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See WOC 603-4739-26 Statement of Work (SOW) Attachment 1 SERVICES REQUESTED: The Oregon Department of Agriculture (ODA )is seeking a contractor to provide senior-level systems administration services to support planning, implementation, testing, deployment, documentation, operational readiness, and ongoing operations for ODA's technology environment. Statement of Work for Systems Administrator I. Background The Oregon Department of Agriculture (ODA) is undertaking two major technology modernization initiatives: the Data Center Modernization (DCM) Project and the Mac to Windows Transition Project. These projects establish the foundation for ODA's enterprise technology strategy by modernizing identity services, infrastructure, server environments, endpoint management, and workstation platforms. ODA requires an experienced Systems Administrator to augment internal staff and provide technical expertise throughout these initiatives while also assisting with operational support as needed. II. Objective Provide senior-level systems administration services to support planning, implementation, testing, deployment, documentation, operational readiness, and ongoing operations for ODA's technology environment during the engagement. III. Scope of Services • Support the Data Center Modernization and Mac to Windows Transition projects. • Administer Windows Server, Active Directory, Microsoft Entra ID, Microsoft 365, Azure, DNS, DHCP, and related infrastructure. • Support Microsoft Intune, Group Policy, endpoint management, Windows imaging, workstation deployment, and device lifecycle management. • Assist with server migrations, identity modernization, domain consolidation, and infrastructure modernization. • Develop and maintain technical documentation, standard operating procedures, and knowledge transfer materials. • Participate in testing, pilot deployments, production implementations, and troubleshooting. • Provide Tier III technical support and assist with day-to-day operational systems administration activities as assigned. • Coordinate with ODA staff, project managers, vendors, and stakeholders. • Perform other related systems administration duties necessary to support project and operational objectives. IV. Deliverables The Contractor shall provide: • Professional systems administration services in accordance with this Statement of Work. • A monthly status report summarizing work completed, significant accomplishments, issues or risks, and planned work for the following month. • A monthly invoice reflecting approved hours worked during the reporting period. V. Period of Performance September 1, 2026 through February 28, 2027. ODA may extend the engagement by amendment if additional services are required. VI. Work Location Hybrid. Remote work is permitted when appropriate; however, the Contractor must be available to work onsite at ODA facilities in Salem, Wilsonville, or other agency locations as required. VII. Desired Qualifications • Windows Server administration • Active Directory and Microsoft Entra ID • Microsoft 365 administration • Microsoft Azure • Microsoft Intune • Group Policy • Enterprise Windows workstation deployment • PowerShell • DNS and DHCP • Technical documentation and troubleshooting VIII. Preferred Qualifications • Workspace ONE • VMware • Enterprise infrastructure modernization • Government or public-sector IT experience • Relevant Microsoft certifications IX. Contractor Responsibilities • Perform services professionally and in accordance with ODA standards. • Maintain appropriate documentation. • Participate in project and operational meetings. • Communicate risks, issues, and dependencies promptly. • Follow all applicable security and confidentiality requirements. Schedule Days Monday Yes Tuesday Yes Wednesday Yes Thursday Yes Friday Yes Saturday No Sunday No Hours/Day 8 Time Zone PST Shifts Start Time End Time Description Active Shift 1 8:00 AM 5:00 PM Regular Day Yes Location : Position Location - Hybrid Region Salem Address 635 Capitol St NE Salem, Oregon 97301-2532 Candidate must be local or willing to commute or relocate. Candidate must be within 50 miles Additional Location Details (City, State) : Portland, Eugene, Bend, etc. Close to Salem with no overnight travel when in the Salem office. Qualifications Type Category Qualification Description Competency Required Skills Others Active Directory and Microsoft Entra ID Proficient (4-6 Years) No Skills Others DNS and DHCP Proficient (4-6 Years) No Skills Others Enterprise Windows Workstation Deployment Proficient (4-6 Years) No Skills Others Group Policy Proficient (4-6 Years) No Skills Others Microsoft 365 Administration Proficient (4-6 Years) No Skills Others Microsoft Azure Proficient (4-6 Years) No Skills Others Microsoft Intune Proficient (4-6 Years) No Skills Others PowerShell Proficient (4-6 Years) No Skills Others Technical documentation and troubleshooting Proficient (4-6 Years) No Skills Others Windows Server Administration Proficient (4-6 Years) No By applying for this job, you agree to receive calls, AI-generated calls, text messages, or emails from and its affiliates, and contracted partners. Frequency varies for text messages. Message and data rates may apply. 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See WOC 603-4739-26 Statement of Work (SOW) Attachment 1
Statement of Work
for Systems Administrator
I. Background
II. Objective
III. Scope of Services
Support the Data Center Modernization and Mac to Windows Transition projects.
Administer Windows Server, Active Directory, Microsoft Entra ID, Microsoft 365, Azure, DNS, DHCP, and related infrastructure.
Support Microsoft Intune, Group Policy, endpoint management, Windows imaging, workstation deployment, and device lifecycle management.
Assist with server migrations, identity modernization, domain consolidation, and infrastructure modernization.
Develop and maintain technical documentation, standard operating procedures, and knowledge transfer materials.
Participate in testing, pilot deployments, production implementations, and troubleshooting.
Provide Tier III technical support and assist with day-to-day operational systems administration activities as assigned.
Coordinate with ODA staff, project managers, vendors, and stakeholders.
Perform other related systems administration duties necessary to support project and operational objectives.
IV. Deliverables
Professional systems administration services in accordance with this Statement of Work.
A monthly status report summarizing work completed, significant accomplishments, issues or risks, and planned work for the following month.
A monthly invoice reflecting approved hours worked during the reporting period.
V. Period of Performance
September 1, 2026 through February 28, 2027. ODA may extend the engagement by amendment if additional services are required.
VI. Work Location
Hybrid. Remote work is permitted when appropriate; however, the Contractor must be available to work onsite at ODA facilities in Salem, Wilsonville, or other agency locations as required.

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