Systems Administrator

Job Title: Advanced Systems Administrator Job Location: Tallahassee, FL (On-Site) Position Overview We are seeking anAdvanced Systems Administratorto support and enhance a complex, multi-platform IT environment. This role will help oversee day-to-day operations and provide project-based support acrossserver infrastructure, cloud platforms, identity services, security hardening, and Microsoft 365 ecosystems. You will own medium-to-high complexity issues end-to-end, partner with multiple internal and external stakeholders, and drive improvements in performance, reliability, security, and cost efficiency. Key Responsibilities Provide operational support, maintenance, administration, and troubleshooting forWindows Server environments. Administer and supportIISand related web/application hosting components. Monitor systems and applications foravailability, performance, and security, and implement improvements. Coordinate server configuration and administration across multiple teams and third parties. Recommend and plan forserver/software upgrades, lifecycle management, and risk reduction. Implement and maintain network and system performance through monitoring, tuning, and root-cause analysis. Establish and maintain secure connectivity, includingfirewalls, policies, and procedures. Identify opportunities torefactor solutionsfor improved cost, performance, and operational efficiency. Support and enhancemulti-cloud services, with a strong focus onAWSand working knowledge ofAzure(plus other platforms as applicable). Create and manageAzure DevOps projects, including: Git repositories and branching strategies CI/CD pipelines Organization and project-level configuration settings Collaborate with and support other IT staff, including developers, to enable secure and reliable deployments. Document and automate administrative tasks to reduce manual effort and improve consistency. Perform other duties as assigned. Required Qualifications Bachelor’s degree (or technical institute degree) in Computer Science, Information Systems, or a related fieldor equivalent professional experience. Strong AWS cloud systems experience (2–3 years)in a production environment. Windows Server experience (2–3 years)supporting Server 2012 R2 / 2016 / 2019 / 2022. IIS administration experience (2–3 years). Solid networking fundamentals and hands-on experience with: TCP/IP, DNS Samba/CIFS file sharing NTFS permissions 5–8 yearsoverall experience in information systems engineering or related roles. 3–5 yearsexperience in infrastructure/network environments across operations, support, maintenance, and administration. Ability to troubleshoot and diagnose issues effectively across multiple technology platforms. Ability to handle sensitive information and follow strict confidentiality expectations. Preferred / Highly Desired Qualifications Microsoft Azure cloud systems experience (2–3 years). Experience with other cloud providers (e.g.,GCP). Strong experience administering Microsoft platforms and services (e.g., Microsoft 365 and related ecosystem). Experience supporting middleware such as: API Management platforms IT service automation tools Batch job services (3–5 years preferred) Strong Linux administration knowledge, includingRed Hat and Ubuntu, andLinux patching. Experience with identity platforms / access management concepts. Core Skills & Competencies Strong analytical and problem-solving skills; able to diagnose issues, determine root cause, and drive resolution. Ability to prioritize, manage competing demands, and context-switch effectively in a fast-paced environment. Strong documentation and automation mindset (scripting/automation to reduce manual work). Strong communication skills (written and verbal); able to share knowledge and collaborate across teams. Understanding of: Cloud-based network architectures Security hardening, privacy, and compliance considerations Infrastructure and application architecture fundamentals Self-motivated, able to work independently, and also effective in collaborative team environments. Equal Employment Opportunity Statement Gravity IT Resources is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees and applicants. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, sexual orientation, or gender identity), national origin, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, or any other legally protected characteristic. All employment decisions are based on qualifications, merit, and business needs. #J-18808-Ljbffr