Microsoft Systems Administrator

The Company

Cypress Creek Renewables is powering a sustainable future, one project at a time. We develop, finance, own and operate utility‑scale and distributed solar and storage projects across the country. Fostering a diverse group of innovative thinkers from all backgrounds, Cypress people are drawn to work in a purpose‑driven organization. We hope you will join us.

We are seeking a Mid‑Level Microsoft Systems Administrator to support and manage our Microsoft cloud and endpoint environment in a small‑to‑medium business (SMB) setting. This role is hands‑on and operational, requiring broad technical skills across Microsoft 365, Entra  (Azure AD), Intune and Azure. The ideal candidate is comfortable wearing multiple hats, supporting end users, improving security posture and helping modernise IT operations without excessive complexity.

• Administer Microsoft 365 services including Exchange Online, SharePoint Online, One Drive and Teams
• Manage user onboarding/offboarding, licensing, mailboxes, permissions and collaboration tools
• Administer Entra  (Azure AD), including users, groups, MFA, conditional access and basic role assignments
• Support Microsoft Intune and Action1 platforms for device enrollment, configuration profiles, compliance policies and application deployment
• Provide Tier 2 / Tier 3 support for endpoint, identity and M365 issues escalated from help‑desk
• Perform day‑to‑day Azure administration (subscriptions, resource groups, RBAC and basic monitoring)
• Implement and maintain security best practices across Microsoft platforms
• Assist with Defender tools (Defender for Endpoint, Defender for Office 365) as applicable
• Create and maintain Power Shell scripts to automate common administrative tasks
• Document configurations, procedures and troubleshooting steps
• Coordinate with vendors and Microsoft support when needed

• 3–6 years of experience administering Microsoft environments
• Hands‑on experience with Microsoft 365 and Entra
• Working knowledge of Azure fundamentals
• Experience with Intune or endpoint management tools
• Basic to intermediate Power Shell scripting skills
• Strong troubleshooting and problem‑solving abilities
• Experience supporting users directly in an SMB environment
• Embraceandlivebythemissionandvaluesof Cypress Creek Renewables

• Microsoft certifications (MS‑102, AZ‑104, SC‑300 or similar)
• Ability to work in a fast‑paced environment and assist in all capacities
• Familiarity with backup, retention, and eDiscovery
• Experience improving or maturing IT processes in a growing organisation

• Strong communication and customer service skills
• Ability to work independently and prioritise competing tasks
• Practical, solutions‑oriented mindset
• Comfortable operating in a lean IT team with broad responsibilities

The preferred location for this role is Durham, NC. Our team operates on a hybrid schedule, with an in‑office schedule of three days per week.

• 15 days of Paid Time Off, accrual up to 20 days, 11 observed holidays
• 401(k) match
• Comprehensive package including medical, dental, vision and health insurance
• Wellness stipend, family‑planning stipend and generous parental leave
• Tuition reimbursement
• Phone‑bill reimbursement
• Company swag

Cypress Creek Renewables is an equal‑opportunity employer and considers all qualified applicants without regard to race, colour, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability or veteran status. We are committed to providing a workplace that is inclusive and values diversity, and we encourage candidates from all backgrounds to apply.