Systems Administrator- HYBRID IN PITTSBURGH, PA (LOCAL ...

Location: Hybrid arrangement; Office located near Downtown Pittsburgh, PAJob Type: Contract to Hire/Full timeWork Authorization: U.S. Citizen or Green CardA.C. Coy is currently seeking candidates for a Systems Admin role. The System Administrator is responsible for the stability, security, and operational maturity of on‑prem and cloud infrastructure across a multi‑site environment. This role focuses on Windows Server, identity and access management, endpoint management, monitoring, and security operations, with increasing emphasis on standardization, auditability, and automation as IT functions are insourced. The ideal candidate is detail‑oriented, documentation‑driven, and comfortable operating in a regulated, acquisition‑heavy enterprise environment. This role is hands‑on, operationally critical, and suited for administrators who value disciplined execution, clear ownership, and enterprise‑grade reliability.Administer Windows Server (AD, Group Policy), Hyper-V/VMware, and RDS/VDI platformsManage Azure VMs, resource groups, and automation tasks (e.g., Update Management, backup policies)Monitor and investigate events via Microsoft Sentinel and Log AnalyticsSupport identity management: Azure AD, conditional access, and SSOManage Intune and SCCM for endpoint provisioning, patching, and compliancePerform system patching, backups, and DR planningSupport M365 environment (Exchange Online, Defender, SharePoint)Collaborate with security, networking, and application teamsDocument configurations and procedures; mentor junior team membersEducation:Bachelor’s degree in Information Technology, Computer Science, or a related field, or equivalent practical experience.Required:5+ years of experience as a System Administrator or similar role in a Windows‑centric enterprise environment.Strong hands‑on experience with Windows Server (Active Directory, Group Policy, patching).Experience supporting RDS and/or virtual desktop environments.Working knowledge of Azure and Entra ID (Azure AD) administration.Hands‑on experience with Microsoft Intune and/or SCCM.Strong documentation skills with a focus on accuracy, auditability, and standardization.Preferred:Exposure to FortiGate firewalls and security event triageExposure to Microsoft Defender security toolingFamiliarity with Cisco Umbrella or similar DNS/security platformsExperience supporting multi‑site or acquisition‑driven environmentsExperience using Microsoft Sentinel for monitoring and incident investigationFamiliarity with ITSM platforms such as ServiceNow

Created: 2026-03-07