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.