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# Senior Systems Administrator

- **Company:** Artesian Water Company, Inc.
- **Location:** Newark, DE, United States
- **Experience:** Expert
- **Contract:** Permanent contract
- **Skills:** Microsoft Windows, Active Directory, Amazon Web Services, User Authentication, Microsoft Azure, Microsoft Online Services, Data Recovery, Dynamic Host Configuration Protocol, Linux, Domain Name System (DNS), Hyper-V, Kernel-Based Virtual Machine, Windows Servers, Citrix Systems, Service Pack, Microsoft SharePoint, Oracle Linux, Virtualization Technology, Cloud Platform System, Microsoft InTune, Information Technology, Deployment Automation, Tools for Reporting, Nutanix, Vmware
- **Published:** August 4, 2026
- **Apply:** https://www.indeed.com/viewjob?jk=9407ff27537c353c

## About the Role

* Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, IT, or related field (or equivalent experience)
 * 5+ years in enterprise level system administration
 * 3+ years administering virtualization platforms (VMware, Hyper-V, Citrix, Nutanix, Linux KVM)
 * Hands-on experience with Active Directory, DNS, DHCP, Group Policies, and email administration
 * Experience managing Microsoft 365 services (Intune, Autopilot, Exchange Online, SharePoint Online)
 * Familiarity with cloud environments (Azure, AWS)
 * Familiarity with Linux
 * Strong analytical, troubleshooting, and communication skills
 * Ability to work independently and manage multiple priorities
 * Preferred Skills & Technologies
 * Active Directory, Windows Server OS, Oracle Linux, VMware, Oracle Linux Virtualization Manager
 * Shared Storage, Microsoft 365, Exchange, SharePoint, Intune, Autopilot
 * Backup & Recovery solutions

Physical & Work Environment

 * Light work: occasionally lifting up to 50 lbs., frequently up to 20 lbs.
 * Office setting with possible exposure to server room conditions
ARTESIAN IS COMMITTED TO PROVIDING REASONABLE ACCOMMODATIONS UNDER THE AMERICANS WITH DISABILITIES ACT.

## Description

Are you ready to take ownership of critical IT infrastructure? We're seeking a Senior Systems Administrator to join our Information Technologies team. You'll manage and maintain a diverse portfolio-including Windows, Linux, Active Directory, and cloud environments-while driving improvements and ensuring system integrity.

What You'll Do

 * Oversee lifecycle operations for servers, appliances, virtual and cloud systems, and communications platforms
 * Administer and troubleshoot Active Directory, GPOs, DNS, DHCP, and authentication services
 * Implement and maintain security patches, updates, and enhancements
 * Develop and manage monitoring, alerting, and reporting tools for IT infrastructure
 * Lead corrective efforts to address and prevent security vulnerabilities
 * Provide 24/7 incident management support for production environments
 * Aide with the planning and managing of annual budgets, application roadmaps, and project schedules
 * Ensure compliance with company policies, licensing, and regulatory requirements
 * Collaborate with vendors and advisory services to identify best-fit solutions
 * Maintain and test disaster recovery plans


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