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Agent guide: [/agents.md](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/agents.md). --- # Senior Systems Administrator - **Company:** BLDG SVC 32 B-J - **Location:** New York, NY, United States - **Experience:** Expert - **Salary:** $125,000.0 - $135,000.0 - **Contract:** Permanent contract - **Skills:** Microsoft Windows, Active Directory, Computing Platforms, Microsoft Azure, Backup Devices, Configuration Management, Databases, Disaster Recovery, Middleware, Microsoft Exchange Server, Monitoring of Systems, HP Systems Insight Manager, Microsoft SQL Server, Windows Servers, Microsoft Cluster Server, Oracle (Applications), Performance Tuning, Windows PowerShell, Microsoft SharePoint, Load Balancing, Information Technology, Patch Management, Network Server, Vmware - **Published:** August 5, 2026 - **Apply:** https://www.indeed.com/viewjob?jk=27fc57c59fbe3045 ## About the Role * To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. + Requires 8 years of experience in information technology, with at least 5-8 years of experience in system administration of a MS Windows environment including, Windows server and application platform design, migration and deployments; Software and hardware installation/configuration; Exchange Server, Active Directory/GPO, Patch Management, Backup/Recovery, VMware installation, administration and support; Disaster recovery solutions, Server and Application Monitoring tools, Email security/archival system, and MS SQL databases, preferred. + Experience with Azure migration, implementation and support required. + Automation (PowerShell, etc.) a plus + Microsoft SharePoint administration is a plus + Strong troubleshooting/performance tuning skills required. + Ability to diagnose problems and triage/resolve issues across various tiers (application, network, database, server, middleware, or storage tiers). Soft Skills (Interpersonal Skills): * Detail oriented with excellent organization and analytical skills; * Ability to plan, take initiatives to accomplish objectives in timely fashion, and work independently; * Ability to prioritize work and meet deadlines; * Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with project team members, supervisors, and other employees., Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, or a related discipline. ## Description Under the supervision of the Team Lead, System Administrators, the Senior Systems Administrator serves as the hands-on senior systems administrator for managing an enterprise Microsoft Windows system infrastructure, and supporting systems implementation related Microsoft Azure, VMware, Microsoft Windows, Microsoft Exchange, Active Directory and GPO, SAN storage, Backup/Recovery, Server and Application Monitoring Tools, Barracuda Email Security/Archival System, Microsoft SQL Server, Microsoft SharePoint and Disaster Recovery. Essential Duties and Responsibilities: * Install, configure, troubleshoot, maintain and support Windows Server including software and hardware installation/configuration; * Install, administer, configure, troubleshoot and support all Funds' servers; * Design, Implement and troubleshoot virtualization using VMware; * Implement, support and maintain backups to disk and tape of servers, applications and databases; * Implement hardware load balancing and Oracle and Microsoft clustering; * Understand, maintain, and support database administration, security and storage including SAN; * Maintain server environment stability through review of monitoring tools and application of patches after testing; * Perform database administration tasks include configuration management, backup/recovery, performance optimization, and space management; * Provide support after hours, on weekends and through on-call rotation; * Participate in infrastructure design planning and implementation; * Lead Infrastructure projects, and perform project management tasks as required; * Manage multiple assignments concurrently; * Document all routine tasks, incidents, change management scheduling and tracking, and database policies, standards; * Partner with vendor operations groups in delivery IT services to the Funds; * Cross-train and instruct other IT team members on specialized skills/training; * Perform tasks as required by management/supervisory staff; * Provide support after hours, on weekends and through on-call rotation., High Certificates, Licenses, Registrations: Microsoft Windows, Azure and VMware certifications Physical Demands: The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. 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