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Windows System Administrator

Nutech Systems, Inc.United States🇺🇸United StatesPosted Sep 24, 2026

Why This Role Stands Out

This remote Windows System Administrator role offers a fantastic opportunity to lead critical server upgrade projects from Windows Server 2016 to 2022, significantly impacting Nutech Systems' infrastructure. If you excel in server migrations, Active Directory management, and possess strong SCCM/Intune skills, you'll thrive in this dynamic environment, gaining valuable experience with cutting-edge technology. Apply now to join a reputable company and advance your career in a flexible, remote setting.

Quick Overview

Seniority
Mid Senior
Work mode
Remote
Location
United States
Posted
18 hours ago
AWSActive DirectoryAzureDNSPowerShellVMware

Job Description

Role: System Administrator
Location: Remote
6+ Months Contract
Role Overview
We are seeking a skilled System Administrator with hands-on experience in Windows Server upgrades and migrations, specifically transitioning from Windows Server 2016 to Windows Server 2022. The ideal candidate will play a key role in planning, executing, and supporting enterprise server upgrade initiatives while ensuring minimal downtime and high system performance.
Key Responsibilities
  • Lead and execute Windows Server upgrade projects from 2016 to 2022
  • Perform server migration, installation, configuration, and deployment activities
  • Conduct pre-upgrade assessments, compatibility checks, and risk analysis
  • Manage Active Directory, DNS, DHCP, and other core Windows services
  • Coordinate with network, application, and infrastructure teams for seamless migration
  • Perform patching, performance tuning, and system optimization
  • Ensure data integrity, backup validation, and disaster recovery readiness
  • Troubleshoot and resolve server-related issues during and post migration
  • Document configurations, processes, and migration procedures
Required Skills & Qualifications
  • 5+ years of experience in Windows System Administration
  • Strong hands-on experience with:
    • Windows Server 2016 & 2022
    • Server upgrade & migration strategies (in-place / side-by-side)
    • Active Directory, Group Policies, DNS, DHCP
  • Strong SCCM/Intune experience
    • OS imaging (rolling out new OS versions to laptops and VMs)
    • Patch automation and management (create automation for most of our applications in our environment)
    • Device management (Configuration policies, OS updates, etc..)
  • Strong PowerShell scripting knowledge
  • VMware/VDI experience
  • Friendly and helpful and is willing to teach people below them
Preferred Skills
  • Experience with large-scale enterprise server migration projects
  • Exposure to cloud environments (Azure/AWS)
  • Understanding of ITIL processes and change management

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