Lead System Administrator

At Construction Resources and its affiliated companies, we are more than a distributor—we are a trusted partner to designers, builders, remodelers, and homeowners. For over 50 years, we've delivered integrated solutions that help turn ideas into reality across residential, multi-family, and commercial projects.

Our success is built on collaboration, craftsmanship, and a commitment to excellence. Whether you contribute on the design floor, in operations, or in the field, you'll be part of a dedicated team that values people, quality, and continuous growth.

Our affiliated brands include Cancos, UMI/Opustone, and Bell Cabinetry.

POSITION OVERVIEW

The Senior System Administrator will lead the administration and optimization of our IT infrastructure, ensuring high availability, security, and scalability across on-premises and cloud environments. This role involves mentoring team members, driving automation, and implementing best practices for system reliability and security along with leading projects including M&A integrations to support CR's growth goals. The right candidate should have a customer-centric focus and delight in implementing and maintaining resilient infrastructure to meet business needs. This role emphasizes automation and hybrid cloud integration and requires extensive Azure experience.

Our Tech Stack

· Cloud: Azure and AWS (S3) for select workloads

· Virtualization: VMware vSphere, Hyper V, Azure

· Operating Systems: Windows Server, Linux (Ubuntu/CentOS)

· Networking: Zscaler, Cisco, Ubiquiti

· Automation: PowerShell, Intune

· Monitoring: Goliath, Datto, Azure

· Security: Active Directory, CrowdStrike, ZTN, Qualys

· Helpdesk: Jira Service Management

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

· Lead administration of Windows and Linux servers, Active Directory, Entra ID, Intune configuration profiles, Intune admin profiles, Intune policies and Group Policies.

· Manage Azure infrastructure including implementation of IaaS/PaaS, building virtual resources, storage accounts, and networking.

. Apply Microsoft and industry best practices to the implementation and operation of Azure IaaS and PaaS, both in cloud-optimized and lift-and-shift scenarios.

· Automation and Infrastructure as Code (IaC) scripts using Terraform, Ansible, and PowerShell.

· Manage and optimize virtualization environments (VMware, Horizon, Hyper V, Azure) and cloud resources.

· Work with the security team to design and implement backup and disaster recovery strategies.

· Ensure network security and performance, including SASE, firewall and VPN configurations.

· Monitor system health and performance; proactively detect and prevent or swiftly resolve complex issues.

· Mentor and develop team of system administrators and provide technical leadership.

· Collaborate with Enterprise Application and Cyber Security teams to mitigate risk and maintain compliance and security standards.

EXPERIENCE & QUALIFICATIONS

· 10+ years of experience in system administration (Windows/Linux).

· Advanced in-depth Azure Experience (Landing Zones, AVD, Monitoring, Performance Management, etc.).

· Strong expertise in VMware, Active Directory, Entra, and cloud platforms (Azure, AWS).

· Advanced knowledge of networking fundamentals and security best practices.

· Proficiency in automation (PowerShell, Bash, other scripting tools, Intune).

· Experience with monitoring tools and incident response.

· Experience with Intune and Autopilot administration

Preferred Qualifications

· Certifications: Microsoft Certified: Windows Server, Azure, VMware VCP, Security+.

· Familiarity with DevOps principles and Infrastructure as Code.

BENEFITS
Medical
Dental
Vision
Employer Paid Basic Employee Life and AD&D Insurance
Employer Paid Long Term Disability
Flexible Spending Accounts
Voluntary Short-Term Disability
Voluntary Life and AD&D Insurance
Voluntary Accident Insurance
Voluntary Critical Illness Insurance

EEO
At Construction Resources, our people are the driving force behind everything we do. Construction Resources is an equal opportunity employer that aspires to be the best in the business by building an associate experience that celebrates growth, development, and purpose.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to speak or hear. The employee is frequently required to sit for extended periods of time, stand, walk, climb stairs, use hands to finger, handle or feel, and reach with hands and arms. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and ability to adjust focus.

POSITION TYPE/EXPECTED HOURS OF WORK
This is a full-time position that requires overtime as business needs dictate.

OTHER DUTIES
Please note:  this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties, or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time, with or without notice.

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