What are the responsibilities and job description for the Microsoft Systems Administrator position at Techstra Solutions?
We are seeking a skilled Microsoft Systems Administrator with experience in managing and supporting Azure, Microsoft 365 (M365), and Active Directory (AD) environments. This role will involve managing, configuring, and troubleshooting the organization's cloud-based infrastructure, Microsoft 365 services, and on-premises Active Directory systems. The successful candidate will play a key role in ensuring the security, performance, and reliability of our IT systems.
Responsibilities:
- Ensure compliance with IT security requirements and policies;
- Ensure reliable monitoring and alerting for systems infrastructure;
- Identity management on platforms using Azure Active Directory and Active Directory Domain Service;
- Develop and deploy Group Policy objects that optimize the org’s global security posture as well as enhance end user workflows;
- Design, deploy, and maintain a hybrid multi-forest Active Directory infrastructure using industry best practices;
- Resolve support tickets as they’re escalated from other teams;
- Implement and support the integration of applications into a centralized SSO infrastructure using OIDC and SAML protocols.
Requirements:
- Provide subject matter expertise in troubleshooting all issues related to the Windows server infrastructure;
- Perform other related duties as assigned;
- Maintain and administer operating systems, server security and Microsoft services;
- Available to work off-hours to perform maintenance or in case of emergencies;
- Investigate and resolve application problems and enterprise monitoring alarms;
- Install, upgrade, configure and maintain server systems hardware and software;
- Minimum of 6 years’ experience in System Administration;
- Identity management tools such as Quest Active Roles, Adaxes, Windows Admin Center;
- Bachelor’s degree in related field or equivalent experience;
- Effective time management and organizational skills;
- Familiarity with MDM/MAM platforms such as Intune and Jamf;
- Multi-forest/multi-site AD architecture and troubleshooting;
- Learn from and educate your fellow team members;
- Strict adherence to company processes, change management and other procedures in accordance to regulatory requirements;
- Develop technical designs and estimates to meet the business needs while supporting the company’s overall IT direction and standards.
Location: Pittsburgh
At Techstra Solutions, we help top companies and brands achieve the business value of Digital and Talent Transformation. We believe there are three components in successful business transformation: Business Strategy, Technology and Talent. It is the coming together of these three disciplines that enable companies to take full advantage of opportunities. It differentiates us. Our approach is holistic and all encompassing. We consider the full picture as we guide our clients on this journey.
We are experts in transformation, business strategy, technology, innovation, and human capital management. We deliver our expertise through client consulting, innovative staffing solutions and software development. From strategy through implementation, we are dedicated to bringing our clients world-class business and talent solutions that fit strategic requirements and most importantly, deliver results.
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