System Administrator

Illumination Works LLC•Beavercreek, OH

16h

About The Position

ILW is seeking a detail‑oriented Systems Administrator with experience maintaining secure, reliable, and highly available Windows environments. This role requires proven expertise in Azure IaaS and Microsoft Entra ID to support a hybrid workforce, along with strong PowerShell skills to automate routine tasks. The Systems Administrator is responsible for managing identity, access, cloud infrastructure, and endpoint devices while leveraging proactive monitoring and automation to improve system performance, availability, and security.

Requirements

3+ years of experience in a Systems Administrator or similar infrastructure role
Strong expertise with Windows Server, Active Directory, and Group Policy
Hands‑on experience with Microsoft Entra ID, including Conditional Access and MFA
Working knowledge of Azure infrastructure services (VMs, networking, storage)
Experience with Azure monitoring, backup, and disaster recovery solutions
Experience managing automated patching and system updates
Proficiency with Microsoft Intune for endpoint and device management
Intermediate PowerShell scripting skills for automation and administration
Strong troubleshooting, analytical, and problem‑solving abilities
Effective written and verbal communication skills
Ability to obtain a security clearance

Nice To Haves

Microsoft or Azure certifications related to administration, identity, or security
Experience with Hyper‑V and/or VMware virtualization platforms
Familiarity with Windows Autopilot and modern device provisioning
Experience supporting high‑availability or compliance‑focused environments
Knowledge of security best practices, Zero Trust concepts, and identity governance

Responsibilities

Administer and support hybrid identity environments using Microsoft Entra ID and on‑prem Active Directory
Manage user accounts, groups, and access controls using RBAC principles
Configure and maintain Conditional Access policies, MFA, and single sign‑on for SaaS applications
Monitor Entra Connect synchronization health and troubleshoot identity‑related issues
Provision, manage, and maintain Azure IaaS resources including virtual machines, VNets, and storage
Administer Azure Backup and Site Recovery to meet established RPO and RTO requirements
Monitor system performance using Azure Monitor and Log Analytics and resolve issues proactively
Identify and implement cloud cost optimization opportunities
Administer Windows Server 2019/2022 environments, including GPOs, DNS, DHCP, and Active Directory maintenance
Manage patching and update cycles using WSUS or Azure Update Manager to ensure high compliance
Deploy and manage endpoints using Microsoft Intune, including configuration and compliance policies
Develop and maintain PowerShell scripts to automate administrative tasks and reporting
Document systems, procedures, and configuration changes