IT Systems Administrator-Level 4 - Lead

Everforth Apex
Houston, TX, United States
25 days ago

Role details

Contract type
Permanent contract
Employment type
Full-time (> 32 hours)
Experience level
Expert
Working hours
Regular working hours
Job source

Tech stack

Microsoft Windows Active Directory Domain Controllers Amazon Web Services Automation of Tests Microsoft Azure Bash Shell Cloud Computing Security Software Documentation Computer Networks Dynamic Host Configuration Protocol Linux
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Disaster Recovery Domain Name System (DNS) Monitoring of Systems IT Management Information Technology Operations Python (Programming Language) Linux Servers Windows Servers Network Configuration and Change Management Windows PowerShell Ansible VMware Virtualization Datadog Google Cloud Sonicwall HybridCloud Firewalls (Computer Science) Infrastructure as Code (IaC) Containerization Infrastructure Automation Frameworks Information Technology SolarWinds (Software) Data Management Hardware Infrastructure Cloud Migration Isilon Terraform Splunk Devsecops Docker Vmware

Job description

We are seeking a highly skilled Hybrid Infrastructure Administrator to manage, maintain, and modernize our enterprise infrastructure across both on-premises and cloud environments. This role is responsible for ensuring the reliability, security, scalability, and performance of enterprise infrastructure supporting critical business operations. The successful candidate will possess deep expertise in traditional systems administration and hands-on experience with public cloud platforms., * Direct IT strategy for global enterprise infrastructure, aligning with business goals and technology innovations.

  • Develop enterprise-wide IT policies, ensure regulatory compliance, and lead IT transformation initiatives.
  • Oversee IT operations teams, implement cloud-first strategies, and ensure security best practices for all IT environments.
  • Administer, maintain, and troubleshoot on-premise server infrastructure, including Windows and Linux servers.
  • Manage and configure network components, including firewall rule configurations, to ensure performance and security.
  • Administer and support hybrid cloud environments, including AWS, Google Cloud Platform, and Azure.
  • Develop and implement automation scripts and Infrastructure as Code (IaC) solutions.
  • Administer Active Directory (AD), domain controllers, and Group Policies (GPOs).
  • Manage enterprise storage solutions including Isilon, Vblock, VxRail, Data Domain, and Avamar.
  • Lead and participate in infrastructure and cloud migration projects.

Requirements

Education: Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field is required.

Experience: 15+ years of experience in enterprise IT leadership, infrastructure strategy, and cybersecurity governance.

Technical Skills:

  • Strong expertise supporting on-premises infrastructure, including Windows Server, Linux, Active Directory, DNS, and DHCP.
  • Hands-on experience with VMware virtualization technologies.
  • Experience with cloud platforms such as AWS, Google Cloud Platform (Google Cloud Platform), or Microsoft Azure.
  • Proficiency in scripting and automation using PowerShell, Bash, or Python.
  • Experience with Infrastructure as Code (IaC) tools like Terraform, Ansible, or similar technologies.
  • Knowledge of network configuration and administration of firewalls, including SonicWall and Palo Alto.
  • Expertise in IT governance, DevSecOps, cloud security architecture, and disaster recovery planning.

Preferred Qualifications

  • Certifications such as AWS Certified SysOps Administrator, Microsoft Azure Administrator Associate, or VMware VCP.
  • Experience implementing CI/CD pipelines and automation frameworks.
  • Experience supporting containerization technologies such as Docker and Kubernetes.
  • Knowledge of ITIL best practices and documentation standards.
  • Experience with monitoring and observability platforms like SolarWinds, Datadog, or Splunk.

About the company

Everforth Apex is a world-class IT services company that serves thousands of clients across the globe. When you join Everforth Apex, you become part of a team that values innovation, collaboration, and continuous learning. We offer quality career resources, training, certifications, development opportunities, and a comprehensive benefits package. Our commitment to excellence is reflected in many awards, including ClearlyRateds Best of Staffing in Talent Satisfaction in the United States and Great Place to Work in the United Kingdom and Mexico.

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