Senior Cloud Systems Administrator (Azure)

Sap Ns2•Herndon, VA

2d•Hybrid

About The Position

Join a senior-level infrastructure team responsible for the evaluation, design, implementation, and day-to-day operations of an enterprise Server and Application Services (SAS) environment. You will drive automation, reliability, and security across on-prem and cloud services with a focus on Microsoft Azure, Windows Server, and Linux, ensuring high availability and adherence to stringent security and encryption protocols.

Requirements

5 years in enterprise Systems Administration or Cloud Administration.
Expert-level Microsoft Azure administration.
Senior-level Windows Server administration including Active Directory, DNS, and Group Policy.
4 years of automation scripting with PowerShell or Bash.
Hands-on experience with Ansible for deployments.
Experience working with firewalls.
Experience troubleshooting and patching SUSE, Red Hat, or CentOS.
Vulnerability management and monthly patching experience.
Must be able to work onsite in Herndon, VA at least 3 days/week; local VA residency within ~30 miles required.
Must be a U.S. citizen (single U.S. citizenship only).

Nice To Haves

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or related field.
Relevant certifications such as MCSE, MCITP, Microsoft Azure Fundamentals (AZ-900), Azure Administrator (AZ-104), Azure Solutions Architect (AZ-303/304).
Experience integrating SIEM, backup, and monitoring tools.
Knowledge of security best practices and frameworks (e.g., NIST 800-53).

Responsibilities

Design, implement, and maintain enterprise server and application services with a focus on availability, performance, and security.
Develop and document standards, diagrams, and workflows for server/application landscapes.
Create processes for performance monitoring, incident response, capacity planning, and change management.
Lead incident diagnosis, corrective action, and root cause analysis.
Own vulnerability management and monthly system patching and maintenance.
Oversee configuration, testing, installation, modification, and servicing of server components and applications.
Independently prioritize and manage work based on system criticality.
Coordinate with vendors for evaluation, procurement, and lifecycle management of infrastructure components.
Serve as SME and partner with Cloud Operations, Cyber Security, and Systems Administration teams.
Plan and execute comprehensive systems analysis and design for new infrastructure solutions while maintaining high end-user satisfaction.