SYSTEM ADMINISTRATOR II
Formosa Plastics•Livingston, NJ
About The Position
Lead the design, operation, and database administration, and improvement of hybrid infrastructure environments, including Azure and on-premises systems. Ensure performance, reliability, and compliance of core IT services. Provide technical leadership in system architecture, automation, and disaster recovery implementation.
Requirements
- Minimum 5 years of experience in system or cloud administration, including at least 2 years with Azure environments.
- Deep expertise in Microsoft Azure administration and hybrid environment integration.
- Proficiency in SQL Server administration, performance tuning, and T-SQL scripting.
- Strong proficiency in Windows Server, Active Directory, Group Policy, and identity management.
- Advanced PowerShell scripting and automation development.
- Solid understanding of backup, disaster recovery, and high availability configurations.
- Familiarity with virtualization (VMware or Hyper-V) and network fundamentals.
- Experience with system security, patch management, and compliance processes.
- Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills.
- Bachelor’s degree required (Computer Science or MIS preferred); advanced degree a plus.
- Microsoft Certified: Azure Administrator Associate (AZ-104) required
Nice To Haves
- Azure Solutions Architect (AZ-305) or SQL Database Administrator certification (e.g., DP-300) preferred.
Responsibilities
- Design, implement, and optimize Azure cloud infrastructure.
- Design, maintain, and optimize SQL Server and Azure SQL databases, ensuring availability, performance, and security.
- Manage Windows Server environments, Active Directory, and core infrastructure components.
- Develop and maintain advanced PowerShell scripts or automation pipelines for deployment and monitoring.
- Design and manage backup and DR strategies using Azure Site Recovery, Veeam, or similar solutions.
- Enforce system hardening, patch management, and access control in alignment with IT security standards.
- Oversee system monitoring tools, analyze trends, and recommend proactive improvements.
- Lead IT infrastructure and cloud migration projects, ensuring smooth integration and minimal downtime.
- Provide guidance and training to junior administrators.
- Coordinate with vendors and manage technical support contracts.
- Execute advanced technical assignments and strategic IT initiatives as directed by management.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
