System Administrator

Robert Half
Richmond, VA, United States
2 days ago
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Role details

Contract type
Temporary contract
Employment type
Full-time (> 32 hours)
Experience level
Experienced
Experience required
3 years minimum
Working hours
Regular working hours

Tech stack

Microsoft Windows Active Directory Microsoft Azure Dynamic Host Configuration Protocol Domain Name System (DNS) Desktop Environments Monitoring of Systems Hyper-V Lightweight Directory Access Protocols (LDAP) System Center Configuration Manager Windows Servers Windows PowerShell
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Azure Active Directory TCP/IP Virtualization Technology VMware VSphere Software Vulnerability Management Backup and Restore Scripting Reliability of Systems Microsoft InTune Information Technology Patch Management Cloud Migration User Accounts Vmware

Job description

We are seeking a skilled Windows System Administrator to manage, maintain, and support our Microsoft Windows server and desktop environments. The ideal candidate will be responsible for ensuring system reliability, security, performance, and availability while supporting business-critical applications and infrastructure., * Administer and maintain Windows Server environments (2016/2019/2022).

  • Manage and support Active Directory, Group Policy, DNS, DHCP, and LDAP services.
  • Monitor system performance, troubleshoot issues, and implement corrective actions.
  • Perform system upgrades, patch management, and security updates.
  • Manage user accounts, permissions, and access controls.
  • Configure and support virtualization platforms such as VMware or Hyper-V.
  • Maintain backup and disaster recovery solutions.
  • Support Microsoft 365, Exchange, Azure AD, and hybrid environments.
  • Implement and maintain security best practices, including endpoint protection and vulnerability remediation.
  • Create and maintain technical documentation, procedures, and system diagrams.
  • Provide Tier 2/Tier 3 support and participate in an on-call rotation as needed.
  • Collaborate with network, security, and cloud teams on infrastructure projects.

Requirements

  • Bachelor’s degree in Information Technology, Computer Science, or related field, or equivalent experience.
  • 3+ years of Windows Systems Administration experience.
  • Strong experience with:
  • Windows Server Administration
  • Active Directory
  • Group Policy
  • DNS and DHCP
  • PowerShell scripting
  • VMware and/or Hyper-V
  • Microsoft 365 Administration
  • Backup and Recovery Solutions
  • Experience troubleshooting server, application, and infrastructure issues.
  • Understanding of cybersecurity principles and best practices.

Preferred Qualifications

  • Experience with Azure, Azure AD, and cloud migrations.
  • Knowledge of SCCM/MECM, Intune, and Endpoint Manager.
  • Microsoft certifications such as:
  • Microsoft Certified: Windows Server Hybrid Administrator Associate
  • Azure Administrator Associate
  • Experience with automation and infrastructure scripting.

Technical Skills

  • Windows Server 2016/2019/2022
  • Active Directory & Group Policy
  • PowerShell
  • Microsoft 365 & Exchange Online
  • Azure AD / Entra ID
  • VMware vSphere / Hyper-V
  • DNS, DHCP, TCP/IP
  • SCCM/MECM, Intune
  • Backup & Disaster Recovery
  • Security & Compliance Tools

Requirements

Preferred Qualifications

  • Experience with Azure, Azure AD, and cloud migrations.
  • Knowledge of SCCM/MECM, Intune, and Endpoint Manager.
  • Microsoft certifications such as:
  • Microsoft Certified: Windows Server Hybrid Administrator Associate
  • Azure Administrator Associate
  • Experience with automation and infrastructure scripting, All applicants applying for U.S. job openings must be legally authorized to work in the United States. Benefits are available to contract/temporary professionals, including medical, vision, dental, and life and disability insurance. Hired contract/temporary professionals are also eligible to enroll in our company 401(k) plan. Visit roberthalf.gobenefits.net for more information.

Benefits & conditions

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About the company

Robert Half is the world’s first and largest specialized talent solutions firm that connects highly qualified job seekers to opportunities at great companies. We offer contract, temporary and permanent placement solutions for finance and accounting, technology, marketing and creative, legal, and administrative and customer support roles.

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