Microsoft Server and Azure IaaS Administrator

This role is for a Microsoft Server & Azure IaaS Administrator responsible for managing and supporting Windows Server environments, Active Directory, Group Policy, IIS, and Azure Infrastructure-as-a-Service resources. The administrator will ensure high availability, security, automation, and compliance across both on-premises and cloud infrastructures in a fully remote setting. Responsibilities:

• Configure and maintain Windows Server (2016 2025) including roles such as AD DS, DNS, DHCP, DFS, and File Services.
• Manage IIS websites and applications, including application pools, SSL/TLS certificates, URL Rewrite, and security hardening.
• Administer Azure IaaS components such as VMs, VM Scale Sets, storage, VNETs, Load Balancers, Bastion, backups, disaster recovery, and monitoring.
• Maintain Active Directory health, replication, OU structure, users, groups, service accounts, and troubleshoot authentication issues.
• Design, implement, and maintain Group Policy Objects for security baselines and compliance.
• Monitor system performance and security using native tools and Azure Monitor; proactively troubleshoot issues.
• Apply security best practices including CIS/Microsoft baselines, vulnerability remediation, endpoint hardening, and audit support.
• Develop PowerShell scripts and Infrastructure-as-Code templates (Bicep, ARM, Terraform) for automation and deployment.
• Document procedures, maintain runbooks, and adhere to ITIL change and incident management processes.
• Collaborate with network, security, and application teams to support deployments, certificates, and integrations.
• Lead or assist with upgrades, migrations, cloud adoption, and modernization projects.
• Support IRS 1075 compliance efforts by providing documentation and implementing required changes., Job Description : Summary This Microsoft infrastructure administrator will assist with the management of Windows Server, Active Directory, Group Policy, IIS, and Azure IaaS res…

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• Apply easily, Summary This Microsoft infrastructure administrator will assist with the management of Windows Server, Active Directory, Group Policy, IIS, and Azure IaaS resources. This role wi…
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• Expertise in Windows Server administration (2016 and later).
• Strong experience with Active Directory, Group Policy, and IIS management.
• Proficiency managing Azure IaaS environments including VMs, networking, storage, and backup solutions.
• PowerShell scripting and Infrastructure-as-Code (Bicep, ARM, Terraform) skills.
• Knowledge of security best practices, vulnerability remediation, and compliance frameworks.
• Experience with monitoring and troubleshooting using native Windows and Azure tools.
• Familiarity with ITIL change and incident management processes.

Preferred Skills & Certifications:

• Certifications such as Microsoft Certified: Azure Administrator Associate or Windows Server certifications.
• Experience with IIS security hardening and SSL/TLS management.
• Knowledge of IRS 1075 compliance requirements.
• Experience with cloud migration and modernization projects.

Special Considerations:

• Must comply with IRS 1075 audit and documentation requirements.
• Role involves collaboration across multiple teams and escalation support.
• Security and compliance are critical aspects of the role.

Scheduling:

• Regular work hours from 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM EST.
• Fully remote position.
• Initial contract duration of 6+ months with possible extension.