for Systems Administrator
The Oregon Department of Agriculture (ODA) is undertaking two major
technology modernization initiatives: the Data Center Modernization (DCM)
Project and the Mac to Windows Transition Project. These projects establish the
foundation for ODA's enterprise technology strategy by modernizing identity services, infrastructure, server environments, endpoint management, and workstation platforms. ODA
requires an experienced Systems Administrator to augment internal staff and
provide technical expertise throughout these initiatives while also assisting
with operational support as needed.
Provide senior-level systems administration services to support planning, implementation, testing, deployment, documentation, operational
readiness, and ongoing operations for ODA's technology environment during the
engagement.
· Support the Data Center Modernization and Mac to Windows Transition projects.
· Administer Windows Server, Active Directory, Microsoft Entra ID, Microsoft 365, Azure,
DNS, DHCP, and related infrastructure.
· Support Microsoft Intune, Group Policy, endpoint management, Windows imaging,
workstation deployment, and device lifecycle management.
· Assist with server migrations, identity modernization, domain consolidation, and
infrastructure modernization.
· Develop and maintain technical documentation, standard operating procedures, and
knowledge transfer materials.
· Participate in testing, pilot deployments, production implementations, and troubleshooting.
· Provide Tier III technical support and assist with day-to-day operational systems
administration activities as assigned.
· Coordinate with ODA staff, project managers, vendors, and stakeholders.
· Perform other related systems administration duties necessary to support project and operational objectives.
The Contractor shall provide:
· Professional systems administration services in accordance with this Statement of Work.
· A monthly status report summarizing work completed, significant accomplishments, issues or risks, and planned work for the
following month.
· A monthly invoice reflecting approved hours worked during the reporting period.
September 1, 2026 through February 28, 2027. ODA may extend the engagement by amendment if additional services are required.
Hybrid. Remote work is permitted when appropriate; however, the
Contractor must be available to work onsite at ODA facilities in Salem, Wilsonville, or other agency locations as required.
· Windows Server administration
· Active Directory and Microsoft Entra ID
· Microsoft 365 administration
· Microsoft Azure
· Microsoft Intune
· Group Policy
· Enterprise Windows workstation deployment
· PowerShell
· DNS and DHCP
· Technical documentation and troubleshooting
· Workspace ONE
· VMware
· Enterprise infrastructure modernization
· Government or public-sector IT experience
· Relevant Microsoft certifications
· Perform services professionally and in accordance with ODA standards.
· Maintain appropriate documentation.
· Participate in project and operational meetings.
· Communicate risks, issues, and dependencies promptly.
· Follow all applicable security and confidentiality requirements.
Skills Required
- Windows Server administration
- Active Directory and Microsoft Entra ID
- Microsoft 365 administration
- Microsoft Azure
- Microsoft Intune
- Group Policy
- Enterprise Windows workstation deployment
- PowerShell
- DNS and DHCP
- Technical documentation and troubleshooting
- Workspace ONE
- VMware
- Enterprise infrastructure modernization
- Government or public-sector IT experience
- Relevant Microsoft certifications
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