Systems Administrator

Title: Systems Administrator - Mid-level
Location: Fort Worth, TX
Position Type: 6 months Contract to hire

Key Responsibilities
Microsoft Infrastructure Management: Administer and support Microsoft Windows Servers, Active Directory, MS Exchange (on-premises and hybrid), Office 365/Microsoft 365, and related services. Manage user accounts, mailboxes, licensing, and collaboration tools (Teams, SharePoint, OneDrive) with strict adherence to data governance and legal hold requirements.
Azure Migration and Cloud Administration: Lead and support the migration of on-premises workloads to Azure. Manage Azure resources, including virtual machines, networking, identity (Entra ID), and hybrid connectivity. Implement and monitor Azure policies, security controls, and cost optimization strategies.
Virtual Environments: Oversee virtual infrastructure (e.g., Hyper-V or VMware) for servers and applications, ensuring high availability, performance, and disaster recovery capabilities suitable for legal data protection.
Networking and Security: Maintain a solid understanding of networking fundamentals (TCP/IP, DNS, DHCP, VPNs, firewalls). Implement and manage patching schedules, vulnerability remediation, and security best practices to protect sensitive client and firm data in compliance with industry regulations (e.g., data privacy, ethical walls).
Patching, Monitoring, and Maintenance: Develop and execute comprehensive patching strategies for servers, applications, and endpoints. Monitor system health, respond to alerts, troubleshoot issues, and perform root cause analysis.
Incident Response and high stress Support: Provide Tier two & three support in high-pressure scenarios, including after-hours emergencies. Deliver exceptional customer service to attorneys and staff, communicating technical concepts clearly and empathetically.
Documentation and Compliance: Maintain detailed documentation of systems, procedures, and configurations. Support audit readiness, eDiscovery, and regulatory compliance efforts.
Project Participation: Contribute to infrastructure projects, cloud optimizations, and technology evaluations aligned with the firm's strategic goals.
Additional Duties: Collaborate with the IT team on cross-functional initiatives and stay current with Microsoft technologies and cybersecurity threats.

Qualifications and Experience
Education: Bachelor s degree in information technology, Computer Science, or a related field (or equivalent experience).
Experience: 4 7 years of progressive systems administration experience in a Microsoft environment.
Experience with on-premises to Azure migrations is strongly preferred.
Prior experience in a professional services or law firm setting is a bonus.

Technical Skills:
Proficiency with MS Exchange, Windows Server, Office 365/M365, Azure (IaaS/PaaS, Entra ID, networking).
Experience managing virtual environments (Hyper-V/VMware).
Strong networking knowledge and hands-on patching/maintenance expertise.
PowerShell scripting and automation skills preferred.