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Windows System Administrator

GSK Solutions Inc

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Atlanta, GA

Job description

Job Title: Systems Administrator (Onsite)
Location: Atlanta, GA
Duration: 6 Months
Pay Rate: $40/hr on C2C / 1099 / W2 (all-inclusive)
Interview Process: Webcam or In-Person

Position Overview:
The Systems Administrator will serve as a senior escalation point for complex technical issues and provide hands-on support for core Microsoft enterprise technologies. This role requires strong troubleshooting expertise, vendor coordination experience, and the ability to operate in a fast-paced onsite environment.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Act as the escalation point for complex hardware, software, and network-related issues.
  • Collaborate with third-party vendors to coordinate and resolve advanced technical problems.
  • Manage and support core IT systems including Office 365, Active Directory, Exchange Server, Microsoft Teams (softphones), VPN, RDP, and Windows operating systems.
  • Research, recommend, and implement technical solutions to improve system reliability and operational efficiency.
  • Develop, maintain, and update technical documentation, system configurations, and troubleshooting procedures.

Required Skills and Experience:

  • 10+ years of overall IT experience.
  • Proven expertise with Office 365, Active Directory, Exchange Server, Windows OS, desktop deployments, VPN, RDP, and Microsoft Teams.
  • Minimum 5 years of experience working in a Microsoft enterprise environment.
  • Strong understanding of Windows Client and Windows Server in production environments.
  • Hands-on experience configuring Windows infrastructure using Group Policy and scripts.
  • Proficiency with PowerShell for automation and task execution.
  • Working knowledge of TCP/IP networking fundamentals, including DNS and DHCP.
  • 3+ years of experience with Active Directory Domain Services (AD DS) upgrades, consolidations, and migrations.
  • 2+ years of experience with Office/Microsoft 365, including at least one year of mailbox migration experience.
  • 1+ year of experience with ADFS or Azure Active Directory, including understanding of SAML 2.0 and cloud-based SSO providers.
  • Experience coordinating with third-party technical support vendors.
  • Strong troubleshooting, analytical, and problem-solving skills.
  • Ability to create and maintain clear, comprehensive technical documentation.

Preferred / Nice-to-Have Skills:

  • Microsoft Enterprise Mobility Suite / Enterprise Mobility + Security (EM+S).
  • Hands-on experience with AWS infrastructure management.
  • Experience supporting SharePoint environments.
  • Relevant Microsoft certifications (Windows Server, Office 365, Azure).
  • Knowledge of ITIL and IT service management best practices.
  • Demonstrated commitment to continuous learning and adapting to new technologies.

Desired Attributes:

  • Strong communication skills with the ability to explain technical concepts to non-technical users.
  • Proactive, customer-focused, and solution-oriented mindset.
  • Ability to manage shifting priorities in a fast-paced environment.

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Job Type: Contract

Pay: $39.00 - $40.00 per hour

Expected hours: 40 per week

Work Location: In person