IT Systems Administrator in Grapevine, Texas at Global IID Parent LLC

Position Summary:

Smart Start is seeking a highly skilled IT Systems Administrator to manage and enhance our global IT infrastructure. This role demands advanced, enterprise-level expertise in Windows Server administration, structured patching across multi-tier production systems, large-scale network engineering, and sophisticated automation practices. The successful candidate will also oversee enterprise storage technologies and high-availability designs, ensuring resilient, secure, and efficient global IT operations that underpin Smart Start’s life-saving mission.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Install, configure, and manage Windows Server environments (2016–2022) across multiple production tiers.
• Lead patch management efforts for Windows servers and third-party applications, including thorough testing and phased rollouts.
• Administer enterprise Active Directory, Group Policy, DNS, DHCP, and Azure AD hybrid environments.
• Maintain Hyper-V virtualization clusters with high availability and disaster recovery capabilities.
• Support and manage global network infrastructures, including VPN solutions and redundant firewall configurations.
• Manage SAN/NAS storage systems and contribute to disaster recovery planning and execution.
• Oversee enterprise backup and recovery systems, including Veeam, Backup Exec, and cloud-based solutions.
• Monitor and optimize infrastructure performance using SolarWinds and FortiMonitor.
• Implement system hardening, address vulnerabilities, and ensure compliance with SOC2, ISO, and NIST standards.
• Collaborate with IT architects, developers, and global teams to support mission-critical applications.
• Develop and maintain comprehensive technical documentation and standard operating procedures.
• Provide tier 3 technical support and participate in on-call rotations for global IT operations.
• Any other duties assigned by the IT Director

Position Requirements:

• Minimum of 5 years’ experience in systems administration within enterprise environments.
• Proven experience designing and maintaining redundant, high-availability infrastructure.
• Strong, hands-on expertise in Microsoft Active Directory, Group Policy, and identity management systems.
• Strong knowledge of networking principles, including VLANs, and clustered firewalls.
• Strong practical experience with Hyper-V virtualization in multi-site configurations.
• Strong expertise in enterprise backup solutions, replication strategies, and disaster recovery planning.sccmsccm
• Advanced expertise in patch management and automation for Windows and third-party applications.
• Strong proficiency in PowerShell scripting for automation and administrative tasks.
• Strong understanding of IT security best practices and compliance frameworks.
• Excellent troubleshooting, communication, and documentation skills.
• Must have strong analytical and problem-solving skills within a technical environment.
• Must have excellent interpersonal skills with the ability to positively interact with all levels of the organization
• Must have the ability to work both independently and as part of a team
• Must have the ability to lift servers, network, and storage equipment up to 50 lbs.

Preferred Skills & Certifications:

• Microsoft Certified: Windows Server Hybrid Administrator Associate or equivalent.
• Knowledge of Juniper OS and Palo Alto network technologies.
• Experience with Azure, Microsoft 365, and Intune for endpoint management.
• Skills in SQL Server administration.

Why Join Smart Start:

Smart Start provides a competitive salary, health, and dental insurance plans, employer-sponsored retirement plan (401K), paid time off, and a challenging work environment.

If you are ready to be a part of a hard-working IT team in a challenging position, are prepared to develop new skills, have a sense of humor and desire to have fun, please submit your resume.