Senior IT Systems Administrator (Azure Windows Admin)
Core
Design, build, secure, and operate Windows Server and Azure cloud infrastructure for a defense technology company, ensuring uptime and data protection.
Role type
Senior IT Systems Administrator (Windows/Azure)
Builds
Windows Server environments, Azure cloud resources, identity services, and automation scripts.
Domain
Defense technology / Cloud Infrastructure
Required skills
Windows Server administration, Azure cloud management, Active Directory, Microsoft Entra ID, PowerShell scripting, disaster recovery, security hardening, infrastructure project leadership, compliance documentation.
Preferred skills
Azure Government/GCC High experience, multi-cloud platforms (AWS), infrastructure as code (Terraform/Bicep), security certifications (CISSP/Security+), government security clearance.
Technologies
Windows Server, Microsoft Azure, Active Directory, Microsoft Entra ID, PowerShell, Okta, AWS, Terraform, Bicep, ARM templates, Ansible.
Responsibilities
Architect and maintain Windows Server environments (physical/virtual); design and manage Azure cloud resources (VMs, networking, storage, identity); administer identity services (AD, Entra ID, GPO, DNS, DHCP); serve as technical lead for complex incidents and root-cause analysis; mentor junior staff; lead infrastructure projects (migrations, site buildouts); design automation with PowerShell; own backup and disaster recovery; apply security baselines (STIG/CIS) and remediate vulnerabilities; support compliance (CMMC, NIST, FedRAMP).
Seniority
Senior, hands-on IC with leadership responsibilities.
