Multi-Cloud Systems Administrator

Job#: 2079796

Job Description:

Apex Systems is seeking a Multi-Cloud Systems Administrator with ability to work onsite in Decatur, IN for 1-2 days per week.

Summary: The successful candidate will be a seasoned professional with robust experience and proficiency in managing Windows and Linux servers within a multi-cloud environment. You will play a vital role in engineering solutions and maintaining compute and storage infrastructures, delivering efficiency through automation, and ensuring scalability, flexibility, and compliance.

Responsibilities

• System administration tasks for Windows Server 2022 and RHEL 8 including regular platform upgrades, vulnerability management, troubleshooting, automation with native scripting languages, performance management, application inventory and administration, and compliance to regulatory baselines.
• Development and execution of deployments using infrastructure-as-code and usage of DevOps pipelines to operate cloud-native services and deployments.
• Administer the lifecycle of SSL certificates and associated infrastructure and domains.
• Manage and test data backups and disaster recovery policies.
• Manage human and system identity lifecycles including onboarding, offboarding, role management, just-in-time privilege escalation, and regular access reviews.
• Implement, update, and regulate group policy and identities in Active Directory and Azure EntraID in conjunction with the Enterprise Access Model.
• Implement highly available network architectures and manage network security and network routing in a hybrid-cloud environment.
• Manage IP based access rules, network address sourcing, and CIDR lists/lists.
• Communicate effectively and promptly with DevSecOps teams to implement appropriate cloud-native solutions and maintain accurate and up-to-date documentation of the system and network infrastructure including diagrams, configuration details, and operational procedures.
• Participate in in-house training programs to foster and spread knowledge and awareness to project teams, promote and empower decision making, and manage incident reports.
• Identify and implement cost-saving improvements and operational efficiencies over the lifespan of projects and resources.

Basic Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or similar field and 4+ years experience in managing server environments. Additional experience may be considered in lieu of a degree.
• Proficiency in both Windows Server and Linux Server operating systems, role services, and application management.
• Proficiency with Active Directory forest and domain architecture and management.
• Demonstrated understanding of cybersecurity and server hardening concepts, implementing regulatory requirements and security policies with templates, group policy, scripts, and/or custom solutions.
• Ability to troubleshoot and implement network connections, firewall and port rules, routing tables, and/or DNS record and resolution management.
• Ability to automate infrastructure tasks.
• Demonstrated ability to independently isolate and resolve problems.
• Self-starter that can work independently while possessing the communication skills to work effectively with software development teams and customers.
• Excellent interpersonal, verbal, and written communication skills. Ability to self-manage work tasks using M365 based tools.
• Demonstrated commitment to continuous learning and professional development.
• Ability to obtain public trust clearance.

Preferred Qualifications

• Master's degree in Computer Science or similar field.
• Cloud or security related certifications such as Azure Solutions Architect Expert, AWS Solutions Architect Professional, and Certified Information System Security Professional.
• Experience with Microsoft Intune, Azure Policy, Azure Monitor, or Azure EntraID.
• Demonstrated proficiency in implementation and enforcement of regulatory compliance and governance controls.
• Proficiency in administration of Azure Entra services including connected applications, policy enforcement, conditional access, and key management.
• Proficiency in implementing network routes, VPNs, DNS, and NSGs.
• Experience with Google Cloud Platform.
• Ability to automate resource provisioning using cloud native tools.
• ability to independently isolate and resolve problems.
• Self-starter that can work independently while possessing the communication skills to work effectively with software development teams and customers.
• Excellent interpersonal, verbal, and written communication skills. Ability to self-manage work tasks using M365 based tools.
• Demonstrated commitment to continuous learning and professional development.

EEO Employer

Apex Systems is an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate or allow discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, creed, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding, or related medical conditions), age, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, genetic information, registered domestic partner status, marital status, disability, status as a crime victim, protected veteran status, political affiliation, union membership, or any other characteristic protected by law. Apex will consider qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with the requirements of applicable law. If you have visited our website in search of information on employment opportunities or to apply for a position, and you require an accommodation in using our website for a search or application, please contact our Employee Services Department at or .

Apex Systems is a world-class IT services company that serves thousands of clients across the globe. When you join Apex, you become part of a team that values innovation, collaboration, and continuous learning. We offer quality career resources, training, certifications, development opportunities, and a comprehensive benefits package. Our commitment to excellence is reflected in many awards, including ClearlyRated's Best of Staffing in Talent Satisfaction in the United States and Great Place to Work in the United Kingdom and Mexico.

Apex Benefits Overview: Apex offers a range of supplemental benefits, including medical, dental, vision, life, disability, and other insurance plans that offer an optional layer of financial protection. We offer an ESPP (employee stock purchase program) and a 401K program which allows you to contribute typically within 30 days of starting, with a company match after 12 months of tenure. Apex also offers a HSA (Health Savings Account on the HDHP plan), a SupportLinc Employee Assistance Program (EAP) with up to 8 free counseling sessions, a corporate discount savings program and other discounts. In terms of professional development, Apex hosts an on-demand training program, provides access to certification prep and a library of technical and leadership courses/books/seminars once you have 6+ months of tenure, and certification discounts and other perks to associations that include CompTIA and IIBA. Apex has a dedicated customer service team for our Consultants that can address questions around benefits and other resources, as well as a certified Career Coach. You can access a full list of our benefits, programs, support teams and resources within our 'Welcome Packet' as well, which an Apex team member can provide.