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System Administrator

Post Date

Apr 13, 2026

Location

Detroit,
Michigan

ZIP/Postal Code

48202
US
Jun 14, 2026 Insight Global

Job Type

Contract,Perm Possible

Category

System Administrator

Req #

DGO-d3dabe5f-5cd7-4bb4-968e-e34604db4ff5

Pay Rate

$52 - $65 (hourly estimate)

Job Description

We are seeking a System Administrator to own and support our cloud, infrastructure, and network environment. This role will be responsible for administering Microsoft 365 and Azure, maintaining server and network reliability, and ensuring secure, resilient operations across the organization. You’ll partner closely with internal IT teams to reduce single points of failure, improve observability, and support ongoing operational excellence.
Key Responsibilities:
• Administer and support Microsoft 365 (Exchange, Teams, SharePoint, Intune) and Entra ID / Azure AD
• Manage Azure infrastructure, networking, governance, security, and cost controls
• Maintain server environments (on-prem and cloud), including patching and performance monitoring
• Support and troubleshoot network infrastructure (firewalls, switches, wireless, VPNs)
• Own monitoring, backup, and disaster recovery processes
• Support security monitoring and incident response in partnership with leadership
• Create and maintain documentation, runbooks, and operational standards

We are a company committed to creating diverse and inclusive environments where people can bring their full, authentic selves to work every day. We are an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer that believes everyone matters. Qualified candidates will receive consideration for employment regardless of their race, color, ethnicity, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, marital status, national origin, ancestry, genetic factors, age, disability, protected veteran status, military or uniformed service member status, or any other status or characteristic protected by applicable laws, regulations, and ordinances. If you need assistance and/or a reasonable accommodation due to a disability during the application or recruiting process, please send a request to HR@insightglobal.com.To learn more about how we collect, keep, and process your private information, please review Insight Global's Workforce Privacy Policy: https://insightglobal.com/workforce-privacy-policy/.

Required Skills & Experience

• 10+ Experience administering Windows Server and Active Directory / Entra ID
• Hands on experience with Microsoft 365 and Azure
• Strong understanding of networking fundamentals (firewalls, VLANs, VPNs, DNS/DHCP)
• Experience with infrastructure monitoring tools (PRTG or similar)
• Experience with backup, disaster recovery, and system reliability
• Ability to document systems and follow operational best practices

Nice to Have Skills & Experience

• Experience with Microsoft Sentinel (SIEM) and KQL
• Experience with Cisco Meraki environments
• Experience supporting the Microsoft Power Platform
• Familiarity with identity automation tools (ie.Adaxes)
• Security or cloud certifications (Microsoft preferred)

Benefit packages for this role will start on the 1st day of employment and include medical, dental, and vision insurance, as well as HSA, FSA, and DCFSA account options, and 401k retirement account access with employer matching. Employees in this role are also entitled to paid sick leave and/or other paid time off as provided by applicable law.