under pressure.
• Bachelor's degree in IT, Computer Science, or a related field, or equivalent experience.
• PowerShell scripting and automation experience preferred.
• Microsoft Azure or Microsoft 365 certifications preferred; Network+ or Security+ a plus.
• Ability to handle confidential information with discretion.
• Occasional travel or on-call availability may be required.

What We Offer

• Competitive compensation and benefits.
• Professional development and certification support.
• A collaborative IT team and hands-on involvement in an Azure migration.

Equal Opportunity Statement

Jobot is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We provide an inclusive work environment that celebrates diversity and all qualified candidates receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, age (40 and over), disability, military status, genetic information or any other basis protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws. Jobot also prohibits harassment of applicants or employees based on any of these protected categories. It is Jobot’s policy to comply with all applicable federal, state and local laws respecting consideration of unemployment status in making hiring decisions.

Sometimes Jobot is required to perform background checks with your authorization. Jobot will consider qualified candidates with criminal histories in a manner consistent with any applicable federal, state, or local law regarding criminal backgrounds, including but not limited to the Los Angeles Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring and the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance.