Systems Administrator - Network Engineer

Overview

On the heels of achieving 3X growth
, Virginia Transformer is hiring to do it again!

We’re strategically building our team for the next 3X growth cycle — a phase that is both intense and incredibly rewarding
. We’re highly selective about who joins us, because this journey isn’t for everyone.

If you have the drive, grit, and expertise to perform at a high level — and you want to grow your career 3X alongside the Company’s growth — we’d love to talk.

Apply below and let’s start the conversation.

Virginia Transformer is the largest

U.S.

-owned producer of power transformers in North America
, and we’ve been able to grow the past 50-plus years through an unwavering focus on delivering for our customers. We’re more than 5,400 people strong and are known throughout the industry for being an engineering company that makes premium quality transformers in the shortest lead times.

As a privately held, organically growing company
, we thrive on nimbleness, innovation, and tenacity.

If you love the thrill of securing the U.S. electric grid, enabling all manufacturing in the country, and the energy of a fast-moving train — this is the place for you. We train hard, grow together, and lead with purpose. Every transformer we build is custom, every challenge unique, and every team member essential.

We’re looking for those ready to lead, fueled by commitment, and driven by impact. We are growing so fast that all our available roles are not yet posted, so let us know if you are interested and we will follow-up.

Location: United States

Reports To: IT Leadership / IT Manager

Employment Type: Full-Time

Position Summary

Virginia Transformer is seeking a System Administrator – Network Engineer to support and maintain our growing IT infrastructure across multiple manufacturing and office locations in the U.S. This role will be responsible for managing server environments, network systems, and core IT services to ensure high availability, security, and performance in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.

The ideal candidate is hands-on, technically strong, and comfortable supporting both operational technology and corporate IT systems in a multi-site organization.

Systems Administration

• Administer and maintain Windows and/or Linux server environments.
• Manage Active Directory, Group Policy, DNS, DHCP, and core identity services.
• Perform system patching, updates, backups, and disaster recovery procedures.
• Monitor system performance, capacity, and availability.
• Manage virtualization environments (VMware, Hyper-V, or similar).
• Support Microsoft 365 / Exchange Online and related cloud services.
• Design, implement, and maintain LAN/WAN/Wi-Fi network infrastructure.
• Configure and support network equipment (firewalls, switches, routers, VPNs).
• Monitor and troubleshoot network performance and connectivity issues.
• Support secure remote access for users and remote facilities.
• Maintain network documentation, diagrams, and configurations.
• Implement network security best practices and segmentation.

Security & Compliance

• Support endpoint security, patch compliance, and vulnerability remediation.
• Assist with firewall rules, VPNs, and access controls.
• Support IT security initiatives and audits.
• Follow best practices for system hardening and data protection.

End-User & Site Support

• Provide Tier 2/3 support for escalated IT issues.
• Support manufacturing floor systems and operational environments.
• Partner with local site leadership and corporate IT on projects and upgrades.
• Support new site deployments, expansions, and infrastructure projects.

Projects & Continuous Improvement

• Participate in IT infrastructure upgrades and modernization initiatives.
• Support cloud and hybrid IT initiatives.
• Identify opportunities to improve system reliability, performance, and security.
• Create and maintain technical documentation and procedures.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Information Technology, Computer Science, or related field (or equivalent experience).
• 3+ years of experience in systems administration and/or network engineering.
• Experience with Windows Server, Active Directory, DNS, DHCP.
• Experience supporting network…