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A well-established organization in the Denton, TX area is seeking a Systems Administrator IV to join its IT Infrastructure team on a full-time contract basis. This onsite role focuses on enterprise Windows administration, virtualization, Active Directory, cloud technologies, and infrastructure automation. The ideal candidate will play a critical role in maintaining highly available systems, strengthening security posture, and supporting large-scale infrastructure initiatives across a complex enterprise environment. This is an excellent opportunity for a senior-level infrastructure professional who enjoys solving complex technical challenges and taking ownership of critical systems. You'll serve as a key escalation resource, drive modernization efforts, and influence infrastructure standards while working alongside security, networking, and engineering teams. If you're looking for a role that offers exposure to enterprise-scale technologies, automation projects, and strategic infrastructure improvements, this position provides significant technical impact and growth potential.

Contract Duration:

12+ Months Required Skills & Experience 7+ years of experience in Systems Administration, Infrastructure Engineering, or a related technical role Advanced administration experience with Windows Server environments Strong knowledge of Active Directory, Group Policy, DNS, DHCP, and file services Experience supporting VMware vSphere/ESXi or similar virtualization platforms Knowledge of server patching, hardening, vulnerability remediation, and security best practices Experience deploying and supporting endpoint security solutions such as CrowdStrike PowerShell scripting and infrastructure automation experience Strong troubleshooting skills across server, operating system, and application layers Experience documenting system configurations, operational procedures, and technical standards Ability to perform root cause analysis and resolve complex enterprise infrastructure issues Desired Skills & Experience Experience supporting Linux servers in mixed operating system environments Exposure to public cloud platforms such as Microsoft Azure Experience leading server migrations, infrastructure upgrades, and modernization projects Familiarity with storage, backup, and disaster recovery technologies Knowledge of network infrastructure including TCP/IP, VLANs, DNS, firewall technologies, and certificates Experience with infrastructure monitoring and performance management tools Understanding of security frameworks such as NIST, CIS, or CMMC Microsoft, VMware, Red Hat, Security+, or related industry certifications Experience mentoring junior administrators and serving as a technical escalation point Bachelor's degree in Information Technology, Computer Science, or a related field preferred What You Will Be Doing Tech Breakdown 50% Windows Server Infrastructure 20% VMware Virtualization 15% Security, Compliance & CrowdStrike Administration 10% PowerShell Automation & Scripting 5% Linux & Cloud Infrastructure Daily Responsibilities 75% Hands On 10% Management Duties 15% Team Collaboration Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the US on a full-time basis now and in the future.