Note: The job is a remote job and is open to candidates in USA. Hood Container Corporation is a family-owned company specializing in containerboard and kraft paper products. They are seeking a Database Administrator (DBA) responsible for ensuring the performance, integrity, security, and availability of the company’s enterprise databases while supporting mission-critical systems and optimizing database performance.
Responsibilities
- Support Windows and/or Linux server environments
- Assist with virtualization platforms (VMware, Hyper-V, or equivalent)
- Perform routine system checks, maintenance, and health monitoring
- Support Active Directory / Azure AD user, group, and access management
- Support Microsoft 365 services including Exchange Online, Teams, SharePoint, and OneDrive
- Assist with core services such as DNS, DHCP, authentication, and file services
- Support Remote Desktop Services (RDS) environments, including session hosts and user access
- Support day-to-day operations of hybrid on-prem and cloud systems
- Assist with Microsoft 365 tenant administration and licensing
- Support cloud resource management under senior engineer direction
- Monitor system performance and escalating issues as appropriate
- Participate in infrastructure upgrades and modernization projects
- Perform patching and routine vulnerability remediation tasks
- Follow security standards, access controls, and change procedures
- Assist with backup verification and disaster recovery testing
- Support secure configuration of Microsoft 365 and RDS environments
- Document incidents and operational procedures
- Run and maintain existing automation scripts and tools
- Develop foundational scripting skills (PowerShell, Bash)
- Assist with documentation, runbooks, and standard operating procedures
- Responding to assigned incidents and service requests
- Escalating complex issues to senior engineers
- Participate in on-call rotation in a limited, supported capacity
- Actively developing technical skills through mentorship and training
Skills
- 3-5 years of experience in IT systems, infrastructure, or related roles
- Exposure to Windows Server and/or Linux environments
- Familiarity with Microsoft 365 administration concepts
- Basic understanding of Remote Desktop Services (RDS)
- Basic understanding of virtualization concepts
- Familiarity with networking fundamentals (TCP/IP, DNS, DHCP)
- Willingness to learn scripting and automation tools
- Strong documentation and communication skills
- Experience in enterprise IT environments (internship or entry-level role)
- Hands-on exposure to Microsoft 365 (Exchange Online, Teams, SharePoint)
- Exposure to Azure and/or AWS
- Basic scripting experience (PowerShell, Bash, or similar)
- IT certifications or relevant coursework
- Provide support during Eastern Time Zone
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