Network & Systems Administrator / Tier III

Cherry Bekaert • Washington, DC

5h • $45 - $50 • Onsite

About The Position

We are seeking a highly skilled Network & Systems Administrator (Tier III) to support and maintain a hybrid Microsoft-based IT environment. This role bridges advanced end-user support and systems administration, requiring a hands-on professional who can operate across both infrastructure and user-facing responsibilities. The ideal candidate will have strong experience in Microsoft 365 administration, hybrid Active Directory environments, and PowerShell scripting, with the ability to manage and automate large-scale system changes.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Information Technology, Computer Science, or related field
• 5+ years of experience in systems and network administration
• Strong experience in Microsoft 365 administration and configuration
• Hands-on experience with: Active Directory (on-prem and hybrid environments)
• Hands-on experience with: Azure (cloud services and management)
• Hands-on experience with: Entra ID (Azure AD)
• Hands-on experience with: Microsoft Defender, SCCM, and Intune
• Advanced PowerShell scripting experience (automation, bulk actions, reporting)
• Experience supporting LAN/WAN environments
• Ability to operate at a Tier III support level

Nice To Haves

• Experience working in hybrid cloud environments transitioning from on-prem to cloud
• Familiarity with endpoint management in cloud-based environments
• Strong troubleshooting and problem-solving skills across both systems and networks
• Experience supporting multi-site organizations with remote users

Responsibilities

• Administer and configure Microsoft 365 (M365) environment, including user management and service optimization
• Manage hybrid Active Directory (on-premises and Azure AD/Entra ID) environments
• Support and maintain Azure cloud infrastructure, including Azure resource management
• Administer tools such as Microsoft Defender, SCCM, Intune, and Azure Management services
• Support LAN/WAN network infrastructure across corporate and field offices (Phoenix, Los Angeles, and remote users)
• Perform system patching, upgrades, and maintenance across servers and endpoints
• Assist with light infrastructure management across cloud and on-premises servers
• Provide advanced (Tier III) technical support for complex system and user issues
• Act as an escalation point between help desk/end-user support and engineering teams
• Support a distributed workforce with both on-site and remote users
• Develop and maintain PowerShell scripts to automate administrative tasks
• Perform bulk user and system management tasks (e.g., account provisioning, deprovisioning, updates)
• Execute large-scale changes such as bulk account disabling, cleanup, and device wiping
• Generate automated reporting (e.g., AD user attributes, system data extraction)
• Manage user onboarding and offboarding processes within AD/M365
• Provision devices and user accounts in accordance with company policies
• Ensure secure and efficient access management across systems

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Mid Level