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Agent guide: [/agents.md](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/agents.md). --- # Systems Administrator - **Company:** Job Owl - **Location:** Bloomfield, CT, United States - **Experience:** Expert - **Contract:** Permanent contract - **Skills:** Microsoft Windows, Active Directory, Software System Penetration Testing, Microsoft Azure, Configuration Management, Dynamic Host Configuration Protocol, Disaster Recovery, Domain Name System (DNS), Hyper-V, Identity and Access Management, Information Technology Operations, Virtual Private Networks (VPN), Windows Servers, Networking Basics, Windows PowerShell, Azure Active Directory, TCP/IP, VMware Infrastructure, Virtual Local Area Networks, Cloud Platform System, Microsoft InTune, Information Technology, Vulnerability Analysis, Vmware - **Published:** July 12, 2026 - **Apply:** https://www.indeed.com/viewjob?jk=03caf4fabc9c78e6 ## About the Role The ideal candidate has hands-on experience leading Active Directory cleanup and restructuring, with strong expertise in Windows Server across on-premises and Azure. This role requires enforcing standards, driving remediation, and operating effectively in M&A-driven environments while working independently and collaborating across teams., * 5+ years of hands-on experience administering Windows infrastructure and Active Directory environments * Proven experience owning and redesigning Active Directory environments (not just supporting them) * Demonstrated success in: + Active Directory cleanup, consolidation, or restructuring initiatives + GPO design and standardization at scale + Managing multi-domain and/or M&A-driven environments * Strong expertise in: + Active Directory (DNS, GPO, replication, trusts) + Identity & Access Management principles + PowerShell automation * Experience with: + Leading security remediation efforts from audits or penetration tests + Hybrid identity (Entra ID / Azure AD Connect) and hybrid-joined environments + Infrastructure patching and configuration management + Backup and disaster recovery planning and validation * Core competencies: + Ability to manage projects and priorities independently without constant supervision + Solid understanding of networking fundamentals (TCP/IP, DNS, DHCP, VPNs, VLANs, segmentation) + Able to collaborate effectively within a distributed IT team ## Description * Active Directory & Identity Ownership + Own AD architecture, health, and strategy across multiple domains + Lead AD cleanup/restructuring (OU design, GPOs, lifecycle) + Manage identity and access (service accounts, groups, Entra ID governance) + Enforce standards for naming, access, group design, and least-privilege * Server & Infrastructure Management + Build, administer, and maintain Windows Server environments (on-prem and Azure) + Manage physical/virtual infrastructure (VMware, Hyper-V, Azure, Scale) and lifecycle and lifecycle + Support modernization efforts, including migration to hybrid/cloud environments * Patching, Configuration & Operations + Own server patching (NinjaOne); partner with IT Operations team on endpoint patching (Intune) + Maintain consistent configuration management (GPOs, baselines, policies) across environments + Develop PowerShell automation to improve efficiency and consistency * Backup & Resilience + Own backup strategy and systems; ensure regular recovery testing for disaster recovery readiness * Security & Remediation + Lead remediation of findings from audits, vulnerability scans, and penetration tests + Implement and maintain infrastructure security and hardening standards + Administer and maintain security platforms (e.g., CrowdStrike, Defender) in coordination with eSentire (SOC-as-a-Service) * Collaboration + Partner across IT Infrastructure, Operations, Applications, and Development teams + Work with business stakeholders to understand needs and communicate impacts + Operate independently while aligning with IT priorities and standards ## Related Videos - [Hacking MSSQL on Cloud. 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