Lead System Administrator
External
Constructionresources · 196 Rio Circle, Decatur, GA, 30030Prepare for this interview
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Responsibilities
- Lead administration of Windows and Linux servers, Active Directory, Entra ID, Intune configuration profiles, Intune admin profiles, Intune policies and Group Policies.
- Manage Azure infrastructure including implementation of IaaS/PaaS, building virtual resources, storage accounts, and networking.
- . Apply Microsoft and industry best practices to the implementation and operation of Azure IaaS and PaaS, both in cloud-optimized and lift-and-shift scenarios.
- Automation and Infrastructure as Code (IaC) scripts using Terraform, Ansible, and PowerShell.
- Manage and optimize virtualization environments (VMware, Horizon, Hyper V, Azure) and cloud resources.
- Work with the security team to design and implement backup and disaster recovery strategies.
- Ensure network security and performance, including SASE, firewall and VPN configurations.
- Monitor system health and performance; proactively detect and prevent or swiftly resolve complex issues.
- Mentor and develop team of system administrators and provide technical leadership.
- Collaborate with Enterprise Application and Cyber Security teams to mitigate risk and maintain compliance and security standards.
- EXPERIENCE & QUALIFICATIONS
- 10+ years of experience in system administration (Windows/Linux).
- Advanced in-depth Azure Experience (Landing Zones, AVD, Monitoring, Performance Management, etc.).
- Strong expertise in VMware, Active Directory, Entra, and cloud platforms (Azure, AWS).
- Advanced knowledge of networking fundamentals and security best practices.
- Proficiency in automation (PowerShell, Bash, other scripting tools, Intune).
- Experience with monitoring tools and incident response.
- Experience with Intune and Autopilot administration
Requirements
- Certifications: Microsoft Certified: Windows Server, Azure, VMware VCP, Security+.
- Familiarity with DevOps principles and Infrastructure as Code.
Benefits
Additional Information
At Construction Resources and its affiliated companies, we are more than a distributor-we are a trusted partner to designers, builders, remodelers, and homeowners. For over 50 years, we've delivered integrated solutions that help turn ideas into reality across residential, multi-family, and commercial projects. Our success is built on collaboration, craftsmanship, and a commitment to excellence. Whether you contribute on the design floor, in operations, or in the field, you'll be part of a dedicated team that values people, quality, and continuous growth. Our affiliated brands include Cancos, UMI/Opustone, and Bell Cabinetry. POSITION OVERVIEW The Senior System Administrator will lead the administration and optimization of our IT infrastructure, ensuring high availability, security, and scalability across on-premises and cloud environments. This role involves mentoring team members, driving automation, and implementing best practices for system reliability and security along with leading projects including M&A integrations to support CR's growth goals. The right candidate should have a customer-centric focus and delight in implementing and maintaining resilient infrastructure to meet business needs. This role emphasizes automation and hybrid cloud integration and requires extensive Azure experience. Our Tech Stack - Cloud: Azure and AWS (S3) for select workloads - Virtualization: VMware vSphere, Hyper V, Azure - Operating Systems: Windows Server, Linux (Ubuntu/CentOS) - Networking: Zscaler, Cisco, Ubiquiti - Automation: PowerShell, Intune - Monitoring: Goliath, Datto, Azure - Security: Active Directory, CrowdStrike, ZTN, Qualys - Helpdesk: Jira Service Management
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