Windows Server Administrator

Job Title: Windows Server Administrator
Location: Eden Prairie, MN (Onsite)
Job Type: Full-Time, 6-Month Contract-to-Hire
Salary: Target range is $38-48/hour

Job Summary:
We are looking for a Windows Server Administrator to join our IT team in a full-time, onsite role in Eden Prairie, MN. This 6-month contract-to-hire position requires expertise in Windows Server environments (2016, 2019, 2022), backup and recovery solutions, Microsoft 365, Intune, Exchange Entra, and various Manage Engine products. The ideal candidate is detail-oriented, proactive, and skilled at both troubleshooting and offering solutions in a 24/7/365 manufacturing environment.

Candidates must be local to the Minneapolis-St. Paul, MN metro area. Candidates must also be eligible to work in the U.S. without sponsorship both now and in the future.

Key Responsibilities:
* Windows Server Management: Install, configure, and maintain Windows Server 2016/2019/2022 environments, including after-hours patching.
* Backup & Recovery: Implement and manage Veeam Backup to ensure data integrity and availability.
* Microsoft 365 & Cloud Administration: Manage Office 365, including user accounts, security settings, Intune, Exchange Entra, and Active Directory Synchronization.
* Endpoint & Log Management: Utilize Manage Engine Endpoint Central for device management and Log 360 for system log monitoring.
* Active Directory Administration: Manage and maintain Active Directory using Manage Engine ADManager Plus.
* Help Desk Support: Handle support tickets and issue resolution through Manage Engine Service Desk Plus.
* Automation & Scripting: Develop and maintain PowerShell scripts for automation and efficiency.
* Security & Compliance: Ensure adherence to security policies and industry standards (Secure Controls Framework, NIST 1.1 & 2.0 preferred).
* Disaster Recovery & Business Continuity: Develop, test, and maintain disaster recovery plans.
* Virtualization: Manage a Nutanix-based virtual environment with ~100 servers (VMware experience required).
* Performance Monitoring: Use Manage Engine OPManager to monitor and optimize server performance.
* Documentation: Maintain clear and comprehensive system documentation.

Qualifications:
* Education: Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, IT, or a related field.
* Experience: 3-5 years in Windows Server Administration.
* Technical Skills:
o Windows Server 2016/2019/2022
o Veeam Backup technologies
o Microsoft 365, Intune, and Exchange Entra
o Manage Engine products (Endpoint Central, Log 360, ADManager Plus, OPManager, Service Desk Plus)
o PowerShell scripting
o Disaster recovery and business continuity planning
o Nutanix (preferred) or VMware (minimum requirement)
* Soft Skills: Strong problem-solving skills, excellent communication, and the ability to work independently or collaboratively.
* Certifications (Preferred): Microsoft Certified: Windows Server Hybrid Administrator Associate, Veeam Certified Engineer, or similar.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, age, ancestry, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, marital status, disability, medical condition, genetic information, pregnancy, or military or veteran status. We consider all qualified applicants, including those with criminal histories, in a manner consistent with state and local laws, including the California Fair Chance Act, City of Los Angeles' Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance, and Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance. For unincorporated Los Angeles county, to the extent our customers require a background check for certain positions, the Company faces a significant risk to its business operations and business reputation unless a review of criminal history is conducted for those specific job positions.