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Agent guide: [/agents.md](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/agents.md). --- # Microsoft Systems Administrator - **Company:** Cox powered by Atrium - **Location:** New York, NY, United States - **Salary:** $72,800 - $93,600 - **Contract:** Permanent contract - **Skills:** Microsoft Access, Microsoft Windows, Active Directory, Microsoft Online Services, Cloud Computing, Databases, Identity and Access Management, Information Technology Operations, Microsoft Operating Systems, Microsoft Software, Windows PowerShell, Azure Active Directory, Server Administration, SQL Databases, User Provisioning Software, Cloud Platform System, Microsoft InTune, User Administration, User Accounts - **Published:** November 14, 2026 - **Apply:** https://www.careerbuilder.com/job-details/microsoft-systems-administrator-new-york-ny--043b2924-fad4-4d79-9bae-523b754b3d02 ## About the Role Microsoft Product Family, Systems Administration/Management, Professional Services, Microsoft Access Database, Microsoft Product Family, Systems Administration/Management, Bookkeeping, Detail Oriented, Problem Solving Skills, Process Improvement, Our client is a growing professional services organization operating in a fast-paced, highly detail-oriented environment. The organization is experiencing continued growth and technological change, creating an opportunity to strengthen their internal IT operations, account administration, and access management processes by hiring a Microsoft Systems Administrator. The ideal candidate will be proactive, resourceful, and comfortable taking ownership of responsibilities without constant supervision., * Hybrid Exchange Administration: Hands-on experience with both on-premises and cloud-based Exchange management consoles. Understanding the differences between these environments is essential. * Microsoft Entra ID and Intune: Experience with Microsoft cloud identity, access, and device administration. * Active Directory: Working knowledge of user accounts, security groups, and computer objects. Advanced Group Policy or server administration experience is not required. * Credential Management: Strong understanding of account provisioning, user permissions, and access administration. * Microsoft Cloud Technologies: Familiarity with Microsoft 365 and cloud-based administration tools, with the ability to quickly learn environment-specific processes. * Attention to Detail: Exceptional accuracy when entering information, following SOPs, managing permissions, and maintaining administrative records. * Independent Problem-Solving: Ability to investigate unfamiliar issues, apply available context, and independently identify solutions. * Communication: Strong professional written communication skills and the ability to document technical processes clearly. * Proactive Work Ethic: Self-motivated, resourceful, and comfortable taking initiative without constant direction. * Career Interest: Genuine interest in LAN administration, identity management, and credential administration. * Onsite Availability: Ability to work five days per week onsite, with occasional overtime. Preferred Experience/Skills for the Microsoft Systems Administrator: * Previous experience working within a law firm, particularly in a demanding, fast-paced IT environment. * Experience in financial services or another highly regulated professional services organization. * Level 2 IT support experience involving Active Directory, Microsoft 365, user provisioning, and account troubleshooting. * Experience administering complex user permissions and credential management processes. * Familiarity with PowerShell, SQL queries, or administrative automation. * Experience identifying process inefficiencies and improving account administration workflows. * Ability to interpret complex business rules and adapt to evolving technical processes. * Law firm experience is strongly preferred, although candidates with relevant financial services experience or exceptional technical aptitude will be considered. Education Requirements: * Bachelor's degree is preferred. ## Description Our client is seeking a detail-oriented Microsoft Systems Administrator to manage user accounts, permissions, credentials, and access administration across on-premises and cloud-based Microsoft environments. The ideal candidate will have hands-on experience with Microsoft Entra ID, Intune, Active Directory, and both on-premises and cloud-based Exchange management consoles. Experience working within a hybrid Exchange environment is particularly important, as the organization requires someone who understands the differences between on-premises and cloud administration. This position requires exceptional attention to detail, strong professional communication skills, and the ability to follow complex standard operating procedures (SOPs) for onboarding and offboarding. Our client is open to candidates at varying experience levels, including junior professionals with strong technical aptitude and experienced administrators who can contribute to process improvements and modernization. Above all, the successful candidate must be proactive, intellectually curious, and capable of independently investigating and resolving issues with limited direction. Candidates should have a genuine interest in building a career in LAN administration, credential management, and identity and access management., * Manage user account provisioning, permissions, credentials, and access administration across on-premises and cloud environments. * Execute employee onboarding and offboarding procedures while following detailed SOPs and established business rules. * Administer Microsoft Entra ID and Microsoft Intune to support identity, access, and device management. * Manage Active Directory user accounts, security groups, and computer objects. * Utilize both on-premises and cloud-based Exchange management consoles to administer user accounts, mailboxes, and permissions. * Support credential management and maintain appropriate access across enterprise systems. * Process account creation, modification, and termination requests with exceptional accuracy. * Independently investigate and troubleshoot account provisioning issues, access discrepancies, and administrative errors. * Maintain accurate documentation, records, and ticket updates. * Take ownership of assigned tickets and proactively drive requests through completion. * Interpret business rules and apply established procedures to complex account administration scenarios. * Identify opportunities to improve administrative workflows, efficiency, and accuracy. * Communicate professionally with internal employees and stakeholders regarding account administration requests.