Sr Systems Administrator Windows Server, Azure & Microsoft 365

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We reaching out about an exciting Direct client opportunity with one of our clients. Please review the requirements and let me know if you are interested in this position?

Direct client Req:: Need Sr Systems Administrator Windows Server, Azure & Microsoft 365 ,Onsite, VA

PLEASE SEND THE RESUMES TO SKUMAR AT DIASOFTWARESOLUTIONS DOT COM !

Job Description:

The Systems Administrator is a hands-on technical role focused on disciplined execution of operational processes, including patching, monitoring, backup, and system maintenance. The position works under the direction of the Director of Infrastructure & Operations and collaborates with Network Engineering, Information Security, End User Services, and Application/Data teams.

Key Responsibilities

Infrastructure Administration

• Administer Windows Server environments (on-premises and cloud)
• Manage Active Directory, Group Policy, DNS, and DHCP
• Support Microsoft 365 services (Exchange Online, Entra ID/Azure AD)
• Maintain system performance, availability, and configuration
  
  

Patch Management & Vulnerability Remediation

• Execute structured patching for servers and core systems
• Coordinate with leadership on scheduling and system impact
• Support vulnerability remediation aligned to security priorities
• Validate patches prior to deployment
• Track patch compliance and status
  
  

Security & Compliance Support

• Implement security controls defined by the Information Security Office
• Support identity and access management practices, including MFA
• Assist with system hardening, logging, and monitoring integrations
• Provide support for audits and compliance activities
  
  

Monitoring & Incident Response

• Monitor systems and respond to alerts and operational issues
• Provide Tier 2/3 support for infrastructure incidents
• Participate in incident response and escalation processes
• Contribute to root cause analysis and service improvements
  
  

Backup & Disaster Recovery

• Administer backup and recovery solutions
• Perform and validate backup and restore testing
• Support recovery objectives (RTO/RPO)
  
  

Change Management & Operations

• Follow defined change management processes
• Execute infrastructure changes in a controlled manner
• Participate in CAB or similar governance processes
  
  

Cross-Team Collaboration

• Partner with Network Engineering on infrastructure dependencies
• Coordinate with End User Services on user-impacting changes
• Support Application/Data teams on system integrations
• Communicate system status, risks, and issues to leadership
  
  

Required Qualifications

• Experience administering Windows Server environments
• Strong knowledge of Active Directory and Group Policy
• Experience supporting Microsoft 365 (Exchange Online, Entra ID/Azure AD)
• Experience with patch management and system maintenance
• Familiarity with backup and recovery solutions
• Basic understanding of networking concepts
  
  

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience in government or regulated environments
• Experience with hybrid infrastructure (on-premises and Azure)
• Familiarity with NIST or similar frameworks
• Experience with virtualization (VMware or Hyper-V)
• Exposure to monitoring, SIEM, or endpoint management tools
  
  

Knowledge, Skills, And Abilities

• Strong troubleshooting and problem-solving skills
• Ability to manage multiple operational tasks and priorities
• Effective communication and teamwork across technical groups
• Ability to follow structured processes and governance standards
• Focus on system reliability, security, and continuous improvement
  
  

Working Conditions

• Office-based environment
• Occasional after-hours support for maintenance or incidents
• Limited travel between office locations may be required
  
  

Additional Information

• This role supports core Infrastructure & Operations functions and contributes to the agency s ability to deliver secure and reliable IT services. The Systems Administrator operates within defined governance processes to ensure consistency, stability, and risk reduction across the environment.
  
  

Fill the above skills in the below box and have consultant to complete

SKILLS MATRIX

Skill

Required

Amount of Experience

Experience

Windows Server administration

Nice to have

5 Years

Active Directory administration

Required

5 Years

Group Policy management

Required

3 Years

DNS and DHCP administration

Required

3 Years

Microsoft 365 administration

Required

3 Years

Entra ID (Azure AD) administration

Required

2 Years

Server patch management

Required

3 Years

System monitoring and alert response

Required

3 Years

Backup and recovery administration

Required

3 Years

Virtualization (VMware and/or Hyper-V)

Required

3 Years

File and print services

Required

2 Years

PowerShell scripting

Required

2 Years

Operating system troubleshooting

Required

5 Years

Change management participation

Required

2 Years

Incident response support

Required

2 Years

Root cause analysis participation

Required

2 Years

Documentation maintenance

Required

2 Years

Maintenance window execution

Required

2 Years

Ticket/work management systems

Required

3 Years

MFA administration/support

Required

2 Years

System hardening practices

Required

2 Years

Vulnerability remediation execution

Required

2 Years

Access control management

Required

2 Years

Security policy adherence

Required

2 Years

NIST/security framework exposure

Required

2 Years

Communication and collaboration

Required

3 Years

Operational prioritization

Required

3 Years

Structured/process-oriented work

Required

3 Years

Working in team-based IT operations

Required

3 Years

Azure infrastructure administration

Desired

2 Years

Hybrid cloud environments

Desired

2 Years

Intune/endpoint management

Desired

1 Years

Identity federation/SSO

Desired

1 Years

Conditional Access policies

Desired

1 Years

SIEM/EDR exposure

Desired

1 Years

Advanced PowerShell scripting

Desired

1 Years

Infrastructure automation

Desired

1 Years

Government IT experience

Desired

2 Years

Regulated environment experience

Desired

2 Years

DIA SOFTWARE SOLUTIONS LLC.

Austin, TX 78727| Direct:

DIA SOFTWARE SOLUTIONS is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer that supports workplace diversity. All employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, marital or family status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or genetic information. All Dia soft staff must be able to demonstrate the legal right to work in the United States. DIA SOFTWARE SOLUTIONS is an E-Verify employer