CONTRACT-TO-HIRE - SR. SYSTEMS ADMINISTRATOR

Overview

On Site
$60 - $80
Contract - W2
Contract - Independent
Contract - 6 Month(s)
No Travel Required

Skills

Active Directory
Amazon Web Services
Cloud Computing
Computer Hardware
AWS
Conflict Resolution
DNS
Directory Services
Documentation
Dragon NaturallySpeaking
FOCUS
Facilitation
Firewall
Good Clinical Practice
Google Cloud Platform
ISO/IEC 27001:2005
IT Infrastructure
IT Service Management
Identity Management
Innovation
JIRA
Leadership
Management
Meraki
Microsoft
Microsoft Azure
Migration
Multi-factor Authentication
Network
Network Design
Onboarding
Optimization
Problem Solving
Project Delivery
Provisioning
Python
Regulatory Compliance
Routing
SPF
SSO
SaaS
Scripting
Security Engineering
Service Management
ServiceNow
Slack
Stakeholder Engagement
Switches
System Administration
System On A Chip
Videoconferencing
Windows PowerShell
Wireless Communication
Workflow
Google Workplace Administration
Azure Active Directory
Jamf Pro
email architecture
DNS configuration
configuration
PowerShell
Microsoft Intune
deployment
network infrastructure
infrastructure
networking
endpoint management
Autopilot
switching
firewalls
wireless
Azure
GCP
SOC 2
ISO 27001
NIST
video conferencing
Neat
ITSM
Zendesk
Cloud
cloud networking

Job Details

Client is NOT willing to provide sponsorship.

 

THIS IS AN OUTSTANDING CONTRACT-TO-HIRE OPPORTUNITY, PRESENTING A PATHWAY TO A FULL-TIME POSITION AFTER A SUCCESSFUL 6 MONTH CONTRACT.

 

*** Please note that this role is 100% onsite. Candidates must currently reside within the DFW area and be willing to work out of our client's downtown office Monday through Friday.***

 

ABOUT

We are seeking a Senior Systems Administrator who thrives operating in a fast-paced and highly collaborative setting, providing critical support to a large user base (exceeding 1,000 individuals). A proactive, problem-solving, self-starting, seasoned technical leader is wanted! In this role, you'll lead key infrastructure initiatives, drive smart automation, and help scale IT systems that support a fast-growing organization.


The technology infrastructure is modern and cloud-centric, with key platforms including Google Workspace, Azure AD, Slack, and Zoom facilitating daily operations. Individuals who embrace a high degree of ownership and autonomy are sought, empowered to make technical decisions and drive initiatives. Innovation and seamless collaboration define the workplace culture.

 

RESPONSIBILITIES

  • Lead and evolve hybrid infrastructure with a focus on Google Workspace, Microsoft Azure AD, and enterprise SaaS platforms.
  • Administer Google Workspace, with expertise in email routing, DNS configuration, SPF/DKIM/DMARC, and Google Directory Services (user lifecycle, groups, org units).
  • Own identity and access management using Azure AD (Entra ID), including SSO, MFA, conditional access, and cross-platform integrations.
  • Drive automation using tools like PowerShell, Python, or equivalent scripting frameworks.
  • Oversee and support network infrastructure, including vendor-managed systems and services (e.g., configurations, segmentation, monitoring).
  • Manage user provisioning, deprovisioning, and integrations for tools like Slack, Zoom, and other collaboration platforms.
  • Participate in data and systems migrations, including onboarding of new technologies, user transitions, and application integrations.
  • Collaborate with security, engineering, and compliance teams to uphold standards such as SOC 2, ISO 27001, and NIST.
  • Lead cross-functional IT initiatives, including architectural planning, system optimization, and technical project delivery.
  • Maintain clear, accessible documentation for systems, workflows, automation scripts, and support processes.

 

REQUIRED

  • 7+ years of IT systems administration experience, including a leadership or ownership role in prior environments.
  • Experience supporting 1,000+ users in medium to large-scale environments with cross-functional stakeholder engagement.
  • Strong experience with Google Workspace administration, including email architecture, DNS configuration, SPF/DKIM/DMARC, and directory services.
  • Expertise in Azure Active Directory (Entra ID) and access governance.
  • Strong scripting and automation skills using PowerShell, Python, or equivalent tools.
  • Familiarity with endpoint management tools such as Microsoft Intune and Jamf Pro, including Autopilot deployment (hands-on knowledge, not specialization).
  • Practical experience with managing or supporting network infrastructure across distributed environments.
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills with a proactive and solution-oriented mindset.

 

PREFERRED

  • Experience with Meraki network solutions (switching, firewalls, wireless).
  • Experience with cloud platforms like Azure, Google Cloud Platform, or AWS.
  • Familiarity with security/compliance best practices (SOC 2, ISO 27001, NIST).
  • Prior experience supporting or deploying Neat video conferencing hardware.
  • Exposure to modern ITSM platforms such as Jira Service Management, ServiceNow, or Zendesk (optional)
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