Senior Systems Administrator

We are seeking an experienced Senior Systems Administrator to take ownership of mission-critical IT systems, ensuring security, scalability, and reliability while contributing to the company's long-term technological strategy. The ideal candidate is a proactive problem-solver with a deep understanding of enterprise IT environments, system administration, cloud computing (Microsoft Azure), and network infrastructure. In this role, you will be responsible for managing and optimizing IT operations, protecting critical business assets, implementing cutting-edge solutions, and collaborating with internal teams and external partners to drive efficiency and innovation. This is a hands-on role that requires technical expertise, leadership, and a strong commitment to delivering high-availability, secure, and scalable IT solutions. Key Responsibilities IT Infrastructure & Systems Administration Oversee the daily operations and maintenance of servers, networks, storage systems, and cloud environments to ensure seamless business operations. Perform server administration tasks, including user/group management, security permissions, group policies, and system monitoring. Manage and maintain enterprise backup and disaster recovery solutions to ensure data protection and business continuity. Implement and maintain security best practices across all IT systems, including firewalls, identity management, endpoint protection, and vulnerability assessments. Proactively monitor datacenter health using advanced management tools and respond to hardware or software issues as they arise. Optimize virtualization and cloud-based environments (Microsoft Azure) to improve system performance and scalability. Project Management & Solution Implementation Lead IT projects related to cloud migration, infrastructure upgrades, security enhancements, and system automation. Design and implement scalable IT solutions that align with business goals and enhance operational efficiency.Collaborate with internal teams and external vendors to evaluate and integrate new technologies. Drive automation initiatives to improve system management, monitoring, and performance optimization. Help Desk Support & Troubleshooting Work closely with the HelpDesk and IT support teams to resolve escalated technical issues and ensure timely issue resolution. Identify root causes of recurring system issues and develop long-term solutions to minimize disruptions. Provide technical mentorship and guidance to junior IT staƯ to enhance team capability. Ensure proper documentation of IT processes, configurations, and troubleshooting procedures. Compliance & Security Management Maintain compliance with industry regulations, data protection laws, and cybersecurity best practices. Conduct regular security audits and vulnerability assessments to identify and mitigate risks. Implement and enforce identity and access management (IAM) policies, security configurations, and compliance controls. Required Qualifications & Experience Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or equivalent experience. 5+ years of experience in IT infrastructure management, systems administration, or network engineering. Hands-on experience with Windows Server, Active Directory, Group Policies, PowerShell scripting, and system automation. Strong knowledge of virtualization technologies (VMware, Hyper-V) and cloud computing (Microsoft Azure). Proficiency in enterprise backup solutions, disaster recovery planning, and business continuity strategies. Experience managing firewalls, routers, switches, VLANs, VPNs, and network security. Demonstrated ability to troubleshoot complex system and network issues across a distributed IT environment. Experience with IT project management, system integration, and crossfunctional collaboration. Preferred Qualifications Certifications such as Microsoft Certified: Azure Administrator Associate, AWSSolutions Architect, VMware VCP, Cisco CCNA/CCNP, or CompTIA Security+. Knowledge of Unix/Linux administration and shell scripting. Experience with containerization (Docker, Kubernetes) and Infrastructure as Code (Terraform, Ansible).Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with a customer-focused mindset.