IT - SCCOURTS - Information Systems Architect - Advanced Prem Systems Engi

Position: IT - SCCOURTS - Information Systems Architect - Advanced - On-Prem Systems Engi
Location: Columbia

# IT - SCCOURTS
- Information Systems Architect
- Advanced
- On-Prem Systems Engi Apply
** Job#: 3057437
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* Job Description:

** On-Prem Systems Engineer
** 12 month contract
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* Location:

** Columbia, South Carolina (Remote)

Role Overview An experienced systems architect with expertise in on-premises infrastructure is required to oversee and implement key Active Directory and Group Policy initiatives. This role involves designing and executing work backlogs, deploying security baselines, and optimizing server life cycles across an enterprise-scale environment. The successful candidate will collaborate with senior technical staff to automate operational tasks and ensure robust systems performance.

Key Responsibilities
* Execute the Active Directory, Group Policy, and permissions backlog, managing GPO creation, modification, testing, retirement, delegation, and access changes.
* Implement CIS baselines through GPO and scripted remediation based on technical analysis and direction.
* Design, write, and maintain Power Shell scripts for administration, automation, auditing, remediation, and reporting across endpoints and Active Directory.
* Identify repetitive operational tasks and automate them, replacing manual procedures with tested and documented scripts.
* Manage the Windows Server lifecycle at enterprise scale, including building, configuration, patching, upgrading, troubleshooting, and decommissioning.
* Log, update, and track all work items within Azure Dev Ops to ensure clear visibility and progress monitoring.
* Process service requests and change controls through the designated Service Management tool following team guidelines.
* Store all work products, including scripts, code, GPO documentation, runbooks, and SOPs, within Azure Dev Ops.
* Collaborate and share knowledge regarding AD, GPO, and CIS baselines to ensure cross-team operational coverage.

Required Qualifications
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* Education:

** Bachelor's degree in Information Technology, Computer Science, or a related field, or equivalent professional experience.
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* Experience:

** Minimum of five years of experience in Active Directory domain services, replication, delegation, permissions, and domain controller troubleshooting. At least five years of experience with Group Policy design, scoping, filtering, and change control in large environments is required.
** Technical

Skills:

** Proficiency in Power Shell scripting for remote execution and automation is required. Candidates must have at least three years of experience implementing CIS benchmarks on Windows endpoints, alongside five years of experience in enterprise Windows Server administration and lifecycle management.

Preferred Qualifications
* Experience with task automation and orchestration platforms beyond Power Shell.
* Familiarity with endpoint patch management and third-party application deployment automation.
* Knowledge of PKI and Active Directory Certificate Services operations.  
* Everforth Apex is a world-class IT services company that serves thousands of clients across the globe. When you join Everforth Apex, you become part of a team that values innovation, collaboration, and continuous learning. We offer quality career resources, training, certifications, development opportunities, and a comprehensive benefits package.

Our commitment to excellence is reflected in many awards, including Clearly Rateds Best of Staffing in Talent Satisfaction in the United States and Great Place to Work in the United Kingdom and Mexico.
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