System Administrator

Your Mission: Architect, Lead, and Execute • Infrastructure Architecture & Strategy: Assess our current environment and design future-proof, scalable solutions for our datacenter, network, and cloud presence. • Hands-On Technical Leadership: Deploy, manage, and optimize our core technologies, including our virtualization platforms, enterprise storage, and advanced security solutions. • Team Leadership & Mentorship: Lead a team of engineers and helpdesk specialists, fostering a culture of technical excellence, collaboration, and continuous learning. Core Responsibilities & Impact: • Design & Manage: Take ownership of our datacenter and hybrid cloud architecture, including VMware vSphere, Hyper-V, and Microsoft Azure integrations. • Administer & Secure: Master our Microsoft ecosystem, including Active Directory, ADFS, Group Policy, and the full M365 suite (Exchange Online, Teams, SharePoint). • Optimize & Protect: Configure and manage enterprise storage (Dell Unity/VxRail), network infrastructure (LAN/WAN, VLANs), and multi-layered security using Sophos, Fortinet, and Cloudflare (WAF, Zero Trust). • Ensure Resilience: Maintain and enhance our business continuity with robust backup and disaster recovery solutions like Veeam, Druva, and Veritas. • Lead & Grow: Mentor junior staff, manage IT projects, and collaborate with business leaders to align technology with institutional goals. • Required Experience: • Proven Leadership: A minimum of 7+ years in IT, with 3+ years in an infrastructure leadership or senior architectural role. • Degree in Information Technology, Computer Science, or a related field. Deep, Hands-On Expertise In: • Virtualization: VMware vSphere (vCenter, HA, DRS) and Microsoft Hyper-V/SCVMM. • Microsoft Enterprise Stack: Advanced Active Directory, ADFS, GPO, and hybrid Azure AD/M365 environments. • Networking & Security: Designing and managing complex LAN/WANs, VLANs, and enterprise firewalls (Sophos/Fortinet). • Storage & Backup: Managing enterprise SAN/NAS systems (Dell EMC Unity/VxRail) and backup solutions (Veeam/Druva). • Cloud Technologies: Proven experience with Microsoft Azure (IaaS, Storage, Networking, Identity). • Preferred Qualifications ( • You are an ideal candidate if you hold certifications such as: • Microsoft: MCSE / Azure Administrator (AZ-104) • Cisco: CCNA • VMware: VCP / VCTA • Firewall: Fortinet NSE / Sophos Certified Engineer • ITSM: ITIL Foundation