Senior Systems Administrator (Azure & On-Prem)

Description & Requirements

We are seeking a skilled Hybrid Systems Engineer to design, implement, and manage integrated IT systems that span on-premise infrastructure and Microsoft Azure cloud environments.

This role requires a deep understanding of hybrid architectures, ensuring seamless connectivity, security, and performance between on-premise systems and Azure cloud services.

The ideal candidate will be a proactive problem-solver with hands-on experience in system administration, cloud deployment, and automation.

This is a hybrid position two-three days a week, for a candidate located near either Pittsburgh, PA, Morgantown, WV or Albany OR.

Maximus TCS (Technology and Consulting Services) Internal Job Profile Code: TCS219, T3, Band 6

Job-Specific Responsibilities:


* Manage and optimize on-premise servers and storage to ensure high availability and performance.


* Design, deploy, and maintain hybrid IT environments integrating on-premise infrastructure with Azure cloud services.


* Configure and administer Azure services, including Azure Entra ID, Privileged Access Management, Office 365, Virtual Machines, Azure Monitoring and storage solutions.


* Automate system administration tasks using PowerShell, Azure CLI, or other scripting tools to improve efficiency and scalability.


* Ensure security best practices across hybrid environments, including encryption, and compliance with organizational policies.


* Perform configuration and setup activities such as developing and implementing templates for server builds, setting permissions and rules (e.g., privileged account access management/PIM), work with Network and Applications personnel to assist with system/application/services into a cloud platform


* Troubleshoot and resolve issues related to connectivity and performance between on-premise and Azure systems.


* Perform regular system backups, disaster recovery planning, and testing for both on-premise and cloud resources.


* Stay current with Azure updates, emerging technologies, and industry trends to recommend improvements.

Job Specific Minimum Requirements:



* Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field (or equivalent experience).


* 3+ years of experience in systems engineering, with a focus on hybrid on-premise and cloud environments.


* Proven expertise in Microsoft Azure concepts and functionality


* Strong knowledge of on-premise infrastructure (Windows, Linux, VMware, Hyper-V, Active Directory, DNS, DHCP).


* Proficiency in scripting and automation (PowerShell, Python, or Bash).


* Familiarity with security frameworks and compliance standards (e.g., NIST, DOD STIG,).


* Excellent problem-solving skills and ability to work under pressure in a fast-paced environment.


* Strong communication skills to collaborate with technical and non-technical stakeholders.


* Assist with mentoring junior team members


* Ability t...