Senior Systems Administrator

Location: Providence, RI Salary: $50.00 USD Hourly - $55.00 USD Hourly Description: Job Title: Senior Systems Administrator Location: Remote EST Hours Type: Contract 6+ Months Job Summary: The Senior Systems Administrator supports, maintains, and enhances enterprise IT systems across on-premises and cloud environments. This role leads IT project delivery efforts, resolves complex technical issues, and develops system standards and best practices. The position requires strong expertise in Microsoft technologies, infrastructure, automation, and modern device management. Key Responsibilities: Lead the delivery of IT infrastructure and systems projects Develop and implement project plans, risk assessments, and contingency plans Establish system standards and recommend improvements to optimize performance and reliability Define, document, and maintain best practices and support procedures Assist with hardware, software, and vendor evaluations Research, troubleshoot, and resolve complex issues across on-premises, cloud-based, physical, and virtual environments Support deployments and rollouts of new technologies Collaborate with internal teams and peer technical groups as needed Provide coaching and mentoring to other team members Perform special tasks and additional duties as assigned Required Qualifications: 8 or more years of experience in IT infrastructure, systems engineering, or a related field Microsoft certifications (MCSE or equivalent) preferred Advanced knowledge of Windows Server versions 2019 through 2025 Experience with Microsoft application servers and related technologies Strong experience with Microsoft 365, Office 365, Azure, Intune, and modern cloud management services Proficiency in Group Policy design and configuration Strong experience with Active Directory and LDAP user and group administration Solid understanding of networking, operating systems, and troubleshooting concepts Experience with modern device management within the Microsoft ecosystem Proficiency with PowerShell scripting Working knowledge of Bash or Python preferred Experience with virtualization technologies such as VMware or Hyper-V Preferred Qualifications: Experience supporting global deployments and enterprise-scale technology rollouts By providing your phone number, you consent to: (1) receive automated text messages and calls from the Judge Group, Inc. and its affiliates (collectively "Judge") to such phone number regarding job opportunities, your job application, and for other related purposes. Message & data rates apply and message frequency may vary. Consistent with Judge's Privacy Policy, information obtained from your consent will not be shared with third parties for marketing/promotional purposes. Reply STOP to opt out of receiving telephone calls and text messages from Judge and HELP for help. Contact: This job and many more are available through The Judge Group. Please apply with us today!