Jr Systems Administrator

We're looking for a motivated, hands-on Junior System Administrator / Infrastructure Support Engineer 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 excellent opportunity for someone with 1-3 years of IT experience or a recent graduate with a degree in Information Technology, Computer Science, Network Administration, or a related field who is looking to build a career in infrastructure and systems administration. We are open to candidates who bring strong technical aptitude, a willingness to learn, and hands-on experience gained through internships, labs, projects, or entry-level IT roles.

Infrastructure & Systems Support
- 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)

Networking & Connectivity (Secondary Support)
- Provide basic support for routing and switching, Wi-Fi connectivity, and VPN issues (with guidance from senior team members)
- Escalate complex network or firewall issues while supporting diagnostics and documentation

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Required Skills & Experience

REQUIRED SKILLS & EXPERIENCE
- 0-3 years of experience in IT support, infrastructure, system administration, or a related area
- Recent graduates with relevant coursework, internships, home labs, certifications, or technical projects are encouraged to apply
- Basic understanding of Windows Server administration concepts
- Familiarity with Active Directory, virtualization (Hyper-V or VMware), and backup/recovery concepts
- Experience supporting Windows 10/11 endpoints through work, internships, school projects, or personal lab environments
- Foundational understanding of networking concepts including TCP/IP, switching, routing, DNS, DHCP, and Wi-Fi
- Exposure to Microsoft technologies is preferred
- Experience in Service Desk, Desktop Support, IT Intern, or Junior Infrastructure roles is beneficial
- Strong desire to grow into infrastructure and systems administration
- Comfortable learning in a hands-on, fast-paced environment

Personal Attributes
- High energy and proactive mindset
- Strong work ethic and willingness to learn
- Takes ownership of problems rather than simply escalating them
- Positive attitude-trainability and motivation are valued as highly as experience
- Able to work calmly and methodically in production environments
- Comfortable working under the guidance of a senior technical lead
- Curious, eager to learn new technologies, and interested in building a long-term career in IT infrastructure


Benefit packages for this role will start on the 1st day of employment and include medical, dental, and vision insurance, as well as HSA, FSA, and DCFSA account options, and 401k retirement account access with employer matching. Employees in this role are also entitled to paid sick leave and/or other paid time off as provided by applicable law.