Microsoft 365 Systems Administrator
Location: Orlando, Florida
Department: Information Technology
Reports to: Chief Information Officer (CIO)
About Us
At Christie Lites, we are singularly focused on our mission:
To be the highest-value provider of stage lighting services in the global marketplace.
Join a team that thrives on precision, innovation, and delivering world-class solutions to clients around the globe.
Position Overview
We're seeking a highly skilled Microsoft 365 Systems Administrator to lead, manage, and optimize our IT infrastructure with a focus on Microsoft 365, Entra, Intune, Azure, and cloud-based enterprise systems. This role is key to ensuring the performance, security, and availability of our critical business applications and supporting global operations.
Key Responsibilities
1. Systems Environment Support
- Lead installations, upgrades, and customizations of OS and application software.
- Deploy and maintain physical and virtual servers.
- Monitor, diagnose, and resolve system performance and capacity issues.
- Ensure infrastructure is secure, documented, and aligned with company policy.
- Support the ManageEngine ITSM platform and backup strategies.
2. System Stability & Performance
- Proactively identify and resolve system or application stability risks.
- Apply and test OS and hardware patches.
- Conduct postmortem reviews for major outages and implement preventive measures.
- Research and evaluate emerging technologies for continuous improvement.
3. Client & User Support
- Provide critical support for business users and participate in an on-call rotation.
- Manage user accounts in Active Directory, Entra and Nexus.
- Troubleshoot complex software/hardware issues in coordination with Help Desk staff.
4. System Architecture & Strategy
- Design and document scalable IT infrastructure solutions.
- Act as a technical advisor for internal IT staff and stakeholders.
- Mentor junior team members and promote knowledge sharing.
- Assist in vendor/product evaluations and make recommendations.
5. Hardware Configuration
- Configure and deploy physical and virtual infrastructure.
- Perform advanced troubleshooting on network and server hardware.
Essential Qualifications
Education & Experience
- Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, or related field (preferred).
- 3+ years of progressive IT systems administration experience.
Technical Expertise
- Microsoft Intune experience required
- Strong background in Microsoft 365 & Azure, including:
Entra ID (formerly Azure AD)
Conditional Access
Exchange Online
Teams
Cloud workloads, VMs, and networking
- Proficiency in Active Directory, Hyper-V, and enterprise-grade infrastructure
- Up-to-date on emerging technologies in networking and cybersecurity
- Experience with HP/Cisco server hardware (preferred)
Other Requirements
- Ability to travel internationally (passport required)
- Strong operational and production support mindset
- Demonstrated leadership and mentoring abilities
Personal Attributes
- Strong customer service and communication skills
- Analytical, detail-oriented, and highly organized
- Self-motivated and thrives in a team-oriented environment
- Able to translate complex problems into actionable solutions
Why Join Us?
- Be part of a globally recognized leader in the live production industry
- Work with cutting-edge technologies in a high-impact role
- Enjoy a collaborative culture driven by innovation, excellence, and respect
Ready to make an impact? Apply today and help shape the future of global stage lighting services.