The successful candidate will possess extensive experience in VMware virtualization, Windows Server administration, Active Directory, Group Policy, and enterprise backup and disaster recovery solutions, along with the ability to support Microsoft 365 and cloud-integrated services.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Provide system administration support for all Permian Resources offices and data centers.
• Administer and maintain enterprise Windows Server environments, including Active Directory, Group Policy Objects (GPO), DNS, DHCP, and server OS lifecycle management.
• Design, implement, and support on-premises virtualization environments, with a strong focus on VMware-based virtual datacenters.
• Support and maintain physical server infrastructure, enterprise storage platforms, and related hardware components.
• Manage and support data protection solutions, including backup, restore, replication, and disaster recovery operations.
• Administer Microsoft 365 services, including Exchange Online, Teams, OneDrive, and SharePoint.
• Support hybrid identity environments, including integration between on-premises Active Directory and cloud identity platforms.
• Utilize PowerShell and/or Python to automate administrative tasks, system maintenance, and monitoring processes.
• Support Public Key Infrastructure (PKI), Certificate Authorities, and public DNS record deployment and management.
• Participate in security audits and assist with the implementation and management of enterprise security solutions.
• Collaborate with IT and business stakeholders to plan, implement, and complete infrastructure and technology initiatives.
• Meet with business leaders to gather requirements and communicate technical scope, dependencies, and risks.
• Demonstrate a strong understanding of system architecture, infrastructure interdependencies, and operational impacts.
• Maintain accurate documentation of system configurations, procedures, and operational standards.
• Provide advanced troubleshooting and root cause analysis for complex infrastructure issues.
• Perform related duties as assigned.

Required Qualifications

• Minimum of ten (10) years of experience in Windows administration within an enterprise environment, including server administration, Active Directory, Group Policy, SCCM, and Intune.
• Minimum of five (5) years of experience supporting on-premises virtualization environments, with emphasis on VMware, physical servers, and enterprise storage platforms (e.g., Nimble, NetApp, or similar).
• Minimum of five (5) years of experience in data protection, including backup, restore, replication, and disaster recovery.
• Minimum of five (5) years of experience administering Microsoft 365 environments, including Teams, Exchange, OneDrive, and SharePoint.
• Minimum of five (5) years of experience using PowerShell and/or Python for administrative automation.
• Experience with PKI, Certificate Authorities, and DNS record management.
• Strong understanding of networking fundamentals and the TCP/IP stack.
• Demonstrated ability to apply structured troubleshooting methodologies.
• Ability to work independently or collaboratively to resolve issues in a timely and effective manner.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to interact effectively with executive leadership, senior management, vendors, and end users.
• Experience supporting or participating in security audits and managing enterprise security solutions.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with Identity and Access Management (IAM), enterprise applications, and Conditional Access.
• Experience with cloud infrastructure platforms, including Microsoft Azure and/or AWS.
• Experience with Virtual Desktop Infrastructure (VDI).
• Intune administration experience.
• Linux systems administration experience.
• Experience working in a publicly traded company with SOX compliance requirements.
• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, Business Management, or a related field.

Preferred Certifications

• VMware Certified Professional – Data Center Virtualization (VCP-DCV)
• Microsoft Certified: Azure Solutions Architect Expert
• Microsoft 365 Certified: Endpoint Administrator Associate
• Microsoft Certified: Security, Compliance, and Identity Fundamentals