Sr. Sys Admin/ DevOps Engineer Contractor

NAVA Software Solutions is seeking a Senior Systems Administration and DevOps Engineer Contractor to support infrastructure, automation, and cloud initiatives. The role will manage Windows Server environments, migrations, CI/CD pipelines, PowerShell automation, Azure DevOps implementations, application integrations, and production deployments while working independently and coordinating with vendors.

Responsibilities:

• Support Windows Server environments across Development, UAT, and Production
• Execute server migrations, upgrades, and modernization efforts
• Assist with Linux-to-Windows migration projects
• Coordinate production deployments with software vendors
• Perform application installation, configuration, validation, and troubleshooting
• Support SQL Server-based applications and vendor-led upgrade activities
• Maintain documentation and implementation runbooks
• Design, maintain, and enhance PowerShell automation solutions
• Build and support CI/CD pipelines
• Assist with Azure DevOps implementations and migration activities
• Support Azure Functions and cloud-based automation initiatives
• Modernize legacy operational processes and scripts
• Implement secure credential management practices using modern secrets-management solutions (e.g., Azure Key Vault)
• Support SaaS integrations and API-driven workflows
• Assist with Zendesk workflow automation and operational testing
• Develop test automation frameworks for validating business processes
• Coordinate implementation efforts with third-party vendors and solution providers
• Support email workflow automation and operational integrations
• Work directly with infrastructure leadership and technical SMEs
• Lead technical tasks with minimal supervision
• Participate in production cutovers and deployment activities
• Troubleshoot complex infrastructure and integration issues
• Document findings, procedures, and configuration changes

Requirements:

• 7+ years of Systems Administration or Infrastructure Engineering experience
• Strong PowerShell scripting and automation expertise
• Experience implementing and maintaining CI/CD pipelines
• Experience with Azure DevOps or comparable DevOps platforms
• Advanced Windows Server administration skills
• Experience supporting SQL Server environments
• Experience working with APIs, integrations, and automation workflows
• Strong troubleshooting and problem-solving skills
• Experience coordinating directly with software vendors and technical partners
• Ability to independently drive projects to completion with minimal guidance
• Azure Functions
• SQL Server
• Application integrations/APIs
• SaaS administration
• Automation and modernization projects