Cloud Systems Administrator

AIT Worldwide Logistics, Inc.•Itasca, IL

4d•$84,300 - $126,440•Hybrid

About The Position

The Cloud Systems Administrator ensures high availability and optimal performance of Windows Server environments by overseeing the installation, maintenance, upgrades, and patching of all server systems. Monitors and analyzes server performance, proactively identifying and resolving issues to maintain continuity across on‑premises and cloud infrastructures. Manages enterprise‑wide email systems, including administration, troubleshooting, and lifecycle maintenance. Supports organizational growth by assisting with email and Active Directory integrations during acquisitions, ensuring seamless identity, access, and messaging consolidation.

Requirements

High School Diploma or GED with relevant work experience
3+ years Infrastructure or cloud experience
Windows Server Administration: Skilled in managing, maintaining, upgrading, and securing Windows Server 2016–2025 environments.
Active Directory & Core Services: Proficient with AD, DHCP, DNS, GPOs, OU structure, and identity related infrastructure.
Cloud Platforms: Experience supporting AWS and Azure environments, including cloud resource management and optimization.
Infrastructure as Code: Strong IaC skills, preferably using PowerShell for automation, configuration, and provisioning.
Exchange & O365 Administration: Ability to diagnose and resolve issues across Exchange, Microsoft 365, and integrated messaging systems.
Monitoring & High Availability: Knowledge of system monitoring, DR strategies, and high availability architectures for enterprise environments.
Backup & Disaster Recovery: Skilled in maintaining backup systems, validating restore processes, and ensuring DR readiness.
Analytical & Project Management Skills: Ability to manage multiple concurrent projects, prioritize effectively, and apply strong analytical reasoning to technical challenges.

Nice To Haves

Bachelor's Degree Computer Science, Information Technology, or related field
Work experience in a Hybrid cloud and enterprise-scale work environment
Terraform: Familiarity with Terraform for cloud automation and IaC workflows

Responsibilities

Install, maintain, upgrade, and patch Windows Server 2016–2025 environments; ensure secure, stable, and compliant server operations.
Identify, investigate, and remediate potential issues before they impact availability; perform root cause analysis and implement long term fixes.
Analyze, diagnose, and resolve complex issues related to enterprise email, Microsoft 365 services, and server integrated messaging systems.
Monitor server and cloud system performance, health, and capacity; respond to alerts, incidents, and performance degradations.
Support AWS/Azure environments using Infrastructure as Code (IaC) tools such as Terraform; assist with provisioning, automation, and cloud resource optimization.
Ensure backup systems, replication, and disaster recovery solutions run optimally; monitor job success, test restores, and maintain DR readiness.
Manage and maintain AD, DHCP, DNS, GPOs, OU structure, and server builds; ensure identity and access services remain healthy and secure.
Create clear, actionable knowledgebase articles for Windows, security tools, and operational procedures to support Service Desk efficiency.
Performs other duties as assigned
Complies with all policies and standards