Manager Of Systems Administration, Robert Half

Robert Half

Location:
United States, South of Warwick

Category:
IT - Administration

Contract Type:
Employment contract, Contract work

Salary:

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Job Description:

Our organization is seeking a proactive and highly skilled Lead Windows Systems Administrator to oversee and maintain our Windows-based systems while spearheading a diverse team of IT professionals. This hybrid role combines a 50% focus on technical, hands-on systems administration and a 50% focus on team leadership and operational management.

Job Responsibility:

Windows System Management: Oversee the design, installation, configuration, and maintenance of Windows Server environments, ensuring high availability, reliability, and security
Security Measures: Implement security protocols, system updates, and patch management to protect sensitive data and infrastructure
Troubleshooting and Support: Diagnose and resolve performance issues, service disruptions, and capacity planning to safeguard smooth operations
Cloud Integration: Lead cloud-based initiatives, including migration to hybrid or fully cloud infrastructures like Azure or AWS
Automation and Optimization: Deploy automation tools to optimize system performance, scalability, and efficiency
Team Leadership: Manage and mentor a team of systems administrators
Strategic Planning: Partner with IT leadership to align daily operations with long-term strategies
Collaboration: Facilitate cross-departmental collaboration to share insights
Project Execution: Oversee the successful delivery of key initiatives
Budget Oversight: Assist in resource allocation and budgeting

Requirements:

10+ years of IT experience with at least 5+ years in a Windows systems administration role
Expertise in managing Windows Server environments, including Active Directory, DNS, DHCP, and Group Policy
Hands-on experience with virtualization platforms such as VMware or Hyper-V
Familiarity with cloud services including Azure or AWS, with a focus on seamless migrations and integrations
Strong understanding of data backup/restore systems, disaster recovery plans, and end-to-end system monitoring
Proficiency in scripting languages (e.g., PowerShell, Python) and automation tools in enterprise IT environments
Proven leadership experience managing IT teams, enabling skill-building, and driving employee engagement
Ability to translate complex technical concepts for non-technical stakeholders and foster cross-department alignment
Knowledge in addressing technical debt and implementing scalable system frameworks for modernization
Exceptional organizational, problem-solving, and process improvement skills

What we offer:

medical
vision
dental
life and disability insurance
company 401(k) plan
free online training
competitive compensation

Additional Information:

Job Posted:
May 07, 2025

Employment Type:

Fulltime

Work Type:

Hybrid work

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