Systems Administrator

Administer Windows Server environments, Active Directory, Microsoft Entra ID (Azure AD), Microsoft 365, Azure, DNS, DHCP, and related infrastructure services. Configure and support Microsoft Intune, Group Policy, Windows imaging, endpoint management, workstation deployment, and device lifecycle management.

Systems Administrator

GavinHeath is partnering with a client in Salem, OR looking to add a Systems Administrator to their team. The role is a CONTRACT position.

Responsibilities:

• Support two major enterprise technology modernization initiatives:
  • Data Center Modernization
  • Enterprise Mac-to-Windows Migration
• Plan, implement, test, deploy, document, and support enterprise infrastructure solutions.
• Migrate on-premises physical and virtual servers to Microsoft Azure.
• Assist with modernization of enterprise identity services and authentication platforms.
• Administer Windows Server environments, Active Directory, Microsoft Entra ID (Azure AD), Microsoft 365, Azure, DNS, DHCP, and related infrastructure services.
• Design and implement Azure virtual machines and Azure services while assisting with cloud migration strategy.
• Support migration and modernization of legacy applications, including FileMaker environments.
• Consolidate and simplify authentication environments currently utilizing Local Active Directory, Microsoft Entra ID (Azure AD), and Open Directory.
• Assist with decommissioning legacy Windows domains and supporting infrastructure.
• Configure and support Microsoft Intune, Group Policy, Windows imaging, endpoint management, workstation deployment, and device lifecycle management.
• Support the transition of approximately 400 users from managed macOS devices to a managed Windows laptop environment.
• Participate in pilot deployments, production implementations, testing, troubleshooting, and operational readiness activities.
• Provide Tier III systems administration support and operational troubleshooting.
• Develop technical documentation, standard operating procedures, and knowledge transfer materials.
• Collaborate with project managers, technical staff, vendors, and business stakeholders.
• Communicate project risks, issues, dependencies, and recommendations proactively.
• Perform additional systems administration activities necessary to support project and operational objectives.

Qualifications:

• Senior-level experience administering enterprise Windows infrastructure.
• Strong experience with:
  • Windows Server
  • Active Directory
  • Microsoft Entra ID (Azure AD)
  • Microsoft 365
  • DNS
  • DHCP
  • Group Policy
  • Microsoft Intune
• Experience deploying and managing enterprise Windows workstations.
• Experience supporting endpoint management and device lifecycle processes.
• Strong troubleshooting and root cause analysis skills.
• Experience creating technical documentation and operational procedures.
• Ability to work independently while collaborating effectively across technical teams.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Preferred:
  • Microsoft Azure administration, including VM deployment, Azure services, and cloud migrations
  • VMware ESX environments
  • Server virtualization
  • Data center modernization initiatives
  • Identity modernization projects
  • Enterprise Windows deployment at scale
  • PowerShell scripting
  • Workspace ONE
  • Migration of legacy infrastructure and applications
  • Relevant Microsoft certifications
  • Experience supporting large enterprise infrastructure modernization efforts.

GavinHeath is an equal opportunity employer. GavinHeath will extend equal opportunity to all individuals without regard to race, religion, color, sex (including pregnancy, sexual orientation and gender identity), national origin, disability, age, creed, ancestry, genetic information, or any other status protected under applicable federal, state, or local laws.