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The ideal candidate will have extensive experience (at least 5+ years) managing and optimizing cloud and on-premises environments using Azure Local, Hyper-V, Windows Server OS, SQL databases, file share services, and SUSE Linux. Proficiency in scripting, monitoring solutions, and Windows SCCM administration is essential.\nResponsibilities:\nDesign, implement, and maintain virtualized infrastructure leveraging Hyper-V and Azure Stack HCI (Azure Local).\nManage and optimize Windows Server OS environments, ensuring system performance, reliability, and security.\nAdminister SQL Server databases, including maintenance, backups, tuning, and troubleshooting.\nConfigure and maintain enterprise file-sharing services, ensuring secure and efficient data access.\nManage and support SUSE Linux environments within mixed OS landscapes.\nDevelop automation scripts (PowerShell, Bash) to streamline infrastructure provisioning, deployment, monitoring, and maintenance.\nImplement and maintain comprehensive infrastructure monitoring solutions, proactively addressing system performance issues.\nAdminister Windows System Center Configuration Manager (SCCM), including deployment, patch management, inventory, and reporting.\nCollaborate with IT teams to architect scalable, secure, and efficient solutions aligned with business requirements.\nProvide advanced troubleshooting and support for infrastructure-related issues, escalating when necessary.\nMinimum Qualifications:\nBachelor's Degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related technical discipline, or equivalent professional experience.\n5+ years of experience in virtualization and cloud platforms, specifically with Azure Local and Hyper-V.\nStrong proficiency in managing Windows Server Operating Systems and related services.\nHands-on experience managing SQL Server databases and file share solutions.\nDemonstrable experience with SUSE Linux administration in hybrid environments.\nExpert-level scripting skills (PowerShell, Bash, etc.) for automation and management.\nProven ability to deploy and manage monitoring tools and solutions (e.g., Azure Monitor, Nagios, Zabbix, or similar).\nExtensive knowledge and experience with Windows SCCM for systems deployment, patching, and configuration management.\nExcellent analytical, troubleshooting, and problem-solving skills.\nEffective communication skills and ability to work collaboratively within cross-functional teams.\nPreferred Qualifications:\nRelevant industry certifications (e.g., Microsoft Azure certifications, MCSE, Linux certifications).\nExperience with hybrid cloud environments and migrations.\nKnowledge of container technologies (Docker, Kubernetes) and DevOps practices.\nAbout INSPYR Solutions\nTechnology is our focus and quality is our commitment. As a national expert in delivering flexible technology and talent solutions, we strategically align industry and technical expertise with our clients' business objectives and cultural needs. Our solutions are tailored to each client and include a wide variety of professional services, project, and talent solutions. By always striving for excellence and focusing on the human aspect of our business, we work seamlessly with our talent and clients to match the right solutions to the right opportunities. Learn more about us at inspyrsolutions.com.\nINSPYR Solutions provides Equal Employment Opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, genetics, or any other protected status. INSPYR Solutions complies with all applicable laws governing nondiscrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities. Applicants requiring reasonable accommodation during the application or interview process should contact  for assistance.\nInformation collected and processed through your application with INSPYR Solutions (including any job applications you choose to submit) is subject to INSPYR Solutions' Privacy Policy and INSPYR Solutions' AI and Automated Employment Decision Tool Policy: https://www.inspyrsolutions.com/policies/. 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