Sr. Microsoft Windows Server Engineer

Description
One of TEKsystems's clients is looking for a Sr. Microsoft Windows Server Engineer to join their team. The full job description is below, but the notes from my conversation with the manager are as follows...
We are looking for someone who has a wide range of knowledge even beyond server administration. The environment is a mix of on-prem and Azure cloud, and the candidate will need to have in-depth experience with Active Directory (Group Policies, Security Groups and Distribution groups), VMWare/Vcenter....)
Domain knowledge and the ability to take a server out of the box, build it, configure and deploy and self-troubleshoot (ie don't just ChaptGPT it). The environment is a multi-tenant M365, so the candidate will need to be highly experienced with infrastructure engineering at scale.
Position Summary
Our client is seeking an experienced IT Operations Analyst (Systems Administrator) to support and maintain our IT infrastructure. This role is responsible for the administration, security, performance, and reliability of enterprise systems across multiple locations worldwide. The ideal candidate is a hands-on systems administrator with deep technical expertise in Microsoft technologies, virtualization, networking, cybersecurity, and cloud administration.
Working as part of the Global IT team, this position provides technical leadership, supports critical infrastructure projects, and ensures end users receive exceptional service while maintaining a secure and highly available computing environment.
Essential Responsibilities
Administer, maintain, and support enterprise Windows server infrastructure across global locations.
Provide proactive technical support, troubleshooting, and resolution of infrastructure, network, and systems issues.
Manage and administer Microsoft Active Directory, including Organizational Units (OUs), user and computer accounts, Group Policy Objects (GPOs), security groups, and authentication.
Administer Microsoft Azure/Entra , Microsoft 365, and Exchange Online environments, including account provisioning, licensing, mailbox administration, and identity management.
Configure, administer, and support Microsoft SharePoint Online, Microsoft Teams, and related collaboration technologies.
Manage VMware vSphere and vCenter environments, including virtual server deployment, maintenance, patching, performance monitoring, and capacity planning.
Administer backup and disaster recovery solutions, including Veeam Backup & Replication and SAN storage environments.
Support network infrastructure, including firewalls, switches, wireless connectivity, VPNs, and remote office connectivity.
Monitor infrastructure health, system performance, security alerts, and operational availability.
Implement cybersecurity best practices, including perimeter hardening, endpoint protection, vulnerability remediation, and security monitoring.
Support disaster recovery planning, testing, and business continuity initiatives.
Perform server operating system upgrades, patch management, and lifecycle maintenance.
Provide Tier III technical support to end users and mentor junior IT support personnel as needed.
Coordinate with desktop support, infrastructure teams, vendors, and managed service providers to resolve complex technical issues.
Participate in IT infrastructure planning, upgrades, migrations, and global technology initiatives.
Maintain accurate technical documentation, standard operating procedures, and system configurations.
Participate in after-hours maintenance activities and provide on-call support as required.
Qualifications
Required

Location:

Huntsville, Alabama
5-10 years of progressively responsible experience as a Systems Administrator or Infrastructure Administrator.
Strong experience administering Microsoft Active Directory, including Group Policy and Security Groups.
Extensive experience supporting Windows Server and Windows desktop operating systems.
Experience administering Microsoft Azure/Entra , Microsoft 365, and Exchange Online.
Experience performing Exchange mailbox migrations and Microsoft 365 tenant administration.
Experience configuring and administering SharePoint Online.
Experience managing…