Sr. IT Systems Administrator

Evergreen Residential is a high growth Real Estate Company and  institutional investment platform in the single-family residential ('SFR') and build-to-rent (“BTR”) sectors. We are committed to changing the way investors own and manage SFR homes, and to building a modern way to deliver the data, tools and services that enable our clients to invest in the world’s largest asset class at scale. Our team is collaborative, open-minded and curious. Transparency is a core value, we speak our minds, are responsible for our actions and celebrate our wins. We are serious about our business, but we don't take ourselves too seriously.

We offer a flexible, empowering culture, competitive compensation and benefits, and the opportunity to work with and learn from industry pioneers and experts.

If you are self-motivated and mission driven with a ‘can do’ mindset and see solutions where others may see problems, come and grow with us!

In response to significant Company growth we are excited to expand our Technology team.  We seek an experienced IT Engineer/Systems Administrator who will partner with the Function head on Azure cloud infrastructure and advanced systems administration. This role will complement our existing IT support staff and focus on strategic, high-impact initiatives that drive resilience, scalability, and security across the organization.
This position is based in our office, downtown Dallas, TX.  Note: we are unable to provide visa sponsorship.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage and maintain Windows and Linux servers, Active Directory, DNS, DHCP, and Group Policy.
• Lead infrastructure projects including upgrades, migrations, and deployments.
• Monitor system performance and troubleshoot hardware/software issues.
• Implement and maintain backup and disaster recovery solutions.
• Assist in onboarding and mentoring junior IT staff.
• Collaborate on cloud initiatives and support hybrid infrastructure (Azure preferred).
• Maintain documentation for systems, configurations, and procedures.
• Ensure systems are compliant with internal security policies and external standards (e.g., NIST, Soc2, Sox).

Required Skills & Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field.
• 5+ years experience in systems administration &/or IT infrastructure roles.
• Strong knowledge of Windows Server, Active Directory, virtualization, and networking fundamentals.
• Microsoft Certified: Windows Server Hybrid Administrator Associate or Azure Administrator Associate.
• Experience with PowerShell or other scripting languages.
• Good Knowledge of cloud platforms (particularly Microsoft Azure) and experience with cloud migration or hybrid cloud environments
• Understanding of security best practices and compliance frameworks (e.g., NIST, CIS, Sox).
• Excellent problem-solving and communication skills.
• Exposure to SIEM tools and basic incident response.
• Familiarity with automation tools (e.g., Ansible, Terraform).

 

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About Evergreen Residential

Founded in 2021, Evergreen Residential is a full-service SFR platform leveraging proven operational practices and the latest technological advances to optimize investor returns and achieve positive outcomes for our residents and the communities in which we operate. We offer a full suite of services, including Investment Management, Asset Origination, and Advisory Services. The firm is headquartered in Dallas with offices in New York City.

The leadership team has extensive experience dating back to the early institutionalization of SFR and unrivaled depth of experience in the complete asset life cycle. We are built to withstand changing market conditions, and our business produces resilient, predictable cash flows and margins. We are committed to charting new paths and using data to achieve best-in-class results. Our business is evergreen.

Beyond financial returns, the Company is committed to measurable impact objectives. We believe that inclusive and equitable management, environmentally sustainable long-term strategies, and resident-focused policies are good business - for our residents, our investors, and our team. We are committed to using environmentally sustainable practices and empowering our residents to improve their financial health.

Our cornerstone values - Accountability, Transparency and