Systems Administrator

Overview

On Site
Depends on Experience
Contract - Independent
Contract - W2
Contract - 7 Month(s)

Skills

Systems Administrator
AWS (Amazon Web Services)
Microsoft Azure
Active Directory (AD)
Windows Server 2016+
Linux Administration
PowerShell Scripting
Cloud Infrastructure
IAM (Identity and Access Management)

Job Details

Position: Systems Administrator
Location: Tallahassee, FL
Duration: 7 Months+ [10/24/2025 6/30/2026] with an option for a 12-month renewal

Job Description

We are seeking a skilled Enterprise Systems Administrator to join a state government IT team in Tallahassee, FL. This role will serve as a Subject Matter Expert (SME), responsible for optimizing and managing both cloud (AWS/Azure) and on-premises environments, ensuring security, reliability, and scalability for critical systems. The ideal candidate will bring strong hands-on expertise in AWS, Microsoft Azure, Active Directory, Windows/Linux administration, and scripting.

Responsibilities

  • Develop, deploy, and maintain optimized AWS services and resources.

  • Manage AWS IAM and security infrastructure.

  • Administer Microsoft Azure Entra ID, Active Directory, and related resources.

  • Monitor and optimize Azure resource performance, identifying and resolving contention issues.

  • Analyze, troubleshoot, and resolve Windows (2016+) and Linux server issues.

  • Write and maintain PowerShell scripts for system monitoring and automation.

  • Work with data center staff, OIT, and stakeholders to deploy, upgrade, and configure resources.

  • Assist application owners/users with secure application access.

  • Develop and maintain technical documentation, procedures, and standards.

  • Provide recommendations for infrastructure process improvements.

  • Research and recommend solutions to meet functional and security requirements.

  • Support multiple projects with scheduling, planning, and reporting.

  • Perform additional system administration duties as required.

Required Qualifications

  • Bachelor s or Master s in Computer Science, Information Systems, or related field (or 4 years of equivalent work experience).

  • 3+ years AWS experience (cloud management, IAM, deployments).

  • 5+ years Windows server administration, including Windows Server 2016+.

  • 5+ years Active Directory, DNS, and Group Policy administration in enterprise environments (1,000+ users).

  • 2+ years Microsoft Azure experience.

  • 3+ years Linux server administration.

  • Strong PowerShell scripting experience.

  • Hands-on experience with cloud/virtual server environments.

  • Proven ability to install, maintain, and support third-party applications.

  • Must successfully complete a Level II Background Check.

Preferred Qualifications

  • Experience with Microsoft Azure Government and AWS GovCloud.

  • Experience with state government projects and Rule 60GG-1, F.A.C. compliance.

  • Knowledge of criminal justice IT standards.

  • Project management experience with large, distributed user bases.

  • Strong collaboration and communication skills to work with technical and non-technical stakeholders.

  • Additional IT knowledge in areas such as programming or data analytics.

Key Skills

  • AWS (EC2, IAM, Security, Cloud Optimization)

  • Microsoft Azure (Entra ID, Active Directory, Cloud Resource Management)

  • Windows Server (2016 and newer) Administration

  • Linux Server Administration

  • PowerShell Scripting

  • DNS, Group Policy, Enterprise Infrastructure

  • Cloud & Virtual Environments

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