Windows Server Administrator

Overview

We\u2019re looking for a Windows Server Administrator to join our team in Little Rock, Arkansas, to help plan, design, build, and support solutions for one of the nation\u2019s largest retail companies. Our ideal candidate enjoys working in a fast-paced, hands-on environment supporting critical infrastructure. In this role, you\u2019ll manage, secure, and optimize Windows-based systems across physical and virtual environments.

You\u2019ll have the opportunity to work with various technologies, contribute to modernization efforts, and help strengthen our disaster recovery and automation processes. The ideal candidate is proactive, dependable, and ready to take ownership of their work while collaborating with others. This role offers room to grow, whether through learning new tools, streamlining daily operations, or leading technical initiatives that make a real impact.

The Team

The Windows Server Team is a close-knit, collaborative group responsible for managing and administering all company servers and domains. We work across multiple IT areas to ensure stability, security, and efficiency. You\u2019ll touch everything from Active Directory and DNS to file permissions, backups, and Group Policy 0 the whole stack that keeps Dillard\u2019s running smoothly.

What You Will Do

Configure, deploy, manage, and secure complex Windows Server environments.

Collaborate across teams to plan and maintain enterprise-level server architectures.

Automate routine tasks to improve reliability and reduce manual work.

Participate in disaster recovery planning and testing.

Support physical and virtual infrastructure, including patching, upgrades, and migrations.

Stay current with Microsoft technologies and industry trends.

Document procedures and share knowledge within the team.

Participate in a 6-week on-call rotation once fully trained.

The Must-Haves

5+ years of Windows Server Administration experience

Active Directory, DNS, and Group Policy administration

Understanding of backup and recovery management and testing solutions

Must be able to lift up to 50 lbs to rack and stack hardware for installation

Ability and desire to learn emerging technologies

Ability to diagnose, troubleshoot, and resolve system issue(s)

Windows Server (all operating systems)

Familiarity with Privileged Access Management (PAM)

Change management experience using ServiceNow or similar tools

Understanding of network fundamentals (DNS, firewalls, etc.)

General knowledge of hardware OEMs and virtualization technologies

Excellent communication, accountability, and teamwork skills

Desire to learn and stay current with new technologies

The Nice-To-Haves

• NTFS / Share Access Control / Permissions

PowerShell scripting and automation, or other command-line interfaces

Understanding of concepts and practices with password & secrets vault solutions.

Within 1 Month, You\u2019ll

Have security and domain access set up

Develop a general understanding of the systems & application layers supported by the Windows Server Administration team

Learn our monthly patching cycle and environment layout.

Become proficient in Privileged Access Management (PAM)

Become proficient in ServiceNow processes

Within 2 Months, You\u2019ll

Take ownership of core daily tasks, including patching and system monitoring

Understand and execute change controls independently

Commission and decommission servers as needed

Restore files and folders confidently

Shadow a mentor during on-call rotations and actively contribute during the day

Monitor backup jobs and validate successful recoveries

Within 3 Months, You\u2019ll

Fully participate in the on-call rotation.

Lead small projects and collaborate on larger team initiatives.

Update and create documentation within the shared team drive.

Contribute to automation and process improvement ideas.

Demonstrate confidence in troubleshooting and maintaining enterprise server environments.

No immigration sponsorship (ex. H-1B, TN, STEM OPT) is available for this position

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What is your salary expectation and is it negotiable?

We\u2019re located in Little Rock, AR. Are you local? If not, are you willing to relocate?

We do not currently have any remote positions. Are you okay with working onsite?

Are you legally eligible to work in the United States?

Do you currently have an employer-sponsored visa that will need to be transferred to Dillard\u2019s?

Are you legally authorized to work for Dillard\u2019s on an ongoing indefinite basis?

Will you now or in the future require employment-based immigration sponsorship (ex. H-1B, TN, STEM OPT, etc.)

Have you ever worked at Dillard\u2019s or another retailer?

If you have worked at Dillard\u2019s, please provide the location / store.

Do you have a family member currently employed at Dillard\u2019s and if so, where?

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