Windows System Administrator

Location: Remote (Preference for Sacramento or Bay Area candidates)

Duration: Minimum 6-Month Contract with Potential Extension

Pay Rate: $50-65/hr (DOE)

Work Schedule: Monday–Friday, standard business hours; occasional extended hours as needed

Travel: None anticipated

LHH Recruitment Solutions is seeking an experienced IT Systems Administrator / Microsoft 365 Project Specialist for a long-term contract opportunity supporting a growing organization undergoing significant technology modernization and integration initiatives.

This role is ideal for a technically strong systems professional who combines deep Microsoft 365 expertise with project execution experience, documentation skills, and the ability to operate effectively within regulated IT environments. The selected consultant will lead and deliver critical infrastructure, collaboration, security, and application management projects while partnering closely with a small, highly collaborative IT team.

This position offers the opportunity to work on a variety of strategic initiatives, including Microsoft 365 optimization, enterprise application administration, process improvements, and emerging technologies such as Microsoft Copilot.

The IT Systems Administrator will serve as a senior technical contributor responsible for managing and executing IT projects, improving operational processes, and supporting technology initiatives across the organization.

This individual will inherit projects from existing administrators, drive implementations from planning through execution, and help scale IT operations as the company continues to grow. Success in this role requires a blend of technical expertise, independent project ownership, strong communication skills, and the ability to create sustainable solutions within a compliance-focused environment.

• Administer, configure, and optimize the Microsoft 365 ecosystem, including:
• Exchange Online
• SharePoint Online
• Microsoft Teams
• One Drive
• Microsoft Intune (where applicable)
• Lead Microsoft 365-related initiatives from planning and design through implementation and support.
• Evaluate new Microsoft technologies and recommend solutions that align with business objectives.
• Support ongoing modernization and platform optimization efforts.

• Take ownership of infrastructure and systems projects transitioning from other administrators.
• Manage project plans, timelines, technical requirements, testing, implementation, and post-deployment support.
• Perform technical research and solution evaluations to support business and IT objectives.
• Coordinate implementation activities and communicate project status to stakeholders.
• Assist with application onboarding, administration, and vendor-supported system management.

• Design and implement solutions within a regulated IT environment.
• Ensure projects align with internal security standards, governance requirements, and compliance-driven processes.
• Work closely with IT leadership to evaluate risks and maintain appropriate controls.
• Support environments operating under established compliance frameworks such as ISO 27001 or similar governance standards.

• Create and maintain technical documentation including:
• System configuration guides
• Operational procedures
• End-user instructions
• Maintenance and support documentation
• Develop clear documentation suitable for both technical administrators and non-technical users.
• Maintain knowledge repositories within SharePoint and other collaboration platforms.
• Partner closely with system administrators, service desk staff, and IT leadership.
• Delegate appropriate operational and lower-level technical tasks while maintaining focus on strategic project work.
• Provide guidance and mentorship where appropriate.
• Serve as a technical resource during planning, deployment, and troubleshooting activities.

• 5+ years of progressive experience in Systems Administration, Infrastructure Administration, Microsoft 365 Administration, or related IT roles.
• Advanced experience administering Microsoft 365 technologies in enterprise environments.
• Strong understanding of:
• SharePoint Online
• Microsoft Teams
• Exchange Online
• Identity and access management
• Collaboration technologies
• Demonstrated experience leading technical projects from requirements gathering through deployment.
• Experience working in…