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Agent guide: [/agents.md](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/agents.md). --- # Senior System Administrator - **Company:** Moraine Valley Community College - **Location:** Palos Hills, IL, United States - **Experience:** Expert - **Salary:** $70,075.0 - $90,000.0 - **Contract:** Permanent contract - **Skills:** Microsoft Windows, Active Directory Federation Services, Microsoft Azure, Business Systems, Cloud Computing, Databases, Database Design, Linux, Monitoring of Systems, Hyper-V, Identity and Access Management, Information Retrieval, Python (Programming Language), Microsoft SQL Server, Windows Servers, Nagios, Network Service, Windows PowerShell, Azure Active Directory, SAS (Software), Microsoft SharePoint, SQL Databases, Data Streaming, Systems Integration, Grafana, Sap Bo, Information Technology, Integration Frameworks, Tools for Reporting - **Published:** July 17, 2026 - **Apply:** https://www.indeed.com/viewjob?jk=e05146a20116db8d ## About the Role Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or related field required. Three to five (3-5) years' experience in IT required. Experience with MS-SQL Administration. MS-SQL certification and Azure and Windows certification. Please ensure you have a minimum of three years of (full-time equivalent) experience outlined in your resume and application., * Must have demonstrated analytical ability to logically approach applications. * Demonstrated knowledge of Windows-based enterprise operating systems and related network services. * Demonstrated knowledge in ADFS and integration techniques; identities management in Azure AD; integrating third party applications with Azure Intra ID SSO; MS-SQL database administration. * Knowledge of PowerShell scripting and Python; hybrid IT infrastructure; provisioning SQL databases in Azure; Hyper-V and SAN technologies; database design and information retrieval techniques; Linux and monitoring tools (such as Nagios and Grafana). * Basic Knowledge of SharePoint Administration, both on-premise and online; Azure infrastructure administration; SAS, SAP BO, PBIRS and reporting solutions; POS systems and their integration with third-party applications. * Self-starter with strong aptitude for adapting to technological changes and learning new platforms. * Above average communication skills. ## Description Under direction, the Senior System Administrator is responsible for reviewing the design, installation, maintenance, training, and support of Windows servers and database functions, hardware and software used to support the college's systems. The Senior System Administrator is responsible for the following. Other duties may be assigned. The Senior System Administrator is dedicated to learning college concepts by developing programs and facilitating activities that promote student success and lifelong learning., * Administration and support of data flows between enterprise systems as well as contributing to the development and operation of those integrations. * Pre-installation activities of purchased software and vendor releases while also establishing software standards, conducting capacity planning, and managing system resource allocation for institutional products. * Ensuring security and integrity of all operating system software and related applications. Analyzes production issues, identifies root causes and provides recommendations for operational improvements. * Responsible for administration of all MS-SQL databases associated with the college's business systems including performing full DBA functions and maintaining database authority. * Responsible for administration of cloud-based identity and access management services. Responsible for ADFS, Azure Entra ID SSO, and AD integration with all other systems at the college. * Responsible for the administration and operational support of the college's bookstore point-of-sale system, SAS application, and Business Intelligence and Reporting systems. ## Related Videos - [Docker network without Docker](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1418-docker-network-without-docker) - [Hacking MSSQL on Cloud. All of them. 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