job summary: The ideal individual should have a high degree of confidence in ability to design, engineer, and implement server infrastructure. The position requires configuring and managing servers of different operating systems including installing, fixing issues, and upgrading while implementing enhancements to them to improve performance and reliability. The candidate must be a proactive self-starter with excellent technical and non-technical communication skills. Capability of managing multiple service providers is required for this role. The candidate will also work within a team context reporting to the Network and Server manager. This role also requires traveling, less than 10%. Required Skills: Hybrid Infrastructure Management: - Design, deploy, and maintain both cloud-based and on-premises infrastructure solutions. - Ensure seamless integration and interoperability between cloud an on-premises environments. - Implement best practices for scalability, performance, and reliability across hybrid infrastructure. - Deep understanding and configuration for protocols (e.g., SMTP, DNS, FTP, NFS, TCP/IP). - Expert ability to design and implement a resilient and secure server infrastructure based on Microsoft Windows Server technology. - Deep familiarity working with Certificates and Certificate Authority server services. - Develop and maintain Disaster Recovery (DR), High Availability (HA), and Business Continuity Planning (BCP) strategies for critical systems. Ensures all systems are deployed with appropriate backup and archiving strategies. Bachelor's degree in Electrical & Electronics, Computer Science or related field - Minimum 3 years of experience in IT server administration, development or related field - Related MS Azure or AWS certification (MCSE highly desired) - U.S. Citizenship Required for administering Azure Gov environment location: Purchase, New York job type: Permanent salary: $135,000 - 155,000 per year work hours: 8am to 4pm education: Bachelors responsibilities: Hybrid Infrastructure Management: - Design, deploy, and maintain both cloud-based and on-premises infrastructure solutions. - Ensure seamless integration and interoperability between cloud an on-premises environments. - Implement best practices for scalability, performance, and reliability across hybrid infrastructure. - Deep understanding and configuration for protocols (e.g., SMTP, DNS, FTP, NFS, TCP/IP). - Expert ability to design and implement a resilient and secure server infrastructure based on Microsoft Windows Server technology. - Deep familiarity working with Certificates and Certificate Authority server services. - Develop and maintain Disaster Recovery (DR), High Availability (HA), and Business Continuity Planning (BCP) strategies for critical systems. Ensures all systems are deployed with appropriate backup and archiving strategies. Cloud Platform Management: - Design, deploy and administer cloud-based virtualization environments including Microsoft Azure, complying with strict cybersecurity requirements. - Implement and optimize cloud-based solutions for efficiency, cost-effectiveness, and security. - Monitor cloud infrastructure performance, troubleshoot issues, and ensure high availability of services. - Experience in configuration and administration of Microsoft 365 services including Teams, Exchange Online, SharePoint/OneDrive, and Teams. - Experience managing enterprise endpoints using Microsoft Intune On-Premises Infrastructure Management: - Administer and maintain physical and virtual servers and storage equipment. - Configure and optimize on-premises systems for performance, reliability, and security. - Experience with DNS, DHCP, Kerberos, Entra ID, and Active Directory including managing/maintaining GPOs. - Perform routine maintenance tasks, backups, and upgrades as needed. - Proficient, working knowledge of core Microsoft Windows services such as clustering and storage spaces. - Proficient, working knowledge of VMWare ESXi 7.0.x.x and VMWare virtual networking (vSwitch). - Proficient, working knowledge deploying and maintaining Microsoft HCI Hyper-V Clusters. - Proficient, working knowledge of Hyper-V virtual networking and storage. - Proficient, working knowledge of deploying network-based storage solutions (SAN, NAS) and cloud backup services. Familiarity with Veeam and similar backup software is required. - Knowledge of PowerShell. Additional FunctionsTechnical Support and Incident Response: - Work with the help desk team to assist complex trouble shootings. - Provide technical support and troubleshooting assistance for issues related to hybrid infrastructure, ensuring timely resolution. - Participate in incident response activities and contribute to post-incident reviews to identify root causes and prevent future occurrences. - Lead cloud recommendations and security readiness; implement, manage and secure cloud systems with internal technical team. qualifications: Experience level: ExperiencedMinimum 5 years of experienceEducation: Bachelors (required) skills: Azure (2 years of experience is required) Equal Opportunity Employer: Race, Color, Religion, Sex, Sexual Orientation, Gender Identity, National Origin, Age, Genetic Information, Disability, Protected Veteran Status, or any other legally protected group status.At Randstad Digital, we welcome people of all abilities and want to ensure that our hiring and interview process meets the needs of all applicants. If you require a reasonable accommodation to make your application or interview experience a great one, please contact HRsupport@randstadusa.com. Pay offered to a successful candidate will be based on several factors including the candidate's education, work experience, work location, specific job duties, certifications, etc. In addition, Randstad Digital offers a comprehensive benefits package, including health, an incentive and recognition program, and 401K contribution (all benefits are based on eligibility). Applications accepted on ongoing basis until filled.