Systems Administrator

We are looking for an experienced Systems Administrator to support and enhance a cloud-focused infrastructure environment in Chicago, Illinois. This Long-term Contract position is ideal for a detail-oriented individual who excels in Microsoft Azure administration, Windows Server support, and identity management while delivering dependable service across distributed teams. The role will focus on maintaining secure, high-performing systems, resolving technical issues, and contributing to infrastructure improvements that strengthen day-to-day operations.

Responsibilities:
• Oversee the health, availability, and maintenance of Microsoft Azure environments, ensuring cloud resources remain secure, stable, and optimized.
• Provision, configure, and manage core Azure components such as virtual machines, storage services, and virtual networks to meet operational needs.
• Perform routine administration for Windows Server platforms hosted in Azure, including legacy and current versions used across the environment.
• Administer identity and access services through Microsoft Entra ID, Active Directory, and Group Policy, including user provisioning and permissions management.
• Investigate and resolve infrastructure, operating system, application, and connectivity issues while providing advanced support for escalated service requests and incidents.
• Contribute to backup, disaster recovery, and business continuity activities to help protect systems and support recovery readiness.
• Assist with cloud infrastructure initiatives, including modernization efforts and migration-related tasks, as part of broader technology projects.
• Create and maintain clear technical documentation, operational procedures, and support materials for infrastructure services.
• Participate in on-call support as needed and collaborate with IT teams and business stakeholders serving users across multiple time zones.
• Identify opportunities to improve monitoring, automation, system performance, and operational processes, including support for PowerShell-based scripting efforts.

Requirements

• At least 5 years of experience in systems administration, cloud administration, or infrastructure engineering roles.
• Strong hands-on expertise managing Microsoft Azure environments and related cloud services.
• Experience supporting Windows Server workloads in Azure, including both modern and legacy server versions.
• Practical knowledge of Microsoft Entra ID, Active Directory, Azure Virtual Machines, Azure networking, Azure storage, and Group Policy administration.
• Ability to troubleshoot complex technical issues across infrastructure, applications, operating systems, and network connectivity.
• Experience supporting users, systems, or business operations across multiple locations and time zones.
• Working knowledge of PowerShell for administration, automation, or operational improvement tasks.
• Strong communication skills and a customer-focused approach to technical support and service delivery.