System Administrator / Expert / Onsite in Denton

$55 - $70

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.

Motion Recruitment Partners (MRP) is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All applicants must be currently authorized to work on a full-time basis in the country for which they are applying, and no sponsorship is currently available. Employment is subject to the successful completion of a pre-employment screening. Accommodation will be provided in all parts of the hiring process as required under MRP’s Employment Accommodation policy. Applicants need to make their needs known in advance.