Systems Administrator-Advanced

About the Client:

The client is a government organization responsible for administering state tax laws, collecting revenue, and ensuring compliance to support public services. It operates large-scale enterprise systems that require high availability, security, and continuous optimization. The organization emphasizes modernization, cloud adoption, and operational efficiency across its IT infrastructure.

About the Role:

The client is seeking an Advanced Systems Administrator to support enterprise server environments and Azure cloud infrastructure. This senior-level, onsite role in Tallahassee, Florida, starting July 1, 2026, focuses on Active Directory management, system reliability, and cloud optimization, while contributing to process improvements and automation.

Work Schedule: Monday to Friday, approximately 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM (onsite).

Key Responsibilities:

• Identify, prioritize, troubleshoot, and resolve technical issues related to enterprise servers and Active Directory environments.
• Manage and maintain the lifecycle of Windows server operating systems.
• Design, organize, and maintain Active Directory structures, including OUs and Group Policies.
• Recommend and implement improvements to AD processes and Group Policy configurations.
• Support and optimize Azure cloud infrastructure and services.
• Implement automation and enhancements using scripting and best practices.
• Ensure high availability, continuity, and security of enterprise systems.
• Evaluate and provide recommendations on cloud readiness and infrastructure modernization.
• Collaborate with technical and non-technical teams and provide knowledge transfer when needed.
• Produce status reports and maintain documentation of tasks and solutions.
• Follow organizational standards, procedures, and compliance requirements.
• Complete all required training and perform additional duties as assigned.

Qualifications:

• Required Experience
• Minimum 5 years of experience in Active Directory administration.
• Minimum 5 years of experience as a Cloud Administrator.
• Strong knowledge of Microsoft Azure core services.

• Preferred Skills
• Experience with PowerShell scripting.
• Understanding of DevOps principles and the Software Development Life Cycle (SDLC).
• Knowledge of virtual networking and security protocols.
• Experience with cost management and optimization in cloud environments.

• Certifications
• Microsoft Certified: Azure Solutions Architect Expert.
• Microsoft Certified: Azure Administrator Associate.

Salary:

Pay Rate: $56.00 per hour (Annual Salary: $116,480)