Principal Server Administrator

Salary:

110 - 115

/ Hour

Contract Type:

Contract

Location:

Brisbane - QLD

Industry:

IT & Communication

Reference:

4013303

Contact Name:

Luke Chamney

Contact Email:

lchamney@publicsectorpeople.com.au

Date Published:

26-Feb-2026

Principal Server Administrator
Brisbane | Hybrid Work Options |

Are you a senior infrastructure specialist with deep Azure expertise and a passion for automation? We’re seeking an experienced Principal Server Administrator to join a high-performing server team supporting a large and complex enterprise ICT environment.

This is a Brisbane-based role with flexible work-from-home options.
The Role Reporting to the Team Leader – Servers, you’ll play a key role in designing, implementing, maintaining and supporting enterprise server and cloud infrastructure across predominantly Microsoft environments, with some Linux systems.

You’ll work within a teamof technical specialists to deliver secure, reliable and automated infrastructure services across Azure and hybrid platforms.
Key Responsibilities

Design, build and support Azure-based and hybrid infrastructure
Develop Infrastructure as Code using Bicep and JSON
Automate operational tasks using PowerShell
Build and maintain Azure DevOps CI/CD pipelines
Manage virtual environments across Azure and VMware
Oversee automated patching (WSUS / Azure Update Manager)
Administer Windows Server environments end-to-end (build, patch, upgrade, lifecycle)
Manage backup and recovery solutions (Azure Recovery Services Vaults, Veeam)
Monitor systems using Azure Monitor and respond to incidents
Administer Active Directory and identity-integrated services
Lead complex troubleshooting and drive automation-focused improvements
Contribute to minor infrastructure upgrade and improvement projects

Mandatory Experience To be considered, you must demonstrate hands-on experience in all of the following:

Azure Cloud Platforms – Design, deployment and support of Azure and hybrid infrastructure
DevOps & Automation – CI/CD pipelines (e.g. Azure DevOps) and automation of infrastructure and operations
Scripting & IaC – Strong PowerShell skills and practical use of Bicep and/or JSON
Windows Server Administration – Extensive enterprise-level experience across full server lifecycle

If you’re a senior infrastructure professional ready to step into a high-impact role, apply now.

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