Jr Systems Administrator

Job Description

We’re looking for a motivated, hands‑on Junior/Mid‑Level System Administrator to support day‑to‑day infrastructure operations across a predominantly Windows‑based environment. This role will work closely with a Senior System Administrator / Team Lead, gaining exposure across servers, virtualization, backups, endpoints, and basic networking.

This is an ideal opportunity for someone coming from a service desk or junior infrastructure background who wants to grow into a broader systems role and take on more responsibility over time.

• Support day-to-day administration of Windows Server environments
• Assist with Active Directory user, group, and GPO management
• Perform routine server tasks including patching, monitoring, and troubleshooting
• Support virtualized environments (Hyper‑V and/or VMware)
• Assist with backup operations using tools such as Veeam, including monitoring job success and assisting with restores
• Help maintain endpoint environments, including Windows 11 desktops and basic macOS administration

Support endpoint and device management activities (imaging, provisioning, troubleshooting)

• Provide basic support for routing and switching, Wi‑Fi connectivity, VPN connectivity issues (with guidance from the senior admin)
• Escalate complex network or firewall issues to the Senior System Administrator while supporting diagnostics and documentation

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• Experience in a Windows-based IT environment
• Hands‑on familiarity with Windows Server administration

Active Directory basics, Virtualization fundamentals (Hyper‑V or VMware), Backup concepts (Veeam exposure strongly preferred)

• Experience supporting desktops/endpoints, ideally Windows 10/11
• Basic understanding of networking concepts (TCP/IP, routing, switching), Wi‑Fi fundamentals
• Exposure to or familiarity with video conferencing systems (e.g., Polycom) is beneficial
• Previous experience in Service Desk, Desktop Support, or Junior Infrastructure roles
• Strong desire to move beyond support into infrastructure and systems administration
• Comfortable learning on the job in a hands‑on environment

• High energy and proactive mindset

• Takes ownership of problems rather than just escalating them
• Positive attitude — trainability and motivation are valued over perfect skill alignment
• Able to work calmly and methodically in production environments
• Comfortable working under the guidance of a senior technical lead