Job Description
Job Description
Location: Hybrid position (remote with limited on-site work as needed - must reside in Iowa).
Salary: $115,000 - $125,000
We are seeking a Senior Systems Administrator to join our premier client’s dynamic IT team! This critical role involves providing advanced support for on-premises and cloud-based solutions, ensuring systems operate securely, reliably, and efficiently. As the Senior Systems Administrator you’ll play a key role in managing infrastructure, monitoring performance, and supporting Microsoft 365 initiatives, all while contributing to a collaborative and learning-focused environment.
Responsibilities:
- Infrastructure Support: Configure, maintain, and optimize hardware/software, and ensure compliance with organizational policies.
- Cloud Solutions: Support and enhance Microsoft 365 tools (Teams, SharePoint, Exchange Online, OneDrive, Defender, etc.) and Azure environments.
- Operational Monitoring: Manage system performance tools, proactive alerts, and risk mitigations processes.
- Leadership: Provide mentorship, facilitate process automation, and contribute to effective cross-functional communication.
- Customer Service: Deliver top-notch support to internal/external users; resolve complex IT issues with professionalism.
- Quality Assurance: Participate in business continuity planning, auditing, and system configuration to ensure exceptional performance and security.
Qualifications:
- Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science or 5+ years of equivalent experience in systems administration.
- Minimum of 3 years’ expertise in Microsoft 365 configuration, optimization, and best practices.
- Proficiency in tools and platforms such as PowerShell scripting, VMware, Microsoft SQL, and networking best practices.
- Hands-on experience with system software like Apache, Splunk, Tenable, and source code repositories like Git.
- Strong analytical, communication, and organizational skills, with the ability to balance priorities and lead initiatives.
Key Competencies:
- Critical thinking and problem-solving skills.
- Self-motivated with a collaborative mindset.
- Ability to communicate technical information effectively across all levels.
If you are enthusiastic about leveraging your expertise in Microsoft 365 and contributing to a complex, evolving IT landscape, send a current resume to Kristen Lee on LinkedIn or apply directly to this posting today!
- Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science or 5+ years of equivalent experience in systems administration.
- Minimum of 3 years’ expertise in Microsoft 365 configuration, optimization, and best practices.
- Proficiency in tools and platforms such as PowerShell scripting, VMware, Microsoft SQL, and networking best practices.
- Hands-on experience with system software like Apache, Splunk, Tenable, and source code repositories like Git.
- Strong analytical, communication, and organizational skills, with the ability to balance priorities and lead initiatives.