Microsoft System Administrator (MS Exchange)
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***For a Very-Well-Known Multinational Law Firm!***
Microsoft System Administrator (MS Exchange/ Azure)
Job Title: Microsoft Systems Administrator (6-Month Contract)
Location: *Toronto or Calgary – in office 3 days per week
Duration: 6 Months
Pay Rate: up to $70 INC per hour
Job Overview:
We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced Microsoft Systems Administrator for a 6-month contract. The ideal candidate will have 7-10 years of experience administering Windows Server, Microsoft Exchange (on-prem and online), virtual infrastructure, and Azure Cloud technologies. This role will support system migrations, day-to-day operations, and high-priority tasks in a fast-paced environment.
Key Responsibilities:
Administer and maintain Windows Server infrastructure (7-10 years).
Administer and manage Microsoft Exchange environments, both on-premises and Exchange Online (7-10 years).
Lead Exchange On-prem migration to Exchange Online, including building and configuring Exchange servers.
Oversee and manage virtual infrastructure, particularly Hyper-visor platforms (7-10 years).
Support and administer Azure Cloud technologies (3-5 years), ensuring proper integration and functionality.
Maintain and support Dell Servers/Blades and Azure Stack HCI platforms.
Utilize PowerShell scripting for automation and system management.
Manage backup and recovery operations using Veeam and Azure Backup solutions.
Work in a disciplined change control environment, adhering to best practices and processes for updates, migrations, and patches.
Collaborate with the IT team to prioritize and execute tasks efficiently in a high-pressure environment.
Team coordination: Leverage strengths of team members, coach, and improve weaknesses, and coordinate efforts to achieve large objectives.
Communicate technical issues and solutions clearly to both technical and non-technical stakeholders.
Qualifications:
Minimum 7-10 years of experience with Windows Server administration.
Minimum 7-10 years of experience with Microsoft Exchange administration, both on-prem and online.
Minimum 7-10 years of experience managing virtual infrastructure (Hyper-visor).
Minimum 3-5 years of experience administering Azure Cloud technologies.
Strong experience with Exchange server builds and migration from Exchange on-prem to Exchange Online.
Experience working with Dell Servers/Blades, Azure Stack HCI platforms, and PowerShell scripting.
Experience with Backup and Recovery tools like Veeam and Azure Backup.
Proven ability to prioritize tasks in a fast-paced, high-pressure environment.
Excellent organizational and interpersonal skills.
Strong verbal and written communication skills.
Experience working in a disciplined change control environment.
Legal industry experience is a plus.
